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Clarence Simms Obituary

Clarence Edward Simms, Jr., 70, of Westminster passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at the Carroll Hospital Center. Born November 29, 1954 in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Clarence Edward Simms, Sr., and Mary Alberta Simms, nee Fisher. Beloved husband of Linda Ann Murray Simms, his wife of 38 years, devoted brother of Mary Anna Wilhelm and her husband Raymond, Doris Schaule and her husband Brian, Anna Langrehr and her husband Robert, Joyce Fairfield and her husband Kirk, Janet Caughlin and her husband Michael; cherished brother-in-law of Sharon Simms and also survived by 21 nieces and nephews. Mr. Simms was predeceased by his parents and his brother Leroy Simms. Mr. Simms was a John Deere dealer in Towson after leaving the dealership he came to Westminster to run Arch Murray's Western Parts with his wife where he sold furniture, lawnmower parts, and did service work, helping many people over the years. Clarence and his wife Linda made many flights in their plane to factory showrooms in North Carolina and Ohio to buy furniture for their store. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday February 10, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday February 11, 2025 at 11 a.m. to Noon at the MYERS-DURBORAW FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 91 Willis Street, Westminster (21157) where the funeral service will begin at Noon with the Rev. David L. Meador officiating. Interment will follow in Benjamin's Krider's United Church of Christ Cemetery, 208 Krider's Church Road, Westminster (21158). Arrangements by MYERS-DURBORAW FUNERAL HOME, P.A. Online condolences may be made to www.myersdurborawfh.com.

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Published by Carroll County Times on Feb. 9, 2025.

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Pam and Kenny Martin

February 12, 2025

Our dear friend Clarence enriched our lives in so many ways. He was always willing to help friends, family and even complete strangers.
From helping diagnosis a lawn mower problem, to making sure that the sale of a lift chair was going to be the perfect fit for the customer, he put care and love in all that he did.
We always enjoyed time spent with Clarence. He was so knowledgeable about small engines, air planes, the workings of a lift chair, to all gadgets large and small including appliances and anything in need of repair.
He was a mechanic, a repairman, a salesman, a deliveryman and always the perfect gentleman. He had a very gentle soul.
One of my favorite memories of Clarence was one day I had stopped by the store. I saw something coming towards me. I looked up to see Clarence carrying a full size sofa over his head. He walked by me smiled like it was just another day at the store. I have to say that was a very impressive sight and one that will forever make me smile.
Clarence loved to talk about adventures with their cats. And when he talked about family he always mentioned what it was like growing up with so many sisters.
Over the years we came to know Clarence´s unwavering love for Linda. He was her copilot in life as well as in the plane, always there to support her, always by her side.
We are going to miss you friend. Until we meet again, you will forever be in our hearts.

Darlene Green ( The Optical Solution)

February 11, 2025

Deepest sympathy for the passing of Clarence.
It was my pleasure to have serviced you both for eyeglasses for many years. God bless you and prayers of comfort at this difficult time.

Linda Kalb

February 10, 2025

We are so sorry to read of Mr. Simms passing. He is a neighbor and will be missed by all who knew him.
With sympathy to the Family for Your Loss.
Linda Kalb and Family

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Memorial Events
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Feb

10

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Westminster Location

91 Willis St, Westminster, MD 21157

Feb

11

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Westminster Location

91 Willis St, Westminster, MD 21157

Feb

11

Funeral service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Westminster Location

91 Willis St, Westminster, MD 21157

Feb

11

Interment

1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

St. Benjamin's Lutheran Church

208 Kriders Church Road, Westminster, MD 21158

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91 Willis Street, Westminster, MD 21157

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