CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Governor Gordon recently announced that he is ordering both the U.S. and the Wyoming state flags to be flown at half-staff across the state on Friday, Aug. 14 in honor and memory of Ann Simpson, wife of the late former U.S. Senator, Alan Simpson.
Ann Simpson’s Legacy
Simpson’s funeral is being held on Friday in Cody, Wyoming. A release from the governor’s office says that Simpson was “a tireless champion of the arts and a cherished figure in Wyoming life.” She had numerous roles throughout her life that helped build Wyoming’s communities, and strengthened art in education. Simpson was also a supporter of mental health awareness. While Al served in congress, Ann worked with other Congressional wives on mental health initiatives.
The release states that her passing leaves behind a legacy of dedicated public service alongside her husband. Gordon said that honoring her memory is a way to highlight the impact she had on Wyoming and its residents. “Ann wasn’t just a partner in Senator Simpson’s historic career; she was a force for good entirely in her own right, a woman of remarkable grace, intelligence, and confidence who championed our communities with extraordinary devotion,” Gordon said.
Flags will be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings, facilities, and grounds across Wyoming on Friday from sunrise to sunset.
Original reporting: Oil City News (Casper WY) — read the source article.
