April 28 1917 September 10 2019
SIMS, James Lafayette, age 102, of Preble County, Ohio passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at his residence. He was born April 28, 1917 in Indiana. James was employed as a crane operator for AK Steel for 35 years retiring in 1977. Preceding him in death were his parents, Horace and Grace (Bowman) Sims; and his wife, Elsie Elam Sims in 1992. He is survived by two sons, Jim (Pam) Sims and Gene (Judy) Sims; nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and extended family and friends. There will be a gathering for family and friends on Thursday, September 19, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St., Middletown, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 p.m. with Chaplain Randy Reed officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kindred Hospice, 7887 Washington Village Dr., Dayton, Ohio 45459. Arrangements by Herr-Riggs Funeral Home, 210 S. Main St., Middletown. Condolences may be sent to the family on this website, www.herr-riggs.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of JAMES LAFAYETTE SIMS please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of JAMES LAFAYETTE SIMS April 28 1917 September 10 2019.
Death notice for the town of: Middletown, state: Ohio