Vanessa Elaine Simms Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 27, 2025, at the age of 52, Vanessa Elaine Simms (Kokomo, Indiana), born in San Antonio, Texas passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She is survived by: her husband Terry Simms; her children, Shylah Marie Simms, Brianna Nicole Brittell, Josiah Simms and Joshua Simms; her parents, Dorothy Marie Cochran and Postelle Cochran; and her siblings, Cynthia Caldwell, Craig Cochran, Tanya Stalker, Reuben Cochran and Eric Cochran. She is also survived by nieces, nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Vanessa's preferred organization - her beloved former School, Gospel of Grace Christian School.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Laird Funeral Home

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Sat

May 10

Visitation

Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church
1599 E Sycamore St, Kokomo, IN 46907

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May 10

Funeral service

Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church
1599 E Sycamore St, Kokomo, IN 46907

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May 12

Burial

Marion National Cemetery
1700 E 38th St, Marion, IN 46953

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