Russell David Sims, 76, of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 14, 2020, at his residence.
He was born June 26, 1944, in Big Rapids, the son of George and Arvella Irene (Mason) Sims, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1964. For 20 years Russ was a custodian for Big Rapids Public Schools, and later owned and operated Telephones Unlimited for many years before retiring.
Russ is survived by his sister Laurie La Rue of Superior WI; 3 brothers, Robert Sims of FL, James (Monica) Sims of Green Bay, WI, and Patrick Sims of Big Rapids; sister-in-law Judy Sims of Big Rapids; brother-in-law Joe Rademacher; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Lola.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Sue Rademacher and Rose Terry, and brothers Ronald and Michael Sims.
Family services will be in the Ashton Cemetery, where Russ’s remains will be laid to rest near his parents.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made for ARC of Mecosta County, 18400 220th Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307.
Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
He was born June 26, 1944, in Big Rapids, the son of George and Arvella Irene (Mason) Sims, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1964. For 20 years Russ was a custodian for Big Rapids Public Schools, and later owned and operated Telephones Unlimited for many years before retiring.
Russ is survived by his sister Laurie La Rue of Superior WI; 3 brothers, Robert Sims of FL, James (Monica) Sims of Green Bay, WI, and Patrick Sims of Big Rapids; sister-in-law Judy Sims of Big Rapids; brother-in-law Joe Rademacher; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Lola.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Sue Rademacher and Rose Terry, and brothers Ronald and Michael Sims.
Family services will be in the Ashton Cemetery, where Russ’s remains will be laid to rest near his parents.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made for ARC of Mecosta County, 18400 220th Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307.
Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
Russell David Sims, 76, of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 14, 2020, at his residence.
He was born June 26, 1944, in Big Rapids, the son of George and Arvella Irene (Mason) Sims, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1964. For 20 years Russ was a custodian for Big Rapids Public Schools, and later owned and operated Telephones Unlimited for many years before retiring.
Russ is survived by his sister Laurie La Rue of Superior WI; 3 brothers, Robert Sims of FL, James (Monica) Sims of Green Bay, WI, and Patrick Sims of Big Rapids; sister-in-law Judy Sims of Big Rapids; brother-in-law Joe Rademacher; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Lola.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Sue Rademacher and Rose Terry, and brothers Ronald and Michael Sims.
Family services will be in the Ashton Cemetery, where Russ’s remains will be laid to rest near his parents.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made for ARC of Mecosta County, 18400 220th Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307.
Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
He was born June 26, 1944, in Big Rapids, the son of George and Arvella Irene (Mason) Sims, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1964. For 20 years Russ was a custodian for Big Rapids Public Schools, and later owned and operated Telephones Unlimited for many years before retiring.
Russ is survived by his sister Laurie La Rue of Superior WI; 3 brothers, Robert Sims of FL, James (Monica) Sims of Green Bay, WI, and Patrick Sims of Big Rapids; sister-in-law Judy Sims of Big Rapids; brother-in-law Joe Rademacher; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Lola.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Sue Rademacher and Rose Terry, and brothers Ronald and Michael Sims.
Family services will be in the Ashton Cemetery, where Russ’s remains will be laid to rest near his parents.
Memorial contributions in his name may be made for ARC of Mecosta County, 18400 220th Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307.
Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
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