Photo courtesy of Smith, Bizzell & Warner Funeral Home
Nov 16, 1961 - Dec 31, 2025
My condolences to the family. I was very sad to hear Clyde passed away. I enjoyed the friendly conversations we had when he came to play his lotto. Rest in Heaven Clyde
Adria Trader
February 19, 2026 | Lake Station, IN | Friend
My condolences.... it crazy how I found out you had passed ...... you are reunited with yr sweetheart. I was like dang I have to still find a mechanic. BUT LOOK FOR MY SISTER SHE CAN MAKE YALL SOME OF MY POTATOES.... I TAUGHT HER .
Dinah Henley
February 10, 2026 | Friend
Hello Sims family.
I just heard about Clyde.
My heart goes out to you.
Love
C.Madison-Simms
C S
February 08, 2026 | Neighbor
In loving memory of a wonderful person. It will be strange not looking down the street and seeing him working on cars. My condolences go out to the family. Clyde is going to be greatly missed. May God comfort you all in this time of grief.
Karen Akujobi
January 21, 2026 | Merrillville, IN | Neighbor
Man ow man I'm gonna miss you until next time Clyde much much love
Jeffery Warren
January 17, 2026 | Gary, IN | Friend
Rest easy brother!!!
Richard Manyfield
January 17, 2026 | RICHMOND, VA | Friend
Lord is strength and shield power be strong and will uphold you with my righteous judgment your God Father Kenneth Alfred Messiah, Uncle His steadfast presence, strength, comfort, and provision, assuring believers He won't abandon uncertainty strength, being a stronghold, Upsets courageous LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in the transformation and lasting hope in God's faithfulness midst day of trouble greater glory and restoration to eternal love, and peace come made perfect...
Kareca Clanton
January 16, 2026 | Gary, IN | Neighbor
Man of God honorable respectful gentleman Clyde my brother rest in peace
Keith "velt"81 Eaton
January 16, 2026 | Friend
Rest well , Clyde. You will be missed
Wendy Whiting
January 16, 2026 | MERRILLVILLE, IN | Friend
Clyde Anthony Sims was born November 16, 1961, to Clyde Sims and Nellie Sims in Gary, IN.
He married his high school sweetheart, Charlotte Daniels -Sims and to this union one son was born, Anthony Sims, and one daughter, Shannan Sims.
He transitioned this life December 31, 2025.
Clyde was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Daniels-Sims; son, Anthony Sims; father, Clyde Sims.
He leaves to cherish his only daughter, Shannah Sims; two sons: Darius Byrd and Carlton Sims, all of Gary, IN. Clyde also leaves behind his mother, Nellie Sims; five sisters: Brenda (Hugh) McField of Atlanta, Georgia; Lucille (Greg) Baker of Alabama; Voncile Sims, Tracey Sims-Williams of Merrillville, IN, and Natlie Sims of Indianapolis, IN; as well as two brothers: Michael (Vanessa) Sims of Las Vegas, Nevada, and Troy Sims of Gary, IN. Additionally, he is survived by his maternal in-laws, Deacon Alex and Evangelist Sadie F. Daniels of Morgan City, MS; Five grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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