She was born in Honolulu on March 1, 1918, and graduated from Sarah Lawrence College in 1940.
Simpich is best known for her sensitive portrait busts.
[1] In addition to being a sculptor, she was an active member and supporter of the Maui Humane Society.
Her carved stone portrait bust Head of a Young Woman, ca.
1953 is installed in the John Dominis and Patches Damon Holt Gallery of the Honolulu Museum of Art.