Mattie Duffell Simpson, 93, of Iva, SC, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at AnMed Health Women's and Children's Hospital.

Mrs. Mattie was born March 14, 1932, in Madison County, GA. She was the daughter of the late Claude Walker Duffell and the late Willie Mae Graham Duffell. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Seigler Simpson, son, Dwain Crayton Simpson, daughter, Janie Henderson, infant daughter, Betsy Marie Simpson, granddaughter, Karson Simpson, son-in-law, Dennis Littlejohn, one brother and two sisters. Mattie was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

She retired from Jackson Mill in Iva, SC with over 20 years of service. Mrs. Mattie was known for her southern cooking and especially her biscuits served at Crescent Grocery and Starr Mart Café. Coconut cakes and green beans were always a staple at family dinners.

Mrs. Mattie also enjoyed fishing, gardening, canning and of course fashion. Her favorite things were beautiful dresses, pink lipstick, a matching purse, and most definitely a classy pair of high heels.

Mrs. Mattie loved her community, family, and her church. She made sure that she lived a Christ centered life. She served as a member at Fellowship Wesleyan Church, teaching the nursery and serving on the church board.

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Littlejohn, son, Jerry Simpson (Lynne), and daughter, Carol Arnold (David); ten grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 6 - 8 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held Monday, July 28, 2025, at Poplar Spring Baptist Church at 11am with Rev. Jerry Gray and Rev. Tony Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Poplar Spring Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Poplar Spring Baptist Church, Iva, SC.