Photo courtesy of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home - Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls, Texas
Dec 8, 1946 – Apr 4, 2021 (Age 74)
John Anderson Sims, 74, of Wichita Falls passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021.
A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 8, 2021 in the Chapel of Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls with Rev. Eric DeLuna officiating.
John was born on December 8, 1946 in Wichita Falls to the late Harry T. and Mildred (Kiddy) Sims. He proudly served his country as a RECON 1st Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps during Vietnam. He and Barbara Hutson were married on August 2, 1972 in Wichita Falls. John joined the Wichita Falls Police Department in 1979, retiring after many years of service. John’s was a car enthusiast, and a member of the Corvette Club. He enjoyed collecting coins, and was a member of the VFW. John enjoyed life to the fullest. It is said he never met a stranger, and was the most easy going person you would ever meet.
John was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by wife Barbara; son John Anderson Sims Jr. and wife Deanne of Inola, Oklahoma; grandchildren Madison, Jate, and Landree Sims; sister Kiddy Boswell and husband Jim of Wichita Falls; nieces Julie Alexander and husband Wade of Iowa Park, and Amy Lydon and husband Jason of San Antonio; along with several other family, and dear friends.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made in John’s name to Wichita Falls Police Department family fund.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.owensandbrumley.com
Read MoreBarbara, Johnny and family, I am so sorry to learn of John's death. I did not hear about his passing until Thursday afternoon, otherwise I would have contacted you.
John was a good guy who I considered a friend and he will be missed.
Gary Cardwell
April 08, 2021 | Wichita Falls, TX
John was a good friend in high school and long after high school. I had a passion for cars however my passion for them did not match John's.......he was a Corvette fan for sure and he liked to go fast LOL! John was always even keeled and could be counted on to remain calm in any situation. Although my wife and I moved from WF in 2012 I kept in touch now and then with John and would see him on the few times I've been back to WF. I was saddened and shocked to hear of his passing. I'm out of the...
George "Ken" Phillis
April 08, 2021 | Hot Springs Village, AR | Friend
John, and the Simms', were one of the first friends - families I remember meeting back in the late 40's or early 50's, probably when i was 3 or 4. I have a lot of fond memories of those days and all the mischief he and I got into as kids. There were a lot of kids in that neighborhood, not long after WWII, and later we would be called baby boomers. The Ronnie and Lana Johnson, Tony, Pamela and Tina Moore, Sharon Powell, the Grimes and Harmons' and many more. Once John and I were popping caps...
mike Randall
April 08, 2021 | Friend
I always liked John. He was a pleasure to work with at WFPD. I never knew he was in RECON, Semper Fi from a former sailor.
Rick Espinosa
April 08, 2021 | Colorado Springs, CO | Coworker
John and Barbara were our neighbors for about 16 years. We have many wonderful memories together. We’ve loved this family for many years. Rest In Peace John! You will be missed!
Trina Priddy
April 08, 2021 | Friend
My deepest sympathy for your loss Barbara, John Jr, Kiddy and Jim, and family.
I was so very sad to hear this morning from my brother Mike about “Johnny”....as I always remember him!
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Heartfelt sympathy!
I have known Johnny since we were all little kids on the original Kemp St. when homes were first being built there. Our families were some of the very first to buy and move into new homes there. I have very fond...
Billie Randall-Salmon
April 07, 2021 | Friend
I knew John threw his wife , Barbara Gayle, a cherished friend of many years.
Deep heartfelt condolences to Barb and Johnny for their loss !
I am with you in spirit ; wish I could be there in person.
Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers,
R. G.
R. G. Holland
April 07, 2021 | Ocala, FL | Friend
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed John's visits when we had our place at PK Lake and he would stop by to say hi. He was always full of fun and laughter. Sending prayers and hugs to you and the family.
Dodie Slama
April 07, 2021 | Mesquite, TX | Friend
So sorry to hear about John, he was one of the good ones.
Won't be the same without him.
Steve Biddle
April 07, 2021 | Wichita Falls, TX | Friend
