Submitted by: Dan Rich

 

John David Sims

Sept. 29, 1969 - Feb. 13, 2007

 

South Bend Tribune 2/23/2007
MISHAWAKA - John David Sims, 37, of Mishawaka, passed away in his residence on February 13. John was born on September 29, 1969, in Mishawaka, as the son of Joseph P. and Virginia (Daniel) Sims, who was preceded in death by his parents. Surviving John are a sister, Suzanne Marie Sims of Fort Wayne; two brothers, Joseph Paul Sims of Mishawaka and James Gerald "Jerry" Sims of South Bend; two half brothers, Ken and Robbie Avants of Jefferson, Arkansas; six nieces and nephews, and eight great-nieces and nephews.

 

John was a graduate of Mishawaka High School where he was on the swim team, diving team and was a member of the marching band. He was an IU basketball fan and a Dodger's fan. John was a great-uncle to all of his nieces and nephews.

 

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior on Saturday, February 24, in the Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka, with Rev. Erv Mize officiating.