Sir Frank Robert Simpson, 1st Bt.
1864–1949 (age 85)
Biography
Sir Frank Robert Simpson, 1st Bt., whose life spanned 1864 to 1949, is fondly remembered by the congregation of the Church of Holy Cross, Ryton; he carried the responsibilities of his title with dignity and was a steadfast presence in local affairs.
Those who knew him recall his calm counsel and hospitality, and his memorial within the church stands as a quiet tribute to a gentle public spirit.