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James Edward Simms
December 16, 1958 ~ February 17, 2017 (age 58) 58 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by ROGENIA BONDS
on February 25, 2017 1:54 PM
A candle was lit by stovenna Milligan
on February 24, 2017 6:29 PM
Message from ARLENE STEWART
February 24, 2017 12:52 PM
My Tribute to Baby Brother
Words cannot express the joy I felt the day my baby brother, James was born. Our mother raised us up to be close and inseparable. We loved our mother Cora Lee Griffin, father Julian Simms, Jr. and grandparents, Julian and Hannah Simms, Viola and Robert Hutchinson; and Seamore McMarion, dearly. In 1973, I moved to Corpus Christi and soon after Baby Brother made the move to Corpus where we attended Foy H. Moody High School. Baby Brother played football, while I played tennis. We made friends quickly and immersed ourselves in the life of a Trojan and church. After graduation from High School, Baby Brother attended, Texas Southern on football scholarship. He was an awesome team player. He returned to Corpus Christi to join our father, Julian Simms, Jr. in our family business, Simms Carpet Service. Baby Brother was remarkable in so many ways. He lived his life to the fullest and touched so many people during his time here with us. Baby Brother loved the Lord and his family profoundly. He was a devoted husband / son / father / uncle / brother and friend. Looking back, he was always a family man. Baby Brother was a great steward of our Simms Family Reunion. He enjoyed planning, coordinating and conducting our Simms Reunions determined to follow our father’s footsteps in leading and keeping our family connected. Baby Brother loved sports, (especially playing with the Qualifiers Softball team and other various teams he also had a great love for good music (especially James Brown). He loved to travel, communicate, bake buttermilk pies, bar-b-que, play softball, fish, hunt and farm. Everyone was always welcome to his home. Growing up we were taught the value of family and the strength derived from keeping these relationships strong and intact. The last few years it seemed as if we could not spend enough time together. We valued and cherished each moment we spent together in our homes, as well as the sleepless nights in and out of the hospital. Baby brother was devoted to his family, he loved his wife, Pam, Justin and Peyton. Baby Brother was an awesome uncle to Leslie whom he referred to as “First Born.” My grandchildren are still asking for their Uncle James. It makes me very happy that my grandchildren knew and loved Uncle James.
Baby Brother was an expert flooring specialist, he had great work ethic, he was a genuine friend to all who knew him. I can see him now, pulling up in his truck…probably listening to James Brown. His smile and laughter could light up any room. I still remember how much fun and determination he had installing the new flooring in Leslie’s home, last May. Each evening we would return to my home and reminisce our family history, childhood and lifelong memories. Baby Brother and I would discuss his dreams and goals for the future. He loved the country, cows and farming. One of his major goals was to relocate and own his own farm. He really loved and cared for Justin and Peyton. Baby Brother really wanted them both to have a relationship with Christ, great values and ethics, be happy, healthy, successful, independent and excellent citizens. Life will never be the same without my brother. He took a piece of me with him when he left to be with the Lord. I know that Baby Brother is in heaven watching over me, dancing with my parents, grandparents as well as other family and friends that went on home before him. I will never ever forget Baby Brother, he was the best brother a sister could have.
In closing, I will miss you, Baby Brother, but will always remember you with respect, admiration and love, always, always! I thank God for allowing Baby Brother to be my Brother. I know my God is in control and my goal forward, is to make it through the middle to come out victorious on the other side. Missing you Baby Brother forever until we meet again on the other side. Your Loving Sister Forever, Arlene
Words cannot express the joy I felt the day my baby brother, James was born. Our mother raised us up to be close and inseparable. We loved our mother Cora Lee Griffin, father Julian Simms, Jr. and grandparents, Julian and Hannah Simms, Viola and Robert Hutchinson; and Seamore McMarion, dearly. In 1973, I moved to Corpus Christi and soon after Baby Brother made the move to Corpus where we attended Foy H. Moody High School. Baby Brother played football, while I played tennis. We made friends quickly and immersed ourselves in the life of a Trojan and church. After graduation from High School, Baby Brother attended, Texas Southern on football scholarship. He was an awesome team player. He returned to Corpus Christi to join our father, Julian Simms, Jr. in our family business, Simms Carpet Service. Baby Brother was remarkable in so many ways. He lived his life to the fullest and touched so many people during his time here with us. Baby Brother loved the Lord and his family profoundly. He was a devoted husband / son / father / uncle / brother and friend. Looking back, he was always a family man. Baby Brother was a great steward of our Simms Family Reunion. He enjoyed planning, coordinating and conducting our Simms Reunions determined to follow our father’s footsteps in leading and keeping our family connected. Baby Brother loved sports, (especially playing with the Qualifiers Softball team and other various teams he also had a great love for good music (especially James Brown). He loved to travel, communicate, bake buttermilk pies, bar-b-que, play softball, fish, hunt and farm. Everyone was always welcome to his home. Growing up we were taught the value of family and the strength derived from keeping these relationships strong and intact. The last few years it seemed as if we could not spend enough time together. We valued and cherished each moment we spent together in our homes, as well as the sleepless nights in and out of the hospital. Baby brother was devoted to his family, he loved his wife, Pam, Justin and Peyton. Baby Brother was an awesome uncle to Leslie whom he referred to as “First Born.” My grandchildren are still asking for their Uncle James. It makes me very happy that my grandchildren knew and loved Uncle James.
Baby Brother was an expert flooring specialist, he had great work ethic, he was a genuine friend to all who knew him. I can see him now, pulling up in his truck…probably listening to James Brown. His smile and laughter could light up any room. I still remember how much fun and determination he had installing the new flooring in Leslie’s home, last May. Each evening we would return to my home and reminisce our family history, childhood and lifelong memories. Baby Brother and I would discuss his dreams and goals for the future. He loved the country, cows and farming. One of his major goals was to relocate and own his own farm. He really loved and cared for Justin and Peyton. Baby Brother really wanted them both to have a relationship with Christ, great values and ethics, be happy, healthy, successful, independent and excellent citizens. Life will never be the same without my brother. He took a piece of me with him when he left to be with the Lord. I know that Baby Brother is in heaven watching over me, dancing with my parents, grandparents as well as other family and friends that went on home before him. I will never ever forget Baby Brother, he was the best brother a sister could have.
In closing, I will miss you, Baby Brother, but will always remember you with respect, admiration and love, always, always! I thank God for allowing Baby Brother to be my Brother. I know my God is in control and my goal forward, is to make it through the middle to come out victorious on the other side. Missing you Baby Brother forever until we meet again on the other side. Your Loving Sister Forever, Arlene
A candle was lit by Robert Bell
on February 24, 2017 2:51 AM
A candle was lit by PeeWee Smoots
on February 24, 2017 12:46 AM
Message from Al and Nicole Carter
February 23, 2017 7:06 PM
Arlene remember that you are not alone... We are always here for you and your family.
Love Al and Nicole Carter
Love Al and Nicole Carter
A candle was lit by Al and Nicole Carter
on February 23, 2017 7:03 PM
Message from Lee Lanphier
February 22, 2017 8:41 PM
So sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my prayers.
A candle was lit by Benjamin Simms and Family
on February 22, 2017 5:52 PM
A candle was lit by Gale and Angie
on February 22, 2017 12:41 PM
An IN HONOR was sent on February 22, 2017
Gale Paige and Family Angie Sentmore and Family
Message from Kimberly Getman
February 21, 2017 3:34 PM
Mrs. Simms, I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Message from Beverly williams
February 20, 2017 2:34 PM
God bless the SIMMS FAMILY .. You have my CONDOLENCE... KEEP the FAITH.
PAM, JUSTIN ,PEYTON, AND ARLENE.. LOVE YALL.. GOD to Glory . RIP CUZ. JAMES
PAM, JUSTIN ,PEYTON, AND ARLENE.. LOVE YALL.. GOD to Glory . RIP CUZ. JAMES
A candle was lit by Jewel Garcia Watson
on February 20, 2017 2:31 PM
A candle was lit by Beverly Williams and Michael Jarmon
on February 20, 2017 2:29 PM
A candle was lit by Monique Davis (Bland)
on February 19, 2017 12:08 AM
Message from Bethany Thomas
February 17, 2017 3:29 PM
My condolences to the Simms families. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your dear loved one James. Some Bible scriptures that have helped me during times of loss include Isaiah 26:19 and Psalm 37:28,29 which states in part: "Your dead ones will live...They will rise up". And the Bible also says "The righteous themselves will possess the earth ". Therefore the Bible promises that we may be reunited with our loved ones lost in death by means of an earthly resurrection. This is further confirmed by John 5:28,29 which says "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". This is possible thanks to Jesus Christ's ransom sacrifice. Thus we have a genuine hope of everlasting life in a world without wickedness or suffering. I hope that these scriptures will be of some comfort to you.
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