Photo courtesy of Grier Funeral Service, Inc. - Charlotte
Charlotte, North Carolina
Mr. Barry Warrez Sims, 57 of Charlotte, passed away on Thursday March 7, 2019.
Barry was born May 2, 1961 at Charlotte Memorial Hospital in Charlotte, NC to Eutha Baker Wingfield and the late Fate Sims. He attended Marie G. Davis Elementary and Kennedy Junior High Schools. He attended South Mecklenburg High School, but obtained his degree from William Tennet Community College in Philadelphia, PA.
Barry Sims was a very hard working business man. He owned his own fireplace and gas piping installation business, Fireplace Solutions, for over 20 years.
He started studying the bible at an early age.
Barry was a jokester and enjoyed making people laugh. He had a love for racing. He owned several race cars and vehicles which he loved. He had a passion for all different types of music. His favorite group was George Clinton and the P Funk. He made sure every time they were in town, he went to see the show. He loved to help out in the community. His heart was very generous and big.
Barry was proceeded in death by his father, Fate Sims; brother, Darryl Sims and niece, Jurea Hoyle Rouse.
Barry leaves to cherish fond memories; his wife, Clarissa Sims of Charlotte, NC; son, Barry R. Sims (Amber) and daughter, Renee Sims of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Chasity Sims and Rashad Sims of Charlotte, NC; his mother, Eutha Wingfield of Atlanta, GA; mother-in-law, Cheryl Young of Alexandria, VA; sisters, Deborah Hoyle of Atlanta, GA and Purrcena "Tina" McGill of Stanley, NC; brother, Grady Wigfall of Portland, OR; nieces, Ja'net Smith (Gary) of Myrtle Beach, SC; Darchell Sims Herrington (Robert) and Daryce Sims Chavis (Jason) of Charlotte, NC; nephews, DuWuan McGill (Kwanna) of Charlotte, NC and Donald McGill of Stanley, NC; aunt Ethel McNair of Charlotte, NC; several cousins, relatives and friends.
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Hi, just wanted to say I´m so sorry, I was going through some papers and found something from when Barry did some work for us. He was such a nice person. I looked him up to see if he was still working and saw this. My husband passed in 2018 , so I know the sadness y´all have.
D. Sneed
August 04, 2023 | Work
We are SOOOO SAD that this has happened. We have worked with Barry for about 11 years and every time he walked in the room he LIT it up!!! We always laughed. He will be missed!!! Our thoughts are with the family and we so wish we could have attended the funeral but were out of town. If you need anything don't hesitate to call... even if it's dinner one night. Kristin / Tracy with Silver Bee Designs 704-724-4522
Kristin Kouri
March 22, 2019 | Charlotte, NC | Friend
Very sorry for the loss of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength. 2 cor. 1:4
March 18, 2019
My condolences to the family for your loss. May the God of all comfort "who binds up the brokenhearted and comfort those who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. (Isaiah 61:1,2)
March 18, 2019
Condolences to the Sims Family.
Barry and I met in the late 1990s. I had just built my home and Barry installed my gas logs. From that point on, he and I became good friends. I'm going to miss our good old conversations about cars and life. RIP my friend.
Keith Greene
March 17, 2019 | Charlotte, NC
I was saddened by Barry passing away. We met a while back talking about drag racing. While in his garage I found that he was a real cool and humble guy as we discussed his future plans for his race cars. I remember him talking about his accident in Georgia during a race weekend. I'll truly miss this guy,my prayers go out to the family.
James Mungo
March 16, 2019 | Charlotte, NC | Acquaintance
Its really heartbreaking to hear. Barry was a good man, who would help anyone. He was a good friend to my family. Especially, my older brother, Scoo-Boo. Barry, you will be missed!
Yonnita Clyburn
March 16, 2019 | Charlotte, NC | Neighbor
I was So Sorry to hear about this. Our Families have been intertwined for so many years, You were like a little Brother to me. To the Family: I send My Deepest Condolences, as Barry will be Missed by ALL. Forever, Rest In Peace (RIP).
Vivian Adams Allison aka "Coo-Coo"
March 16, 2019 | Charlotte, NC
My friend of 19yrs, you will be missed.
Sandra Morgan-Davis
March 16, 2019 | Charlotte, NC
