Becky Lynn Pyne, a 22-year-old woman from Warren, Ohio, tragically passed away on November 12, 2016, in the emergency room at Trumbull Memorial Hospital. Born on June 25, 1994, Becky was the daughter of Richard N. and Sheila Ann Bevins Pyne. She was a 2012 graduate of Life Skills Learning Center and was pursuing a degree in business management at Ashford College online. Becky was employed as a floater at KraftMaid in Middlefield and was known for her love of family and friends.
Her greatest joy was her daughter, Carmen Elizabeth Simpson, who was born on August 24.
The investigation into Becky's death revealed that her boyfriend, Shaun Simpson, was the prime suspect. Simpson, who was 24 years old at the time, was found guilty of murdering Becky. According to police reports, Simpson shot Becky at their shared home on South Leavitt Road and then dropped her off at Trumbull Memorial Hospital, where she later died. Simpson was also found guilty of felonious assault and was sentenced to 18 years to life in prison. The couple's daughter, Carmen, was placed in the care of a relative and is reportedly doing well.
The case against Simpson was built on evidence that included changes in his story about the incident and his deceptive behavior during police interviews. Simpson initially claimed that the shooting took place outside the home, but police found the crime scene inside the house. He also missed several scheduled interviews with the police. The trial concluded with Simpson being found guilty of murder and felonious assault, and he was sentenced accordingly.
The tragic death of Becky Pyne has had a profound impact on her family, who now face the challenge of explaining the circumstances to her young daughter. The community continues to remember Becky for her vibrant spirit and the joy she brought to those around her.
