Karlis Joel Simms
1964-2018
It is with sadness that the family of Karlis Simms announces
his death at Hospice House in Fredericton, NB, on Sunday, December
2nd, 2018 at the age of 54. Born in Digby, NS,
on July 16th, 1964, he was the son of the late
Vernon and Guida (Cromwell) Simms.
Karlis leaves behind his estranged wife, Heather Lucas-Simms;
son, Shaun Lucas; daughters, Karlisa (Ryan Towill) Simms and Alicia
Miller; grandchildren, Keanna, Tatyana, Harlem, Ezekiel, Tahliya, and
Shakur; brothers, Vernon Simms Jr. (Valerie), Ernest Simms,
and Perry Simms (Glynnis); sisters, Maylene Ramore and Martina McGrath
(Allan); as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In
addition to his parents, Vernon and Guida, Karlis was predeceased by
his brother, Aldean Simms.
Karlis was a chef by trade and the world’s greatest
lover of seafood. He enjoyed cooking for his friends and family and
was famous for his seafood chowder. He was a die hard Boston fan (to
the dismay of his sister, a Toronto fan), loved singing like he was on
stage and loved the ladies. His family will remember him for his great
sense of humour and big heart. He was generous and would give you his
last dime if you needed it. He loved his children and his
grandchildren and his nieces and nephews adored their cool, funny
uncle who was like a best friend to them. He will be sadly
missed.
There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held
from Jayne’s Funeral Home, 7 Birch St., Digby, NS, on
Friday, December 7th, 2018, at 11:00 am with
Pastor Theresa Character officiating. Interment will take
place in Maplewood Cemetery at a later date. For those who wish,
donations in Karlis’ memory can be made to the Heart and
Stroke Foundation.
www.oromoctofh.com
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Karlis Joel Simms 19642018..
Décès pour la Ville: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick