Alan Simpson, the towering second son of one of Wyoming’s most prominent political families known for his across-the-aisle work as a Republican U.S. Senator, spunky humor and larger-than-life personality, died March 14 at his home in Cody. Simpson was 93.
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Towering Wyoming statesman Alan Simpson dies at 93
Former U.S. Senator and storied politician was known for folksy bon mots, hard-nosed politics and a signature straight-shooting style.
For Al and Ann Simpson, biggest award was 70-year marriage
National and prestigious prizes played second fiddle to the achievement of a seven-decade union for the couple.
With Al Simpson’s passing, another tall tree gone
The death of Sen. Al Simpson leaves a huge gap in Wyoming’s skyline. He demonstrated that politicians can work across party lines to solve real problems.
Alan K. Simpson: A life in photos
Archival images offer glimpses of former Wyoming senator’s mischief and prominence.
My complicated friend Al Simpson
When Geoff O’Gara first began covering Simpson, he didn’t want a politician for a friend. But Simpson was, as many will attest, insistent about friendship.
In Sen. Al Simpson’s final visit to the Wyoming Capitol, mourners find their own ways to say goodbye
Simpson walked into the statehouse in 1965 and started a historic career. On March 27, he entered the building for the last time, in a flag-draped casket.
Simpson’s soaring sendoff: ‘God bless you, lovable, curious, hilarious Al’
Towering Wyoming politician’s life is celebrated in pure Simpson fashion: with a whirlwind tour of his home state.