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Michael Sims Obituary

Sims, Michael W. 36, Telecommunication Engineer for Lucent Technologies and one with a keen sense of duty and service to humanity, passed away on Friday, March 8th. While home at dinner with wife and 18 month old daughter, he had on acute respiratory attack and collapsed, rushed to Jackson Park Hospital, where he died of heart failure. Michael grew up in the South Shore Community, graduated from Lindblom High School and attended Southern Illinois University. He was always a happy and a real person. He was a role model to other young men. Michael is survived by his wife, Rosalyn, 18 month old daughter, Meiya, his parents, Rev. Wallace and Beatrice Sims, three sisters, Sharon Cobbins, Karen Harris and Tasha Thomas. Visitation will be at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 14, with services to follow at 7 p.m., at Salem Baptist Church, 11800 S. Indiana Ave. Burial will be in Lincoln Cemetery, Blue Island. Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 13, 2002.

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Sharon Cobbins

March 23, 2002

A part of me will always be empty. Micahel was a great brother and I loved him dearly. I will miss his words "give me a hug!" As his oldest sister, I knew him all of his 36 yrs. Michael will always be with me and I can rejoice in knowing I will see him on the other side. Rest in peace my sweet brother.



Love Your Big Sister,

Sharon

March 23, 2002

As days pass, I often wonder if Michael memory will go. No is the answer, because he lives inside our soles!

Stephanie Taylor

March 16, 2002

To The Sims Family, Michael was a dear and close friend to me.When I needed to vent, he was always listening and offering the best advice. He encouraged me to continue my education.I noticed he was "True-Blue". I will remember Michael for his honesty, wisdom, kind gestures, reminding me that there is light at the end of the tunnel and his wonderful smile! May Peace be with you Michael.

LaDale Reynolds

March 15, 2002

To the sims family:



My deepest prayers go out to your entire family . In michael I lost my best friend , my brother . He was godfather to my twins and my children called him uncle michael . I share you pain and you are all in my prayers .





sincerly LaDale L. Reynolds

Vertner Oden, Jr

March 14, 2002

To the Sims Family :

Michael will be missed dearly,I feel some of the pressures that your family feels. Ifeel as though I've lost my brother also . May your family stay strong together and keep faith .

I'm praying for you and with you.



Love,

Vert

Robert Serwatka

March 13, 2002

To the family May God bless you and watch over you. Mike we here at Verizon Wireless are going to miss your smile,wit and great work. Your a great guy and I feel privileged working with you. May God keep you safe.

Rose Colvin

March 13, 2002

To the Sims Family. I am praying that God will give you the strength to make it through this very hard time. May God bless you and keep you.

brian castelino

March 13, 2002

I work for Verizon Wireless, and Mike was really great to work with. He was always three to help when any situation arose, and always had a caring personality. Mike you will be missed. Watch over us all.

Audra Morrissette

March 13, 2002

Micahel will be greatly missed. I thank God for his life and how he touched so many people. He always made himself available if you needed him. He was everyone's groomsmen of choice! Till we meet again..

Love,

Audra!!

Robert Laub

March 13, 2002

Please accept my condolences on the passing of Michael. He was a great person to work with and an excellent person to be around.

Connie Johnson

March 13, 2002

To the Sims family, I'm sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all and give you the strength you will need. Salem Member , Connie Johnson

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