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Jerri Sims Obituary
Jerri was born to Wilma and Jerry Sims on June 25, 1955. She attended Wellman schools and then graduated from Texas Tech and South Texas School of Law. Her ability to "argue with a fence post and usually win", as stated by a friend led to her career as a Dallas County Assistant District Attorney and then a United States Assistant Attorney from which she retired.
Some of Jerri's loves in life were kids, animals, and Texas Tech. Jerri adored kids and kids were crazy about her in return, especially her niece and nephew, Lauren and Chase. Her love for animals left us never knowing what stray dog rescued from a gas stop or turtle rescued off the interstate she would show up with. She was passionate about Texas Tech sports. She was a football season ticket holder for 26 plus years and missed very few games. She would not leave a game until the "Matador Song" was sung at the very end, win or lose, rain or shine.
Jerri is survived by her mother, Wilma Sims of Lubbock; brother, Mike of Mineola, Texas; sisters, Carla (Mark) McMillan of Lubbock and Lori of Houston; niece, Lauren Strong of Orange, CA; and nephew, Chase Havely of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by aunt, Kay Wilson, uncles, Arvil Walser, Larry Sims, Terry (Jan) Sims and Barry (Ann) Sims and many cousins.
A memorial will be held at a later time.
Donations are suggested to Texas Tech Alumni Association, S.A.V.E. Rescue Coalition in Houston or a Parkinson's organization.
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Larry Pittman
May 18, 2020
I worked with Jerri at Dallas County. She was sensational. Full of integrity and passion for serving what is right. So very sorry that her bright light has been removed from us.
Larry Pittman
May 18, 2020
I worked with Jerri at Dallas County. She was sensational. Full of integrity and passion for serving what is right. So very sorry that her bright light has been removed from us.
The Bogards
May 13, 2020
Jerri was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. Her mix of charm, wit, and spunk was truly unique and we loved every minute we got to spend with her. We are lucky to have had such a special person in our lives. Every time we see a beautifully planted flower garden we will think fondly of you. Until we meet again......we love you Jerri.
Teresa Hawthorne
May 12, 2020
I did not know Jerri very well but had met her and for sure when I saw her try a couple of cases I knew I wanted to strive to be a better attorney. She was a star in the courtroom. She was gracious and zealous at the same time. Condolences to her family & loved ones.
May 12, 2020
RIP Jerri Lynn you were one of the good ones
Karra Guess
May 12, 2020
Jerri worked with my husband, Dan, for many years in the U.S. Attorney's Office in Dallas. My children loved to go to work with their dad because Jerri and Shannon, may they both rest in peace, made such a big deal out of it. Our girls spent many hours in Jerri's office playing games and Jerri proudly displayed their drawings. For years, Jerri and Dan hosted the criminal division's holiday party at our home and we have wonderful memories of fun times, such as when Jerri brought a really bad framed picture of Dan as her white elephant gift, or when our then two-year-old son followed Jerri around and hid in our storage ottoman every time she turned to look at him. He was her constant companion in the midst of a party of 50+ people and Jerri thought it was hilarious. Jerri, you were classy, gracious, and beautiful inside and out. The world is not as bright without you in it.
Manny Alvarez
May 12, 2020
You're going to be missed but never forgotten. Till we meet again ...
Joe Revesz
May 12, 2020
I know you're in Heaven, Jerri Lynn. Please pray for me.
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