Linda Lou Simpkins, 78, of Bidwell, passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.  She was a cook at the Tu-endie-wei Restaurant, in Point Pleasant, Duff's Smorgasbord in Gallipolis, and retired from Lakin State Hospital as head dietary cook. She was born January 15, 1943, in Point Pleasant, a daughter of the late Raymond and Grace (Hayes) Simpkins.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Edward Simpkins and sister, Anna Louise King.

She is survived by nieces, nephews and extended family.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced when they are finalized.  Crow-Hussell Funeral Home is handling arrangements.