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Kenneth Dvm Obituary
Louisville - Today we celebrate the life of Kenneth J. Sims, 81, of Louisville, Kentucky, who passed away Friday, May 22, 2020.
Kenneth was born April 25, 1939 in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma to Kenneth Sims and his wife Opal Pelfrey Sims.
He attended high school in Wakita, Oklahoma where he met his future wife and high school sweetheart Carolyn Sue Swanson. They were married on June 9, 1962 and they enjoyed 58 memorable years together, raising a son and two daughters.
In May of 1964, Kenneth graduated with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Oklahoma State University.
Following veterinary school and service as a Captain in the U.S. Army, Kenneth started in the private practice of veterinary medicine in Fern Creek, Kentucky. For just over 54 years Kenneth practiced in his own clinic caring for a variety of domestic animals and their owners.
Kenneth was active in both the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association, serving on the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners for many years.
In addition to his Louisville veterinary practice, and ever the entrepreneur, Kenneth also owned and practiced veterinary medicine in the Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands. Kenneth was also a founding member of the Louisville Animal Emergency Center.
Kenneth was a wheat farmer in Grant County, Oklahoma and tobacco farmer in the Jefferson, Spencer and Bullitt counties of Kentucky.
Kenneth was a charter member of the Rotary club of Fern Creek Kentucky and was a Paul Harris Fellow. Both he and Carolyn were active Rotarians for over 30 years, both with perfect attendance.
Kenneth leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Carolyn S. Sims; son, Stanley J. Sims; daughter, Stephanie J. Sims; daughter, Susan J. Sims; sister, Sue McLoud and her husband, Dale of Holdenville, Oklahoma; sister, Janice Gibson and her husband, Fred of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Marsha Sims (Jerry) of Pueblo, Colorado; sister-in-law, Kathy Sims (Billy) of Enid, Oklahoma; as well as many nieces and nephews and a large extended family. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Jimmie Sims, Billy Sims, and Jerry Sims.
Friends and family are invited to pay respects by prayers and cards. No services will be held due to current health concerns.
Memorial donations can be made to the Paul Harris Foundation of Rotary International, or the charity of your choice.
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Patricia and Mike Thorpe
November 20, 2021
Just found out today Dr. Sims had passed away. I am so saddened and shocked to learn about this. Dr. Sims was an awesome veterinarian and a very kind man. He took care of our pets for over 25 years. He always took the time to explain everything and I knew our fur babies were in the best of hands. You will be sorely missed Dr. Sims. Thank you for everything you and your staff did for us and our pets. Thinking of you Stephanie and your Mom and all of Dr. Sim's family. RIP Dr. Sims
Richard Kaelin
September 20, 2020
I was shocked and saddened to learn a few days ago when I visited his animal hospital that Dr. Sims had passed away. He was my Vet for over 30 years because I found him to be a very caring person for the animals and their owners. I know that he will be greatly missed by many. My heartfelt prayers and sympathy go out to all of his family members and all of those who worked with him and knew him. May he rest in peace.
Cynthia Lee Taylor
July 8, 2020
Dr. Sims was the most knowledgeable Vet I have known. He was kind and considerate of my feelings when I endured a loss. He did everything in his power to help my babies when they were sick. I trusted him with their lives. I am devastated by his loss. I felt we became friends as well as doctor client. I loved sharing stories with him and will truly truly miss him. I just learned of his passing. Stephanie you have my deepest sympathy. I did not have the privilege of meeting Carolyn but he talked of her often. I called to check on Dr. Sims and he was doing well so I am dismayed by his passing. I want to thank Stephanie and Nancy for the years of taking care of my pets. I will miss seeing and talking to you both. I am sure he touched so many lives that warm thoughts and love will be felt by many. Please feel free to call me, you have my info.
Stephanie McGeorge
June 3, 2020
Stan and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful, compassionate man and Veterinarian. May you find comfort in knowing that he was a blessing to many.
Cherine Fanning
June 2, 2020
Dr. Sims was our family Veterinarian from my teen years on. He cared for many animals my parents and later pets that I owned. He was a favorite of my father, Marvin Kirchner. When my father passed in 2007 we took a flyer with a picture of my Dads cat to post in the office hoping to locate a new owner. Dr. Sims took his time to visit with my husband and I for some time. He did offer to take the cat should we not find an owner while we were in Louisville settling things. In the end, through that flyer at Dr. Sims hospital a new owner was found for the cat.
Our condolences to Carolyn and family. What a fine man!
Robyn Clark
May 31, 2020
Remember first time I met Dr Simms. We there last for emergency. On our dog. He also had another truck with a very large collie and he picked it up like it was nothing. RIp Dr Simms you will be missed.
Theresa Hammack Mayer
May 31, 2020
Dr. Sims was well-liked by animals and their owners. He was a kind person and he was extremely compassionate about taking great care of his animal patients, and in educating his clients and teaching new veterinarian graduates. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Terri Amody
May 31, 2020
I loved Kenny. Not only was he there for my animals, he was always there for my family and I. It's with great sadness that I write this, he will always be loved and greatly missed. Praying for his beautiful family and sending my Love. May you find comfort and peace in these difficult days.
Pat Gocke Talarovich
May 30, 2020
We loved Dr Sims. I have taken my fur babies to him for 48 years. He was a kind and gentle man. We will miss him greatly. Prayers to his family.
Kriste Metcalf
May 30, 2020
I first met Dr. Sims when I was just a kid going with my dad to take our Beagle hounds to get their shots. Through the years, not only did he take care of my pets but he and his staff became like family to me. A wonderful, character he was! I will miss Sims Animal Hospital very much!
Natalie O.
May 30, 2020
Dr. Sims took care of my Willi girl for almost 14 years. He was always a kind and patient man, and told me about his miltary days and falling in love with his beautiful wife. Rest in peace, Dr. Sims. To his family and friends, may your happy memories carry you through the days ahead.
Luann Elmore
May 30, 2020
He was a good guy and a fun cousin to grow up around. His community and family will miss him.
Chuck & Destiny Patty
May 30, 2020
This was one of the best Veterinarian I'm one of the kindest men I have ever met my husband and I will miss you and our animals will miss you.....
Tim Ridley
May 30, 2020
Such a sad day when I read this. Dr Simms was an amazing person. Like many I have trusted him with the care of my fur babies for well over 35 years. He was so caring and trustworthy he will truly be missed. Many prayers to the family
Becky R
May 29, 2020
Ken always had a smile. He was great Rotarian.
Sandra Leczo
May 29, 2020
Gonna miss him he was a great vet. I saw him for 11 years and 2 years with my new dog
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