Emily Frances Ziegler passed away on November 27, 2025 at the age of 40. She is survived by her husband,  William "Bill" Ziegler; her parents, Gregory and Karen (Brooks) Simpkins; two sons, Henry Simpkins and Gavin Ziegler; two daughters, Meredith Simpkins and Kaylee Ziegler; her maternal grandmother, Linda Brooks; paternal grandparents, Ronald (Joan) Simpkins; two sisters, Hannah Simpkins and Savannah Roman; two sisters-in-law, Amy (Nathan) Boosinger and Lori (Derek) Hengeveld;  She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Ralph Brooks.