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for Lester Sims
LaCandace Jack
May 13, 2008
I know i'm late sign the book but I just would like 2 say that Earl was a good friend of mine & I will always remember him. To Mr. Lester & Sammy Sims I know that you have lost a son & a nephew & you are still going through a hard time with that but God has a plan & I know whatever it is it's going to be great...
R.I.P. Lil Lester (LOL inside joke)
Carver High School Class of 2005
Adrian Justice
December 30, 2007
First off, I like to say God bless the Sims family. Earl was very close friend of mine and a co-worker. I have nothing but memories of Earl since high school, from playing against each other on the field or just hanging out after work in the recent summers...its hard. R.I.P man..
Emanuel Stratton
October 14, 2007
May God bless the family of my homeboy Big Earl. I will see you on the other side of life Earl Jr.
Brad Horton
October 9, 2007
I just want to send my prayers out to the Sims family. We all lose people in our life that mean so much to us, but GOD always has something in heaven better for the people who he takes from us. It seems like yesterday when me and Earl were just outside in front of the Sims house playing basketball and joking around. I will continue to pray for you all that this will strengthen the love you all share within the family. Earl will forever be missed in my mind, body,and soul his image and smile will always be rembered. My prayers go out to you Mr. and Mrs. Sims.
James Earl Sims
October 9, 2007
To the members of the Family, we send our deep sympathy,and tears and thoughts in these trying times of Grief, to lose a Beloved Son,cousin,brother,grandchild touches the soul of us all.Our thought go out to Lester and the whole Sims Family. From James Earl (Bally). J.B.Sims son and Family.May God bless all of you. A loving Cousin
Mike Harding
October 8, 2007
Seems like yesterday Earl and I were still partners at the YMCA. Mr and Mrs Sims, I do not know you personally, but I worked very closely with your son for two straight years and can say he is one of the finest people I have ever known and worked with. You should be very proud because that job meant everything to him and being with those kids lit up his heart in ways that the rest of us took for granted. We will always remember Earl for that and I hope that things are okay, because for him they are.
Nicholas Crawford
October 8, 2007
I remember being at Carver and being a freshman..and Earl stood out so much, and It didnt even seem like it was his first year. He knew everyone and the people who didnt know him were soon to speak his name. I remember being in Civics class which his father taught (Coach Sims), I had so much fun while learning..I remember us janking and sharing jokes..Hes one of the most respectful guys I met while the time I was at Carver. He will be missed always..
My sympathy goes out to Coach Sims and Mrs. Sims, and the Sims family..May Earl rest in peace..
Love,
Nicholas Crawford
Spencer Class of 2005
and Carver Tiger of 2001
Marilyn Jones
October 8, 2007
To the Sims Family,
We would like to express our condolences in your loss. My son's attend elementary and middle school with Earl.
Jimmie &Brandon Murray, Cornelius & Marilyn and Tyler Jones
Fredericka Ford-Bass
October 8, 2007
To The Sims Family
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
My thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your son. May you find comfort in knowing that he is in heaven and you will see him again.
Nicole Dorsey
October 7, 2007
Earl, I miss you already, but know your in a better place!!! May God be with you and keep you!!! I will never forget you.
October 7, 2007
To the Sims Family,
May God wrap you in His arms during this time of sorrow. Earl was my son's counselor and friend at D.A. Turner YMCA. Earl spent quite a bit of time playing basketball with Jelani and I will never forget his bright smile and warm personality whenever we saw him around Columbus. We will truly miss Earl but his great spirit will be with us forever.
God Bless your family.
Lorye J. Truesdale and
Jelani D. McGlan
Rosalind DuPass
October 7, 2007
Peggy, Lester, and Tranetta,
Our prayers of peace and comfort are with you all at ths time. It is our prayer that you will feel God's love more than ever.
Rosalind, Rykka, Rhomand and Earl DuPass
Kathy Hamilton, Class of '67
October 7, 2007
To Peggy and Family:
You have my deepest sympathy at the lost of your precious one.
Harriett Brooks
October 7, 2007
Earl we gonna miss you rest in peace!!!! Carver high class 2005
Alphonzo Lawrence
October 6, 2007
Your are from royalty. You are my cousin on your father side. I have no doubt that Lester was proud of you and what you accomplished in your short life. Your father, whom I know is a wonder and prayerful man. Heaven is a prepared place for a prepared people. May God continue to bless your family.
Joan N. Butts
October 5, 2007
To Peggy and family my prayers are
with you.
Classmate of 67,Joan Nolan Butts
Michael Johnson
October 5, 2007
Coach and Mrs. Sims, on behalf of my family and I, we send our deepest love and honor for Earl. We love and wish nothing but the best for you all. I have very fund memories of Earl aiding the football team when he was a little boy and will never forget watching him grow. We love you and will pray for you.
shari luttrell
October 5, 2007
R.i.p earl, we gone miss you a lot.
Twilya Toombs
October 5, 2007
May God Bless you during this time of sorrow. My prayers are with your family.
Michael Joseph
October 5, 2007
Coach, Mrs. Sims, and family,
I am absolutely devestated to hear the news of your son's loss. He truly was a gifted young man and was so glad to hear he was making his way through college after first tutoring him in back in my high school days. May God give your entire family the strength to endure this hard time.
Earline Thomas Gee
October 5, 2007
May you faith in God bring you comfort. The memory of his time on earth will keep you and comfort you. I'll keep you in my daily prayers.
"South Girard Class of 1968"
ALVIN GRIMES
October 5, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Veronica, La'Tarsha and the Covington Family
October 4, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Earl was a wonderful young man, who will always be in our hearts and memories. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and your family during the time of loss of a special young man. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over your family and others.
We will miss Earl greatly and God Bless.
Sanford Banks
October 4, 2007
I never really knew Earl as a person. But it seems as if i knew him forever. COach Sims and Family you will always be in my prayers. And remember that he is in a better place. So keep your heads up because there is nothing to hang them about.
Dr. Miche' Le Kippins
October 4, 2007
May God grant you the strength during this season. Remember he is not dead, just away with our Lord and Savior.
Blessings always,
Corey Crawford
October 4, 2007
Coach and Mrs. Sims, I can't say that I can feel the pain that you are going through, but I do know the feeling of losing a loved one, and something I learned was God would never put more on you that you can bear; you have to keep the faith and know that God will be there for you. I had the pleasure of working with Earl this summer, and he taught me alot of things. Earl will be greatly missed. God Bless you and God keep you -this is my prayer, With much love Corey Crawford.
The Nelson Family (Brian & family)
October 4, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Furr Family
October 4, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Patricia Huff
October 4, 2007
GOd needed another flower in his garden, so he picked one of his beautiful flowers.Earl was such a kind young man.I will always rember him coming to lunch.He always could melt my heart to given him just what he wanted.with that beautiful smile,We loved Earl And we will keep you always in our prayers.
The Bradford Family
October 4, 2007
To the Sims Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. We love you. Your Partners In Christ,
Mario Davis
October 4, 2007
May all the wonderful memories of Earl during this most difficult time bring you comfort and peace. While many things may seem uncertain at this point, continue to lean on your faith to bring you through. God bless you!
Bill, Liz, and Jeremy Miles
October 4, 2007
To the Sims Family,
We are so sorry for yor loss. We thought a lot of Earl and will miss him deeply. He always had a nice smile for us everytime we saw him.
It is hard for us left behind to understand why God called Earl home so young but please remember that God has a plan and Earl's time here on earth was complete.
We are right next door whenever you need us. We truly understand what you are going through and how difficult it is to lose your child. Please reach out to us whenever you need to talk. We are here for you anytime.
May God bring you strength and comfort during this most difficult time.
Alicia Edge-Newbern
October 4, 2007
May the Lord keep you in his arms of love. I know it is hard for you and your family but God know best.
We love you Alicia Edge-Newbern and Family.
Karenna Sumlin
October 4, 2007
I am very grateful that I had the opportunity to have known Earl. He was a good friend. May God give you the family strength in your time of bereavement. Prov 3:5-7
Ora Peters
October 4, 2007
Words can not express our mixed feelings of Sadness and Joy upon hearing of Earl's "Home Going". Just know that We Love You and We are praying for You All.
Ora Peters, Patrick Peters, Ruth Reed, Albert Peters, Jr., Blair and Blake Brockington
Mary Hill
October 4, 2007
Peggy, Lester and Tranetta. We are deeply sorry for your loss. We know that Earl was your heart, and he was deeply loved. We pray that God gives you strength and comfort during this time of sorrow. Call us any time you need to talk.
The Hills.....
Mary, LaVaughn, Michelle, and Tasha.
Gwendolyn Thomas-Wesley
October 4, 2007
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Taylor Johnson
October 4, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. SIms and Family:
Our prayers are with each of you.
Taylor really thought Earl was handsome, she loved him even more when she learned he was Tranetta's little brother. He was the talk of the day when we left church.
We will always be there for each of you; to extend a hand, to give a hug, or just to say, " How's My Girl (Tranetta) Doing."
WE LOVE EACH OF YOU.
Sincerely yours,
LTC Freeman D. and
Adrie Buckner-Johnson and Family
Treymayne/Laverne/Lamar Warren
October 4, 2007
It is with the deepest sympathy and regard that I sign this registry. Your and my family have been close before I was born, so we kinda feel as if we lost a cousin. Our hearts go out to you in this difficult time, and on behalf of the Warren family, we send you our deepest condolence.
Rev. Timothy, Cassandra and Timedra Reynolds
October 4, 2007
"Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know." John 14:1-4 Jesus has spoken and He has prepared a place for Earl. Our family shares your time of bereavement. We are praying for God to wrap His loving arms around you, give you strength and provide you with comfort. We are asking God to bless you each and every day.
Georgia Howard
October 4, 2007
As words escape me during this time deepest of sorrow, I do know that faith sustains, God's love embraces and loving memories never fade. My love and prayers are with you all.
Brittani Webb
October 4, 2007
To the family of Earl Sims: i have my curch praying for the family. Mr. Sims Stay strong. I am one of your students at carver high school... R.I.P. Earl Sims.....
Sheenika Marshall
October 4, 2007
"For I will turn their mourning into joy And will comfort them and make them rejoice from their sorrow"
~Jeremiah 31:13~
May God Bless You
Cassandra Blackwell
October 4, 2007
Earl was one of my cosuins. When I woke up this morning I knew something wasn't right. It's been a long time since I last saw Earl, I thik the last time I saw him, we were at my Grandmother, Catherine McArthur funeral, I rhink that it's so sad that a young man ha to go home too soon. I wish that I could've gotten to know him better. He's going home to be with my grandparents.
Shanniqua A
October 4, 2007
i did not personally know Coach Sims but i do know that he was a well loved man and will be missed a lot around Carver
Breunka Hill
October 4, 2007
God Bless you and may he help you durning this time of lost. I will keep you in my prayer.
Shaterria (Ms. Jones) Jones
October 4, 2007
Mr. Sims i just want you to know that i am truly sorry for what happened, but god has a lot in store for you. God bless you and your family, god is watching over you all!!!!
Challes Allen
October 4, 2007
MR.Sims
Me and my family would like to sincerely say that we are sorry for your loss. I wish you and your family the best. God Bless You!
Queen Spivey
October 4, 2007
Coach Lester & Mr. Sammy - May God richly bless and keep you in his tender loving care. Remember that God is too wise to make a mistake. He will help you through this if you only trust him. My thoughts prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerly,
Queen Spivey
W.H. Spencer High School
Marcia Cade
October 4, 2007
Peggy
I didn't know your son, but you always spoke so highly of him. May he rest in peace and may God strengthen your family during this time. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers. God Bless.
Kierra Banks
October 4, 2007
Im am sorry to hear that your son has passed. May he rest in peace for he is now in a better place with no worrys. Stay strong as he would want you to do because he lives on watching down upon us smiling because he knows that he will not be forgotten. He is very much loved and blessed. Everyday now for him will be a wonderful day knowing he is walking with the lord.
Robyn Whitten
October 4, 2007
My condolences to Tranetta, Peggy, and Lester. My heart and prayers are with you. Tranetta, you are the second daughter I always wanted and your family's lost is my lost. I know it is very hard right now but as the days go by it will get better. Remember that God is in control and he already had a plan for Earl.
We love you, We bless you, and We appreciate you!
Courtney Fleming
October 4, 2007
May God be with your family in this time of need.Rest in Peace Earl, you will forever be loved and remembered in the hearts of many people.
Lakia Carpenter
October 4, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your recent lost. My deepest sympathy goes out to close relatives and friends. Again I would like to say I am deeply sorry for your lost.
Cecily Powell
October 4, 2007
Earl will truly be missed. Rest In Peace
Damonica Johnson
October 4, 2007
I'm really sorry for your loss. May god bless you and your family. Keep your head up!
Lafayette & Rebecca Claiborne
October 4, 2007
Words can not say what we are feeling in our hearts. May God give your family the strength to endure during your sadness.
Mrs.Glenda Renfro-Crawford
October 4, 2007
Coach and Mrs.Sims I just met your son @ The Ryders(Neighbors Home)in August and what a personality,fun spirit, eager,yet gentle & a very respectful young man!!!!!!! Who left an impact on me, to see such a positive young person is truly a blessing from God.
Our blessed peace Today is to know;
To be absent from the body is,To be ever present with The Lord amen.
The Family
Sr.Airman Sonoyia M.Renfro daughter
Shaw AFB,South Carolina
Nicholas R.Crawford son
Ceidre A.J. Crawford daughter
Ed & G Crawford
Carver 78'& 80'Alumni
Cortez and Trina Peterson
October 4, 2007
Ms Peggy and family, know that God has all power in his hands. Although it may not be clear right now but if you hold on and draw closer to him, he will comfort you.
Mrs.Constance Tarver Dodson
October 4, 2007
Please accept my sincerest condolences during this time of bereavement. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
CORNELIUS & PORTIA LANCASTER
October 3, 2007
WE PRAY THAT GOD WILL COMFORT YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH IN THIS TIME OF SADNESS.WE ARE SORRY FOR THE LOST OF YOUR SON.YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES WILL CONTINUE TO BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
Nicole Griffin
October 3, 2007
When I think of Earl I remember his warm smile and gentle spirit. May your memories of Earl and God's boundless grace sustain you at this time.
Adrien Irvin
October 3, 2007
My deepest condolences go out to Coach Sims and Mrs. Sims. Earl will be missed greatly.
Katie & Tommie Thornton
October 3, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
CHANICA G
October 3, 2007
R.I.P EARL. EVEN THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW YOU.. MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Barbara Crawford
October 3, 2007
Peggy,
Sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gladys Peterson
October 3, 2007
To the Sims Family:
Our daughter attends D.A. Turner YMCA, and Earl was one of her counselors. We don't have the words to express how sorry we are for your families loss. Just know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Heartfelt Sympathy
Charlie,Gladys,and MacKenzie Peterson
Jacquelyn and Brandon Sanders
October 3, 2007
My deepest condolences to you Mrs. Sims and Coach Sims. We've all had some wonderful times together and none of us would have dreamed this to take place so soon. May you know that Jesus is your comforter and just leaning on Him will get you thru your heartache. Trust God.
Joseph F. Gunn
October 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Walter Davidson
October 3, 2007
To the Sims Family, I am deeply hurt for your lost, I want you all to know that I am praying for you all.
shelby perrry
October 3, 2007
I am very sorry for your lost and i hope god be with yall in this hard time
Latoya Christopher
October 3, 2007
May God be with you in your time of grief. Stay strong and may god bless you all.
Henry and Tracey Crisp and Johnson Family
October 3, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Valerie Boggs
October 3, 2007
We send our deepest sympathy to Peggy, Lester, and Tranetta on the loss of a son and a young man who we loved and admired. Earl was like a flower that once grew on earth and was taken from our sight and now that flower blooms in heaven just as lovely and as bright as ever.
Tia and I have very fond memories of Earl. He was a ray of sunshine and he will forever be missed! He was not only physically tall but his personality was too and that is why no one will forget him! The time we spent with him enriched our lives and we will always keep him in our hearts and prayers.
Know that God has Earl in his warm embrace and we have your family in our hearts and prayers. Faith and memories are the two things that can bring joy back into your lives. May God bless all of you.
We love you, Valerie & Tia
Tina Webb
October 3, 2007
To Tranetta:
words can not express how i feel about the lost of Earl. To me Earl was like the brother i never had. I just wont you to know that you are in my prayers. weeping my endure for night but joy comes in the morning....
Ashley Howard
October 3, 2007
To Tranetta:
I just wanted to say that you are in my prayers...i can't tell you that i know how it feel to lose a brother or a sibling but i can tell you how it feel to lose someone you love so dear. you and your family are in my prayers.. i remember when i first met you an how you always talk about earl i never met him close up but one thing i can say he was loved.
The Hill Family
October 3, 2007
Peggy..Coach Sims, are hearts broke when we heard the news...we are so thankful that you chose us to be a part of your son's life. The time that we spent training Earl this summer was much more than just working out. We formed a special bond with him and we still, think of him as our little brother. May Earl's smile continue to brighten your day, and all of those that were blessed to know him.
Bradley & Katrina B. Hill
Laura, Courtney and Jalyssa Turner
October 3, 2007
Our prayers are with you all. May God bless each of you
Clifford Pass
October 3, 2007
To the Sims family, no one knows the heartache that you are feeling right now, but remember the love that you had for Earl, and he for you will forever leave memories that no one can ever steal from you.
Clifford, Phyllis, Chris and Shondra Pass
Mrs. Warren (NECOLE ) Beaulah
October 3, 2007
I really don't know what to say. My heart was and still is so,so broken to learn of this. I had the pleasure of meeting Earl and i can say, " WHAT A FINE YOUNG MAN".
To you both Lester and Peggy, God is your strength. He is your air to breath.Hold on to his hand, and he will see you through. May God bless you both.
Conrad King, Jr
October 3, 2007
Earl, you will be missed i'm so glad i met you, since we were 8yrs old @ Edgewood red devil. We will be every friend for ever.
Portia Walker
October 3, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Sims Family. Our Prayers for God's Peace, Love & Strength Be With You All.
The Walker Family
Sonja McCrary
October 3, 2007
My prayers are with you and your family. GOd will make will get you through this.
Trina and Sonja McCrary.
Mary Green King
October 3, 2007
To the Sims Family my prayer are with you all. Just know that God is with you. He will never leave you. God bless you.
Tim and Rosa Patterson
October 3, 2007
God is still sovereign. We love you.
NEDRA LAMB
October 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Atia Boggs
October 3, 2007
I grew up with Earl since we were 8 years old in elementary school, to middle school, to church, and then we became Co-Workers at the YMCA. Earl you will be truly missed and you are loved. I am praying for the family everyday. You were an angel and I watched you grow into a wonderful young man. Lots of love bro! I still remember how you used to dunk on me! lol
Jessica Livsey
October 3, 2007
May God Bless your family and Keep you.
Bradford Lyles
October 3, 2007
My prayers are with your family.
Steve Robinson
October 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
phyllis jones
October 3, 2007
lester and peggy, you have my most heartfelt condolences in this time of sorrow. may god keep and sustain you.
Dea. Eugene and Sis. Essie Hurey
October 3, 2007
May God comfort you in your loss.
Mary Williams
October 3, 2007
May God bless and strengthen each and everyone of you during this trying time. Keep your hands in God's hand and he will see you through this. You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Kaleena Gee
October 3, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Constance Dorsey
October 3, 2007
May God Bless you and your family. I worked with Earl at D.A. Turner YMCA. Earl was a great person,kind,loving,giving with great manners. The staff and children loved him. Earl will be greatly missed.
Deborah Tuggle
October 3, 2007
To Peggy and family:
I'm praying for you. Jesus is the only one who can see you through. He promised that he would never leave us.
Love Deborah Tuggle
Johnnie Mae Conaway
October 3, 2007
Peggy, may God strengthen and encourage your heart during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and I pray God's blessings for your.
Courtney
October 3, 2007
May God Bless you during this time of sorrow.
Kenneth Latimore
October 3, 2007
God has taken an Angel to be with him at his side. I will miss knowing he is here but he is in a better place. My condolence to the family, I will pray for your hearts.
Tina Webb
October 3, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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