Ron Sims Obituary

Age - 60

September 10, 2023

Leesburg, FL

"Ron Sims, 60, passed on Sept. 4, 2023 after a 2 yr. battle with an anoxic brain injury due to a heart attack suffered in Nov. of 2021. He was born in Amarillo, TX and grew up in Odessa, TX. Leesburg was his home for the last 40 years. Ron was a master carpenter. He never failed to point out to anyone the many churches, libraries, colleges and houses he had built or worked on, proudly leaving his special mark on each. His last job and family were tending to the old and new buildings for Beyers Funeral Homes and The Orange Blossom Opry. Ron was an avid rock, fossil, and shell hound and all vacations included a destination to search. Casey Key's sharks' teeth were always a favorite. He also loved music and football, especially His Cowboys, Gators, and Bucs. Ron is survived by his wife of 26 yrs. : Jacque Kimble, Son: Nick Sims of Leesburg, FL, Sisters: Suzanne Clements (Dickie) of Runaway Bay, Tx; Jamie Holmes (Shawn) of Odessa, TX; Alecia Myrick of Odessa, TX; and Kaylee Cochran (Chase) of Midland, TX. Preceded in death by Mother: Sandra Mingyon Key and Father: Robert Louis Sims. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his name to: * St. Paul Catholic Church, 1330 Sunshine Ave. Leesburg, FL 34748 or, * Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital-University Campus 3599 Univ. Blvd. S. Jacksonville, Fl 32216 OR * A charity of your choice. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023 at 8:30 a. m. at St. Paul Catholic Church. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home, Leesburg, FL"

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