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Jimmy Lee Sims Sr.

Jun 5, 1953 – Feb 19, 2020

Service Details

Funeral: Monday, March 2, 2020 12:00pm

Visitation: Monday, March 2, 2020 11:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home Chapel, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI

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Racine – Jimmy Lee Sims, Sr., age 66, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 in Racine, Wisconsin.  Jimmy was born to William and Wilma (nee: Laws) Sims, Jr., on June 5, 1953 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Jimmy graduated from Washington Park High School in Racine, Wisconsin. He enjoyed cooking, skating, music, shooting pool, working, and he liked fixing things around the house.

Jimmy leaves to cherish his memory, the love of his life Maria Sims; sons Keyontray Berryman, Ryan Berryman and Jimmy Sims, Jr.; daughter Whitney Sims; eight grandchildren Jada, Camia, Camryn, Mia, Mya, Jimmy III, Naz and Rayan; one step-son Brian Collier; two step-daughters NaKriesha McFarland and Tanisha McFarland; two nephews; two uncles Morris (Delores) Sims and Dr. Eugene (Yvonne) Sims; special cousin Deborah Sims-McClain; he’s also survived by numerous cousins, other relatives and friends.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents William and Wilma Sims, Jr.; two brothers William Sims III and Carnell Sims; grandmother Mary Ann (nee: Hadley) Sims Blythe and other family members.

A Celebration of His Life will be held on Monday, March 2, 2020 12:00pm in the Chapel of Drager-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI.  Visitation will be in the Chapel from 11:00am until the time of service. Pastor Keith T. Evans will be officiating.

Guestbook Entries

  2. Daris J Hodges says

    My deepest condolences and sincerest sympathy go out to the family and friends of Jimmy. He will be missed and remembered by everyone that knew him.

  3. Deborah Sims McClain says

    Dear Jimmy. You finally made it home to be with The Lord and your family. It gives me comfort that I was with you on that final day along with your wife Maria. You looked at us as we spoke to you, with love and tears in your eyes. We knew then you were tired and ready to make your transition. Tell the family I send my love. You are and always be missed by your entire Sims Family. R.I.H.P CUZ ❣️❣️❣️WE LOVE YOU 😘😘😘😘😘😘

  4. Deborah Sims McClain says

    I would like to extend my heart felt condolences to my cousin’s with the loss of your Dad Jimmy Sims and to The Love Of His Life, his wife Maria Sims. My the Lord give you strength and peace during your time of grieving. I Love You All and I’m ALWAYS here for you. ❣️❣️❣️😘😘😘

  5. Valencia Tucker says

    To the family of jimmy Sims you have my Condolences I’m the lost of a great friend jimmy will be missed Randolph Street Forever Rest In Peace . In Heaven Valencia Davidson Tucker (Val)

  7. Steven Hadley says

    Always had a big smile and hug for me. One of my favorite cousin. Your body is out of pain and your spirit is at rest.

  9. Gary, Kendall and Marcus Martin says

    The Martin Family would like to say are condolences go out to the Sims Family.

  10. Ann Kirkwood says

    To the family of Jimmie Sims:
    May God’s love and mercy guide and strenghten you during the loss of your love one. Jimmie will always be remembered for his kind and gentle spirit. We all had fun growing up on Randolph. Rest in peace Jimmie.

  11. Barbara Davis says

    So sadden to hear about Jimmy… Maria continue to trust in The Lord. Know He said that he would never leave nor forsake you… Sending Love, Peace, and Blessings.

  12. Charles and Glorious Goldsmith Hicks Family says

    Dear Maria and Family:
    Our Family sends love and comfort to you.
    God bless.

    The Hicks Goldsmith Family

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