Norman Carl Sims

Norman Carl Sims obituary, Dunlap, TN

Norman Carl Sims

Norman Sims Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center on Jan. 28, 2026.
Norman Carl Sims, age 76 of Cookeville TN formerly of Dunlap TN passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Signature Healthcare of Putnam Co. He attended Northeast church of Christ. Norman was known for his great sense of humor. He loved his grandchildren, mechanic work, fishing, working on project outdoors and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Bessie Brown Sims; sisters, Ruby, Grace, Mary Etta, Velma, Lena Mae, Wilma and Betty; brothers, Dallas, Claude and Wade.

He is survived by his wife, Jessie Davis Sims; sons, David Sims, Clark (Jenna Mayher) Sims and Michael (Marie) Schmitt; sister, Alma (Ronny) Young; 11 grandchildren, Beth, Jordan, Jalyn, Brady, Jaxton, Taylor, Bailey, Madison, Blakely, Ethen and Will; 13 great grandchildren and one on the way along with many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Bro. Casey Griffith and Bro. Jason Stephens officiating. Burial will follow in Chapel Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends Thursday from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Friday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM.

Ewton Funeral Home & Cremation Center is honored to be in charge of arrangements for Mr. Norman Sims and ask that you share your memories and condolences for his family on our website at www.ewtonfuneralhome.com

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Jim and Carleen Newell

January 28, 2026

Dear Jessie and family,
We are very sad to hear of Norman“s passing. He was a loved individual. We send our sincere condolences. May he rest in peace.
God bless,
Jim and Carleen Newell

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