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Jerry Dean Johnson
October 21, 2017
I am so sorry for your lost.You have my prayers and sympathy. Ms Simms was my Teacher at SU also. She was a great instructor. God will give you peace which passeth all understanding.
Emma Henderson
October 17, 2017
I am so sadden by her passing.A very gifted woman and friend I will never forget.
Maurice Cary
October 17, 2017
It breaks my heart to learn of the passing of Dr. Sims, knowing I missed the chance to thank her for impacting my life in the significant way she did. In my memory she is "Ms Sims": my freshman History teacher at SU in 1973. She did nothing less than give me confidence in my intelligence; give me much needed self-esteem and belief in myself that became the foundation for a career including a B.S., 2 doctorates, board certification, relocating to Europe and becoming a globally recognized expert/consultant. "Ms Sims" said I had an analytical mind when I did not know what the word meant! I will be eternally thankful to you Dr. Sims for your invaluable contribution to my life. God bless your soul.
Megan Edwards
October 13, 2017
Dr. Simms you will be greatly missed. You were a black feminist by definition but definitely a historian. You made us proud to be black at all times. I still remember many of your stories and anecdotes.
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April Stewart
October 11, 2017
I am honored and blessed to have known Dr. Simms. She was a great professor at Southern University. She was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss her. My condolences goes out to her family.
October 11, 2017
It is truly an honor to have taken one of your history classes many years ago. R.I.H!!!
La Rhonda Yokum-Guidry
October 10, 2017
Dr. Simms was my History professor at Southern. She was well respected. A very knowledgeable instructor who took her job serious and stayed on top of her students. To this day I don't allow anyone to walk in front of me while I'm speaking. She would let her students have when they came in late and walked pass her while she was engaged in a conversation. Rest easy Dr. Simms.
Delilah McManus
October 10, 2017
I was a student of Ms. Simms at Scotlandville High school. When the class of 1967 graduated and many of us went to Southern University, Ms. Simms went with us. There she was able to share life and history with so many other students from around the country. She was a fine teacher and will be remembered. To Ms. Geraldine, my mother sends her personal condolences.
Bertran Spurlock
October 10, 2017
I will always cherish my memories of being among the top students, along with Ruby Jean, of the first class to graduate from Scotlandville High School. We all loved the competition among each other and always endeavored to be the best at any task we attempted. Excellence was our goal and I believe Ruby Jean stayed focused on that goal. May your hearts also be filled with cherished memories as you celebrate a life well lived.
Hosea Pate
October 10, 2017
Dr. Simms was truly a pioneer and civil rights activist in the Scotlandville community. While teaching, she told us many historical moments that took place right there on Scotland Ave. during the Civil Rights movement. She will be greatly missed by many. My condolences go out to the family.
Paula Whitmore
October 9, 2017
With deepest sympathy, may the peace og God comfort and keep you and the family.
Love,
Paula Mack Whitmore and Family
Cathy Thomas Davis
October 9, 2017
My deepest condolences to Mr. Louis Simms and family during the loss of your sister.
Louis Simms neighbor,
Marian R. King
October 9, 2017
With deepest sympathy.
October 9, 2017
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Geraldine Simms and family.Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. You are in our prayers.
Mary Hudson
Zachary, Louisiana
Janea Jamison
October 9, 2017
Dr. Simms was my very first professor at Southern University! She provided me with life long memories and advice. She will be sadly missed. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends.
Love,
Janea Jamison
Jeanette Purvis
October 9, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Ruby Jean's passing.Good friend, good person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ret.MSG and Jeanette Hardesty Purvis
Emily L. Maten
October 9, 2017
Dr. Simms will be surely miss at Southern University great teacher and friend.Prayers for the family
October 9, 2017
To the family of Dr. Ruby Jean Simms,
She was one of the greatest professors at Southern University. I took her History class. She was AWESOME. I am so sorry for your loss. She will always be remembered. Love and Prayers to all of you.
Brenda Brown Dahmer
Class of 1991
Southern University
Earnisteen Spencer
October 9, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family of Ruby Jean Simms.
Colleague Earnisteen Spencer.
EDDIE &ORA DEAN LEE
October 9, 2017
To the Simm's family god has her now and she will be taking care of..The Lee Family
will be taking care of..
October 9, 2017
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Andra Chaney
October 9, 2017
Dr. Simms was a wonderful professor. My condolences to her family and friends.
Char
October 9, 2017
TO THE FAMILY;
I'm sorry for your loss. May your hearts
find comfort in fond memories and GOD'S
beautiful promise for the future. JOHN
6:40.
Louise and James Manogin
October 9, 2017
With sincere and heart-felt sympathy to the Simms family. Our prayers are with you. May you find comfort in knowing that your loved one is resting in the arms of her maker, Jesus Christ. She can't come back to you but you can keep the Faith while preparing to meet her again.
Melleretha Moses-Johnson
October 8, 2017
On behalf of the Moses family, please accept my sincere condolences to the family of Ruby Jean Simms.
Rebecca Wade Shelmire
October 8, 2017
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the family. My name is Rebecca Wade Shelmire and Ruby and I were friends and classmates at Scotlandville.
Donna Robertson
October 8, 2017
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