Daniel Jefferson Sims Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Daniel Jefferson Sims of Gallatin, Missouri, whose life came to an end on August 5, 2025 at the age of 78, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Daniel Thomas and Ida Mae Sims (Clutter); and his brother Stanley Sims. He is survived by: his wife Shelly Morris Dunkin; his children, Zack Sims of Lathrop, MO, Tylor Sims (Connie) of Lathrop, MO, Dawn Ezzell (Zack) of St. Joseph, MO, Daniel Dunkin (Lisa) of Trenton, MO, Melissa Pardun (Richard) of Dallas, TX and Tara Freeman (Aaron) of Columbia, MO; and his siblings, Karen Owens of Trenton, MO, Randy Sims (Tracy) of Winston, MO and Sandy Meek of Jamesport, MO. He is also survived by sixteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Friday, August 8th 2025 at 1:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Stith Funeral Home - Gallatin (1329 W Grand St, Gallatin, MO 64640). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Lake Viking Church (18842 Otter Ave, Gallatin, MO 64640).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Lake Viking Church in care of the funeral home.
