Charles Franklin Simpkins, 67 of Alpharetta GA,departed this life on May 11, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. Charles was born on April 5, 1945 in Philadelphia PA, a son of the late Edwin T. and Emma Seal Simpkins. Charles was a graduate of Rutgers University and Retired from R.L.I. Insurance company, he was an avid fisherman and enjoyed time at his cabin in the North Georgia Mountains. Charles is survived by his wife, Julie Simpkins; a son and daughter in law, David Charles and Sheila Simpkins, Alpharetta GA, step sons and daughter in law, Jeffery Darragh, Sandy Springs GA, William and Valerie Darragh, Atlanta, GA; brother and sister in law Edwin T. and Priscilla Simpkins, Greeneville TN; 4 grandchildren. Services to celebrate the life of Charles Franklin Simpkins will be held on Friday, May 18th at 11:00 AM at Roswell Funeral Home Chapel with a reception to follow the service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the famiy suggest contributions be made to a Local Humane Society or a Food Bank.Roswell Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.