Brenda Sims (Yancey), age 72, put on her crown July 11, 2022. She was born in Akron, Ohio on April 20, 1950, to Charles and Leola Yancey. She was the youngest sibling of 6 children. Brenda was a graduate of Central High School class of 1968. She married the love of her life, Joe Sims,Continue Reading
Brenda Sims (Yancey), age 72, put on her crown July 11, 2022. She was born in Akron, Ohio on April 20, 1950, to Charles and Leola Yancey. She was the youngest sibling of 6 children. Brenda was a graduate of Central High School class of 1968. She married the love of her life, Joe Sims, and they were a union for almost 48 years. She retired from First Merit Bank after 36 years of dedicated service.
Brenda was a member of The Livingstone Baptist Church of Barberton, Ohio. Brenda was anchored in the Lord at a very young age and “lived out loud” Psalm 150:6, “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord”
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Leola Yancey, and brother, Jerry Haynes; father-in-law, Andrew Sims; mother-in-law, Earlean Sims; stepmother-in-law, Ruth Sims; brothers-in-law, Henry Sims, Timothy Sims, and Anthony Sims; and cousin-in-law, Catherine Huffman.
She is survived by her loving husband, Joe Sims; son, Justin (Michelle) Sims, one granddaughter, Leila Sims; brothers, Duane Charles Yancey and Gilbert Yancey; sisters, Marlene Evans and Marilyn Mullins, all of Akron; brothers-in-law, Lee Sims of Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Charles Sims of Bloomington, Minnesota, Zettie Sims of Canton, Ohio, Richard (Sandee) Sims of Green Bay, Wisconsin; sister-in-law, Audrey Sims of Barberton, Ohio; special niece, Towanda Mullins (Gregory); Special friends, Dolores Golson, Wanda Hicks, Ida Kames, Mary Law and Helen Owens; as well as a host of family members including uncles-in-law, aunts-in-law, nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Sherry Meddley
left a message on July 29, 2022:
Brenda was an amazing person. I am happy that I had the joy of being in her presence.
Helen Owens
left a message on July 20, 2022:
Condolences to the bereaved family. My tears are flowing for my best friend, a great girl. It has been a pleasure for having Brenda as a friend for over 40 years. We have cried together and laughed together. She was always there when you needed her, and in return I was always there for her . I can remember when she would call me and request some of my banana pudding when I made it. She would always say just a little bit, but it was always more. I will really miss my friend and our daily phone calls. God rest her soul in peace.
Ruby Cheatham
left a message on July 18, 2022:
Dear Joe,
I am profoundly sorry that Brenda had to leave us. However, it was my pleasure knowing her. Please, know that I am praying for peace for you and the rest of the family as you go through this most difficult time.
Love,
Ruby Cheatham
Min. Loretta Rice Thomas
left a message on July 18, 2022:
I am truly saddened for your lost. I grew up with the Yancey family, Brenda was always kind to everyone; she will be missed. I will keep your family in prayer and thank God that He brought this woman of God in my life. Love and peace fir the days to come; God bless this family!
Lillian Lee Carroll
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Condolences to the Sims family for your lost. Our families have known each other since childhood and Shiloh Baptist Church. Breads was a beautiful and loving individual. Family be blessed always??????
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Janet Pera
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Brenda Yancey Sims from her classmates at Akron Central High School, Class of 1968. You are remembered and you are missed. Rest in Peace, dear Brenda.
Pam Ferguson
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Brenda was a dear friend. I worked with her at First Merit. She was always full of love and laughter. She will be missed
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
In memory of Mrs. Brenda Irene Sims, Pamela Woodruff lit a candle
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
My prayers and love to the Sims family. I met Brenda Irene Sims at First National Bank of Akron on Bailey Road Operation Center.. She was so kind caring and honest loving person. YES, she had a strong faith. We went to plays together and went out to lunch during work.. We became friends but loss touch after she retired. I promising to call her. She is like one of those special wonderful people you rarely met in life. I can't believe she gone. We will meet again some day.
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
My prayers and love to the Sims family. I met Brenda Irene Sims at First National Bank of Akron on Bailey Road Operation Center.. She was so kind caring and honest loving person. YES, she had a strong faith. We went to plays together and went out to lunch during work.. We became friends but loss touch after she retired. I promising to call her. She is like one of those special wonderful people you rarely met in life. I can't believe she gone. We will meet again some day.
Kerry from Farmer Boy.
left a message on July 16, 2022:
such a beautiful lady, just like Early Morning.
Sending love and prayers.
Stephanie Reid-Taylor
left a message on July 16, 2022:
In memory of Mrs. Brenda Irene Sims, Stephanie Reid-Taylor lit a candle
Stephanie Reid-Taylor
left a message on July 16, 2022:
To the family, my condolences. Brenda was my supervisor in the account information department at First Merit (First National Bank) many years ago and we stayed in touch after I moved to Columbus for a while. Very sweet, down to earth and professional. Rest In Peace.
Lynn Patti
left a message on July 16, 2022:
I’m so sorry to see that Brenda has passed. We worked together at FirstMerit Bank and Brenda was great to work with. Always cheerful, kind, and helpful. My condolences to her family. May she Rest In Peace.
Wanda Hicks
left a message on July 16, 2022:
My Prayers to Joe,Justin and family,We are so heartbroken..Brenda and I had so many memories..She was always there for me for happy times and sad times like losing my parents,my breast cancer and John's stroke..Brenda alway said we had to "network" to share our knowledge..She said men did not understand that we weren't just talking..I will miss our Bob Evans breakfasts,we went there the other day and it brought tears to my eyes..Oh we loved her so much,as many did and will miss her forever until we met with her again..Looking back at my texts with her,she had a strong faith and tried to be so positive..What a beautiful person she was❤️
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Sherry Meddley
left a message on July 29, 2022:
Brenda was an amazing person. I am happy that I had the joy of being in her presence.
Helen Owens
left a message on July 20, 2022:
Condolences to the bereaved family. My tears are flowing for my best friend, a great girl. It has been a pleasure for having Brenda as a friend for over 40 years. We have cried together and laughed together. She was always there when you needed her, and in return I was always there for her . I can remember when she would call me and request some of my banana pudding when I made it. She would always say just a little bit, but it was always more. I will really miss my friend and our daily phone calls. God rest her soul in peace.
Ruby Cheatham
left a message on July 18, 2022:
Dear Joe,
I am profoundly sorry that Brenda had to leave us. However, it was my pleasure knowing her. Please, know that I am praying for peace for you and the rest of the family as you go through this most difficult time.
Love,
Ruby Cheatham
Min. Loretta Rice Thomas
left a message on July 18, 2022:
I am truly saddened for your lost. I grew up with the Yancey family, Brenda was always kind to everyone; she will be missed. I will keep your family in prayer and thank God that He brought this woman of God in my life. Love and peace fir the days to come; God bless this family!
Lillian Lee Carroll
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Condolences to the Sims family for your lost. Our families have known each other since childhood and Shiloh Baptist Church. Breads was a beautiful and loving individual. Family be blessed always??????
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Janet Pera
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Brenda Yancey Sims from her classmates at Akron Central High School, Class of 1968. You are remembered and you are missed. Rest in Peace, dear Brenda.
Pam Ferguson
left a message on July 17, 2022:
Brenda was a dear friend. I worked with her at First Merit. She was always full of love and laughter. She will be missed
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
In memory of Mrs. Brenda Irene Sims, Pamela Woodruff lit a candle
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
My prayers and love to the Sims family. I met Brenda Irene Sims at First National Bank of Akron on Bailey Road Operation Center.. She was so kind caring and honest loving person. YES, she had a strong faith. We went to plays together and went out to lunch during work.. We became friends but loss touch after she retired. I promising to call her. She is like one of those special wonderful people you rarely met in life. I can't believe she gone. We will meet again some day.
Pamela Woodruff
left a message on July 17, 2022:
My prayers and love to the Sims family. I met Brenda Irene Sims at First National Bank of Akron on Bailey Road Operation Center.. She was so kind caring and honest loving person. YES, she had a strong faith. We went to plays together and went out to lunch during work.. We became friends but loss touch after she retired. I promising to call her. She is like one of those special wonderful people you rarely met in life. I can't believe she gone. We will meet again some day.
Kerry from Farmer Boy.
left a message on July 16, 2022:
such a beautiful lady, just like Early Morning.
Sending love and prayers.
Stephanie Reid-Taylor
left a message on July 16, 2022:
In memory of Mrs. Brenda Irene Sims, Stephanie Reid-Taylor lit a candle
Stephanie Reid-Taylor
left a message on July 16, 2022:
To the family, my condolences. Brenda was my supervisor in the account information department at First Merit (First National Bank) many years ago and we stayed in touch after I moved to Columbus for a while. Very sweet, down to earth and professional. Rest In Peace.
Lynn Patti
left a message on July 16, 2022:
I’m so sorry to see that Brenda has passed. We worked together at FirstMerit Bank and Brenda was great to work with. Always cheerful, kind, and helpful. My condolences to her family. May she Rest In Peace.
Wanda Hicks
left a message on July 16, 2022:
My Prayers to Joe,Justin and family,We are so heartbroken..Brenda and I had so many memories..She was always there for me for happy times and sad times like losing my parents,my breast cancer and John's stroke..Brenda alway said we had to "network" to share our knowledge..She said men did not understand that we weren't just talking..I will miss our Bob Evans breakfasts,we went there the other day and it brought tears to my eyes..Oh we loved her so much,as many did and will miss her forever until we met with her again..Looking back at my texts with her,she had a strong faith and tried to be so positive..What a beautiful person she was❤️
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