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Kenneth Thomas Sims

1946 - 2025

Kenneth Thomas Sims obituary, 1946-2025, Bakersfield, CA

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KENNETH THOMAS SIMS

October 27, 1946 - August 19, 2025

Kenneth Thomas Sims, 78, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Bakersfield, CA. He was born October 27, 1946, in Portland, OR and raised in California.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Amanda Sims; brother, Bruce Sims; sons Brent Sims and Joel Amado. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Tamera Sims; daughter, Suzette Gaddis (Brian); son, Rick Amado; daughter-in-law, Lesa Amado; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers; 1 sister; and many nieces and nephews.

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Sep. 3, 2025.

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Tracey Hill

October 19, 2025

Sending my deepest sympathies to the Sims Family . Ken was a great man it was a pleasure being part of the family at one time in my life . May he Rest In Peace

Theresa

September 3, 2025

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