WILMINGTON — James “Freddy” Fredrick Simpson V, 49, of Wilmington, NC, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.
James Fredrick Simpson V, affectionately known as “Freddy,” was born to Emily C. Simpson and James Fredrick Simpson IV in Wilmington, North Carolina on January 1st, 1976. Raised in Pender County, he spent his early years along the banks of the Black River with his younger, beloved brother, Jeremy, where his love for the outdoors began to take root.
A proud graduate of Pender High School, Freddy went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, later completing his master’s in nursing from Liberty University. He then went on to be a CRRN, Manager of Rehabilitation Nursing and worked at the New Hanover Hospital for over 20 years!
Freddy’s passion for the water never waned. He ran a fishing charter out of Wrightsville Beach, sharing his expertise and love for the ocean with others, and he was an avid fisherman and surfer throughout his life.
In time, Freddy met and married the love of his life, Jennifer Anne Krieger. Together they built a family and a life filled with adventure, raising their two children, Emma and Davis. Whether at home or on the road, Freddy’s greatest joy was being with them, especially as they traveled the country competing on national dirt bike racing circuits.
Freddy will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his deep love for family, and his ability to inspire those around him to embrace life with passion and courage. His contagious smile would literally light up a room.
A private family ceremony will be held at Simpson Family Cemetery.
Freddy would like to leave one last parting thought to please go to surfchex.com.
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