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Citra - Thomas "Tommy" Sims, passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2011. Born in Ocala, he was an Electrical Sales Representative for Consolidated Electric. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed golfing. He is preceded in death by his father, James Vernon Sims. Survived by his wife, Julya Sims; son, Luke James Sims; mother and stepfather, Karen and Lee Medema; sisters, Beth Ann (Ivan) LaFountain, Citra; Kathy (Mike) Borden, Ocala; nephews, Doug, Kyle L., Brian, Jeffrey, J.R., Kyle W., Kevin, Drake, Brice; and one great-niece, Kaia. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 27, at Countryside Funeral Home, 9185 NE Jacksonville Road. Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 28 at Reddick United Methodist Church with Pastor Russell Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Citra Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Grace School, 4410 SE 3rd Avenue, Ocala, 34480.
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Kathy Borden
September 21, 2012
I miss you so much-
Aunt Susan Ostanik
September 21, 2012
Loving and missing you everyday! Can't believe it's been almost a year since we lost you and my heart still hurts! Xoxoxo
Aunt Susan and Uncle Frank Ostanik & Family
October 18, 2011
Our Dear Sweet Tommy..It has been 3 weeks and 2 days since we lost you and oh how we so miss you. Your sweet smile, your strong will to fight and not give up. You kept us so strong!!!
We are so weak and Our hearts are so broken but we know you are still in our hearts and will be there forever and ever. We love you so much and know you are watching over us. Love, Hugs and Kisses!!!!
R .Yongue Pestotnik
October 6, 2011
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Tammi Christmas Walters
October 5, 2011
We miss you so much Tommy....you will forever remain in our hearts, and the memories you made with so many people are too many to count. I love you. Hunt, fish & golf in heaven to your hearts content! ?
Rudico Yongue Pesotnik
October 5, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen Farber
October 1, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. The whole family will be in my thoughts.
September 30, 2011
Tommy will be missed, he was a wonderful man.. He fought that awful cancer hard..But..god was ready for him.. RIP Tommy..
Windy Fulford Smith
September 29, 2011
May GOD keep you in his firm grasp in your time of need. He knows your pain however, feel comofrt in knowing Tommy will no longer feel pain and looks down on your family daily. He fought it long and hard and now he is able to rest without pain. You will be in our thoughts in this time of sorrow.
Nancy Fanzlaw
September 29, 2011
Julya, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and Luke are in my prayers.
Don Wimberly
September 28, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss, Karen and family. ETERNAL REST, GRANT HIM O'LORD, AMEN.
Janet Fowler
September 28, 2011
Beth and family, so sorry to read of your brothers passing.
Know that we are thinking of you.
Don & Evelyn Daniel
September 28, 2011
Don and I were so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Know that our prayers, thoughts and love are with you at this sorrowful time.
Bobby & Pat Savage
September 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rita Bennett
September 27, 2011
May you find comfort through God's love and care. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. When I think back, I can remember the time when I was Tommy's baby sitter. Those were special times and I will always remember him for the wonderful sweet child he was and I'm proud of the man he became.
Wendy Weinsheimer (Chester)
September 27, 2011
May your memories with Tommy give you strength and peace. His smile could light up the world and was contagious to all. He showed all of us what brave really is--right up until God delivered him from his pain and suffering. Now we pray for God to wrap you all up in his love and comfort. Love to all of you.
September 27, 2011
Zeke and I want to extend our heartfelt and deep sorrow to each member of Tommy's loving family at his passing.
Praying that beautiful memories of him will sustain you in these hours of loss now and for the months ahead.
God bless you all. Betty Jo Philips
Martha Varney
September 27, 2011
Very sorry to hear that Tommy has passed from us. Happy to know he no longer suffers the woes of this world.
I am sorry I missed the gatherings in his name.
Martha
Larry torino
September 27, 2011
to julya & family, so disheartened to hear of tommy's passing. you wonder if there is a fair playing field, nonetheless, faith must endure. something good will come from this.
i remember a fine young boy, an even better young man, always so respectfull to me and
family. this did not change as an adult.
our loss is heaven's gain. god bless to you, luke and family
respectfully
larry torino
Glenda and Jimmy Jones
September 27, 2011
There are no words to let you all know how we feel. Just know that Tommy was a special young man with that sparkling smile every time you saw him. He will be missed terribly.
Willia,Lois Revels
September 27, 2011
We will never forget the BIG smile and the strength you showed us Tommy . Growing up you were the one that was always going to do the right thing no matter what.Thanks for the inspiration. Gods speed my friend.....
Chris & Edie Touchet
September 27, 2011
We are truly broken hearted over your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tommy was a great man and everyone who knew him was better off for it. His legacy of love, strength, courage and determination will live on in the lives of those he touched. Take comfort in knowing that when someone touches our life for good, it is not diminished by time or distance. We pray that the Heavenly Father will wrap you in His arms and hold you to Him and give you peace. May you feel the Lord's great love and comfort for you now, and in the many years to come. From our hearts to yours, God bless. Lovingly,
Chris & Edie Touchet
Duke Rountree
September 27, 2011
A guy who always had a smile on his face and a kind word or more to say! Thoughts and prayers to Tommy's family.
September 27, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Tommy. My heart knows your pain but know that he is in Heaven and no longer in pain. Kay (Whitaker) Johnson
Mickey Dunn
September 27, 2011
Only the GOOD DIE YOUNG!
Love you
Kim Reilly (Baratko)
September 27, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Curtis and Shalon Buchs
September 27, 2011
Our hearts are filled with sorrow and grief. Our minds are filled with fond memories. Tommy will be dearly missed by many. Julya, Luke and the rest of the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Melody Powell-Mosher
September 27, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Marisa Gates
September 27, 2011
Julya, My thoughts are prayers are with you, Luke and your entire families. May God comfort you and keep you in His loving embrace.
Esther Smith Kugler
September 27, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Larry & Leslie (Pauley, Dalton)
September 27, 2011
Tommy's strength, courage and determination was an unbelievable inspiration to all who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his many family and friends. Love and prayers to all the hearts which are hurting right now.
Pam (Williamson) Sanders
September 27, 2011
His good fight is over, and he fought so hard. Now it is time to rest in the arms of Jesus. So long, friend. We'll see you again.
George Sheppard
September 27, 2011
Your strenght and caring for others will always be in my mind. The support you showed and love for your family and friends will be what is remembered. We will all miss you Tommy.
Bill and Vera Getsee
September 27, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Amy Provost
September 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you always remember the memories and Tommy's strengh.
Amy Provost
CINDY (Acker) Powell
September 27, 2011
You are all in Our thoughts and Prayers,May Your days ahead be filled with alot of good memories.
Sally Rogers
September 27, 2011
I am so sorry to read this, my thoughts and prayers are with your family. I was Tommy's kindergarten teacher .
Kathy Borden
September 27, 2011
a Bright shining light has gone to the Lord to shine from Heaven. I will always have you in my heart. I love you Tommy.
your Sister Kathy
Lowell & Vivian Slider
September 27, 2011
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May your heart be filled with
warm thoughts and treasured memories.
Kim Sims
September 27, 2011
You will be greatly missed my beloved cousin.....RIP
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