Conner Edward Maxwell Sims
2000 - 2017
Conner Edward Maxwell Sims
2000 - 2017
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Proverbs 17:17
Conner Edward Maxwell Sims
August 25, 2000 – October 1, 2017
As God so loved the world, He gave us the gift of Conner. Conner Sims' gift of compassion and ability to invoke happiness in others defined his life as a man for others. His infectious personality, radiant smile, and gift of friendship is a loss to the community, but most of all to those who knew Conner as a friend, teammate, grandson, nephew, cousin, brother and son.
His mother, Maxine, was his steadfast advocate and teacher who believed in Conner's ability to "set the world on fire." His father, Craig, was his mentor and a great example of integrity and devotion. Conner was immensely proud of his role as little brother to his sister, Emily, whom he adored and revered as his confidante and best friend.
To quote Conner, "friendship has no boundaries" – a sentiment evident by the breadth and depth of his relationships. Conner's beautiful smile and bright eyes lit up the room and created a community of brothers (and sisters) amongst his peers. Conner's creative soul celebrated the art of a well-dressed young man who translated his stylish ways to his innocent dog, Minnie – always game for a new "dog-do." As always, "flow and lettuce were on fleek" for Conner.
"Jesuit proud," Conner was an avid fan of Jesuit Lacrosse and was always admired for his team spirit. Off the field, Conner's unbridled grit and determination in the classroom were unmatched; no one worked harder and, in the halls of life, no one had more fun.
Conner is survived by his parents, Maxine Kijek Sims and Craig Sims; sister Emily; grandmother Maxi Kijek; grandparents Jan and Michael Sims; and aunts and uncles Babette Crowder, Cherie and Timothy Burggraf, and Mitzi and Anthony Hammontree. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Leo D. Kijek.
A visitation will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church, 8017 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75225, on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. A celebration Mass of Conner's gift of life will be held at The Terry Center at Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas on Friday, October 6, 2017, at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family humbly requests donations be made in Conner's name to Jesuit College Preparatory School Memorial Scholarship Fund, 12345 Inwood Road Dallas, Texas 75244.
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October 3, 2018
Gone to soon but never forgotten, may the God of all comfort give you needed strength to endure.
September 28, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May you be comforted by your cherished memories as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to see your loved one again (John 6:40).
conners favorite sport
ralph lauren
December 26, 2017
he loved this beachball
Ray Shafer
October 10, 2017
Dear Max, Craig and Emily, my heart goes out to you. I know how you feel because I've been there too. I wish you the best in your grief for what sounds like a very good son. I wish you Peace.
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Rachel & Chris Haydon
October 9, 2017
Dear Max, Craig and Emily, we are sending lots of love and prayers your way. We are heartbroken for you, no words will ever be enough. May the Lord wrap you in his love and give you comfort and peace. We know Conner will be greatly missed but has been welcomed into our Lord's kingdom with loving arms. Love, Rachel & Chris
Brian Fues
October 9, 2017
Dear Maxine - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Brian Fues
David & Sheila Beuerlein
October 9, 2017
Maxine, Craig, and Emily,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you for your loss of Conner, a precious son and brother. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord grant you peace.
Sheila & Dave
melinda french
October 8, 2017
Maxine, I am thinking of you and your family during this time.
Melinda French
October 8, 2017
Maxine, Craig and Emily, We are thinking of you during this time of sorrow over the loss of your son Connor. May the Lord Bless you and keep you, may he bring healing to you and your family. In God's name I pray, Debbie Covert and family.
Molly Ferstel
October 7, 2017
Dear Max, Craig & Emily,
We have been keeping you close in our hearts and prayers since we heard about Conner. His life was a gift to us all. We will never forget him.
Love,
The Ferstels
Ruthie Patton
October 7, 2017
Dear Max, Craig & Emily,
Love & prayers.
Judy Dalon
October 6, 2017
Dear Craig, Maxine, Emily, & Oma Kijek,
My heart breaks with yours. Conner holds a special place in my heart - always has & always will.
Love,
Judy Dalon
Corinne Betkowski
October 6, 2017
Dear Craig, Maxine & Emily & Aunt Maxie,
We were all heartbroken to hear of Conners passing.
We are praying for you and your family to find comfort in your loss of
your beautiful son Conner.
May his radiant smile light up Heaven, and may you always remember the love he had for you.
God Bless, Doug & Corinne Betkowski
October 6, 2017
Conner, you will be missed. You touched the lives of our community in such a positive way. God bless you and your wonderful family.
Ellen Stuart
October 6, 2017
Dear Ones,
My heart is so heavy for you. My thoughts and prayers are with each one of you.
October 6, 2017
Dear Craig, Maxine and Emily,
I know you are heartbroken and grief stricken.
Sending love and peace to your hearts as you celebrate the life of your precious Conner!
Julie Moore
Dudley and Cyndi Piland
October 5, 2017
Craig and Maxine, there are no words of solace that can ease the pain of your loss, only words that can make it more bearable. May the Peace that passes all understanding be with you, the family and friends as you adjust to the loss of your beloved Conner. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you during these difficult times.
Ann & Ed Patton
October 5, 2017
Maxine, Craig and Emily,
No words of ours can assuage you for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris and Tom Binder
October 5, 2017
Maxine,Craig, and Emily
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We wish we could mend your broken hearts. May God bless you and may he hold you and Conner in his loving arms You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Aunt Chris and Uncle Tom
johnny venza
October 5, 2017
I'm very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Paula Russ
October 5, 2017
Max,
There are no words that I can say that will make this easier and that breaks my heart. Just know that I pray for the healing and ability for you and your family to be strong in this tragedy.
I never met Conner but being yours and Craig's child I am sure he was an infectious young man and never met a stranger.
Much Love ❤
Paula Russ
(Larson Juhl)
October 5, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Conner was such a hard-working student at CKS. He will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Jeff Solomon
CKS teacher
laura vella
October 5, 2017
Max, Craig, Emily, I am so saddened to hear of this tragic loss. My heart is with you. No words can express this heartbreak. Thinking of you all. --- Laura Vella
Scott, Heather, Cass, Caris & Colin Wheatley
October 5, 2017
Dear Maxine, Craig, Emily, and Maxi:
Our hearts are breaking for you and for Conner. We have often remarked how our own son reminds us of Conner when he was just a little one in the house across the street. We are deeply sorrowed for your loss and pray that God's love surrounds you.
Michelle and Richard Unwin
October 5, 2017
Dear Maxine and Craig, Emily,
We sorrow with you but our grief is not without hope! We join our thoughts and prayers with the many, many people who are surrounding you during this difficult time.
Our love to you and your extended family,
Michelle and Richard Unwin
Natalie & J.R. Thomas
October 4, 2017
We are heartbroken for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family.
October 4, 2017
Dear Max, Craig, & Emily, Unending prayers are being sent heavenwards as is love being sent your way. Mel Dillen & family
John and Amy Boykin
October 4, 2017
We're so sorry for your loss of Connor. Please know that we continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Peterson
October 4, 2017
Craig and Max, my heart was heavy when I learned yesterday of Connor's passing. Know that you and he are in my prayers at this time of enormous loss.
Maureen Benke
October 4, 2017
Dear Maxine & Craig,
We are grieving with you and send our love and prayers.
Maureen and Ted Benke
Andrew Witcher
October 4, 2017
Dear Sims Family, I am very very sorry to hear about the loss of Conner. We attended PHPS together, and shared some great moments on the soccer field and basketball courts. His great attitude was infectious and will not be forgotten. My greatest condolences.
Cynthia Rodegast
October 4, 2017
Dear Sims Family - our Jesuit community has lost a fine brother. Our hearts are hurting, but our love for you all is real. The Rodegast Family
October 4, 2017
Dear Maxine, Craig & Emily,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss of Conner. All of you will be kept in our prayers.
Stan (Butch) & Dolores Kijek
Maria Pouwels
October 4, 2017
Dear Craig and Maxine,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We know the Holy Spirit is wrapping his arms around you. Please let us know if there is anything you need.
John and Maria Pouwels
Megan, Liam, Kevin, Dierdre, and Patrick Patton
October 4, 2017
Dear Sims Family,
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out you. Conner was always a man for others, and he will be greatly missed by many.
Greg & Katie Vaughn
October 4, 2017
Dear Craig and Maxine,
We were so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Conner. Praying for your family and sending our deepest condolences.
Nancy Whittington
October 3, 2017
I pray God's hand on you all, on us all. I love Conner Sims- he was good and true and fun! He had the world's biggest heart, and we will never know another like him. I am praying for each of you. Please call on me if I can help.
Nancy Whittington
October 3, 2017
Dear Maxine, Craig and Emily, I learned of Conner's death today and my heart breaks for all of you. Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember your loving family and the strong love and support that has always been given to Conner and Emily. I am thinking of all of you and praying for your strength during this difficult loss. Judy Redington
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