Gerald Sims's obituary , Passed away on November 26, 2025 in Granite City, Illinois

Gerald Sims

July 23, 1952 - November 26, 2025 (73 years old)

Granite City, Illinois

Gerald Sims's obituary , Passed away on November 26, 2025 in Granite City, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elias Kallal & Schaaf Funeral

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Gerald Sims

July 23, 1952 - November 26, 2025 (73 years old)

Granite City, Illinois

Gerald Sims Obituary

We are sad to announce that on November 26, 2025, at the age of 73, Gerald Sims of Granite City, Illinois, born in Eldorado, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Sims to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Gerald find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Billy Ray Sims of Alton and Dorothy Jean Sims (Monday) of Alton. He is survived by: his siblings, Wendell J. Sims (Gail) and Janet S. Siria; his siblings' children, Rhonda J. Soest (Edward) and Kevin R. Scifres (Christina); and his friend Donald Stumpe. He is also survived by relatives, friends.

A celebration of life was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Alton Wood River Sportman's Club (3109 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035).

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Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elias Kallal & Schaaf Funeral



Mon

Dec 08

Celebration of life

Alton Wood River Sportman's Club
3109 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL 62035

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