Russell Carl Sims was born on August 20, 1936 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Chester and Mary Margaret Sims, both parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister Ruth Annetta. Preceding him in death were his siblings Martha Lou, James Wesley, John Allen, Stephen Frederick and Patricia JoAnn.
Russell Carl joined the United States Air Force after completing High School. During this time he had opportunities to travel around the world something he enjoyed and was especially proud of. After being honorable discharged from the Military he met and married the late Doris Brooks and from this union five children were born. Russell Carl Sims Retired from General Motors in 1979. He was an Avid Bowler, a sports enthusiast and a great cook. He enjoyed family, friends and a good card game.
Russell was known as “Cowboy”
He leaves to his memory his children Russell Derrick Sims, Karla White (Anthony) Dianne Southern (Brian), Monica Sims (deceased), Lynette Thompson (Greg), Jeffrey Jones-Sims, Braxton Carl Sims, as well as grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Charles and Jimmie Ferguson says
Dear Family, we are very sorry to learn of your loss of Russell. Jehovah promises to destroy our enemy death, once and for all as 1 Corinthians 15:26 states. That is good news. Isaiah 26:19 tells us something that makes us happy. The dead will be brought back to life. May these scriptural thoughts help comfort you during this time of sadness.