Donald Trimble Mortuary Chapel 1876 Second Avenue Decatur, GA 30032 Monday, July 8, 2013 11:00 am
Rev. Claude Carmichael, Officiating
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John Amos Sims

Obituary
Mr. John Amos Sims (affectionally known as "Johnny") was born on March 8, 1941 in Decatur, GA to the late Ernest and Elsie Sims. He was the eldest of three sons. He was preceded in death by his brother, Bobby. John gave his life to Christ at an early age at Lilly Hill Baptist Church, Decatur, GA under the pastorate of Rev. G.B. Marigna. He attended Trinity High School in Decatur GA, after which, he attended Hoke Smith Technical School for Baking.
He was united in holy matrimony to Diana Thompson Sims and celebrated 52 years of marriage. To that union, four children were born, one daughter Daphane, and three sons: Jonathan, Justin, and Jarvis.
John had a great love for cooking. He worked at Columbia Theological Seminary and Fayetteville (N.C.) State College as a Food Service Director. After moving back to Georgia, John worked for years at The Atlanta University Center as the Director of Food Services. John changed career paths and began working at Life of Georgia Insurance Company. He was employed there for over 20 years and received numerous accolades and awards for his commitment and dedication.
John had a special way of making those around him feel welcomed and loved. He was a wonderful husband and loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.
Leaving to cherish his memories is his loving and devoted wife, Diana. His children: Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan (Panzena) Sims, Mrs. Daphane Sims Caldwell, Mr. & Mrs. Justin (Darnella) Sims, Mr. & Mrs. Jarvis (Ebony) Sims. Nine grandchildren: Sherion, Darius, Lauren, Jordan, Justin II, Jalen, Janiah, Jackson and Olivia. One great grandchild, Jeremy. One brother, Mr. & Mrs. Jimmy (Mischel) Sims. A god-sister, Vera Stephens, two aunts: Mrs. Sadie M. Sims and Mrs. Annie L. Sims and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
uTo everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born... " Ecclesiastes 3: 1-2

Order of Service
Prelude Processional Solo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mr. Arthur Rogers Scriptures
Old Testament. ..........................Min. Stacy Sims New Testament. ........................Min. James Starks
Prayer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mr. Arthur Isom Solo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mr. Arthur Rogers Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Please limit to 3 minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Obituary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Read Sllently . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eulogy ........... . ................ Rev. Claude Carmichael Acknowledgements Recessional
Interment Washington Memorial Gardens
700 Jordan Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033
Immediately following the committal everyone is invited to The Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church Atrium for a repast.
4650 Flat Shoals Pkwy Decatur, GA 30034

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Acknowledgements
Pall Bearers
Nephews &Friends

Flower Bearers
Nieces &Friends

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Broken is the family circle Our dear Dad has passed away, Passed from this earthly darkness into a bright and perfect day. The Love that once was born can never die, For it has become a part of us, ofour life, It's woven into the very texture ofour very being, it's in your jokes, it's in your wisdom, it's in your advise, and most definitely your smile. No longer in our lives to share, but in our hears always, you're there.

Acknowledgement

The family of Mr. John Amos Sims is very grateful for every act of kindness and expression of love shown by

way of words of comfort, prayers, and floral arrangements during our hours of bereavement. You have certainly

made our burden of grief easier to bear and lightened. May God bless and keep each of you.

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