Sims, Jerry, of Eolia, Missouri, died on Friday, April 8, 2011 at the age of 69. Loving husband of the late Carolyn Sims; beloved son of the late Cletus and Bertha Sims; devoted father of Greg (Linda) Sims and Jeff (Tara) Sims; treasured grandfather of Shawn, Sara, Taylor, and Madison Sims; dear brother of Dale, Joyce and Brenda; beloved uncle, cousin, brother-in-law and friend to many. Jerry is preceded in death by his step-grandson, Ryan Carter.