Sims, Dempsey Wagnon Jr
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In Remembrance of

Dempsey Sims Jr.
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Rose Spray

Dempsey Wagnon Sims, Jr., 90, of East Afton, Texas, passed away from this life on August 4, 2015 after battling a series of illnesses.

Dempsey was born in Afton on February 23rd, 1925 and was a lifelong resident of Dickens County. Active in local civic affairs, Dempsey was a County Election Judge for over 40 years. He served as an officer with the Afton Cemetery Association for over 40 years. Dempsey was a Veteran who served his country during World War II. A farmer and a rancher by occupation, Dempsey enjoyed raising crops, cattle, and dogs. He loved the company of others, and was always ready to help a neighbor or friend when he could.

Dempsey is preceded in death by his parents: Dempsey Sims, Sr. and Emma Jennie Sims. He is survived by his brother; Bud Sims and wife Jo Ella of Harrah, OK; two nephews; Brett Sim s and wife Louise of East Afton, Texas; Mike Sims of Springfield, VA; two great-nephews, Aaron Sims and wife Jessica of Weatherford, TX; Brandon Sims and wife Yvonne of Nashville, TN; two great-great nephews; and a great-great niece.

Visitation will be held from 4pm-6pm on Friday, August 7, 2015 at Adams Funeral Home in Crosbyton. Graveside services will be held at 10am on Saturday, August 8 at Afton Cemetery in Afton, TX under the care of Adams Funeral Home of Crosbyton.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Afton Cemetery Association or a charity of your choice.





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