Darrin Lamonte Sims

Darrin Lamonte Sims, Sr. was born on February 16, 1966 in Saint Louis, Missouri. He was the only child born to his parents Anzoll Sims and Rosalind Baxter. While attending Normandy High School, he played Junior Varsity and Varsity for the Vikings before graduating in 1984. He accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Darrin joined the United States Army in 1986. Shortly after joining, he married Stephanie Canterberry. His tour of duty included service overseas in Munich, Germany. Darrin received a Good Conduct Medal, Expert Marksmanship badge and several service medals. Darrin was Honorably Discharged on December 20, 1989. After returning home, Darrin began working at Ameren UE and started a thirty year career. He received his Journeymen’s Certification as a Meter Reader among other awards and accolades. Darrin and Stephanie’s marriage in 1986 resulted in two children, Darrin Jr. and Sydney Nicole. They soon parted ways but remained friends. Darrin met Kim Wright and they were married in April 2015. Through this marriage, Darrin gained four step children, Carcea, Christian, Alexander and Michael. Darrin, Sr. was loving, kind, mild mannered, soft spoken, humorous and very supportive to anyone. He enjoyed movies and loved to travel. He was known for always driving big trucks and his love for good music, specifically Motown classics. He loved his family and never missed a family event. He was a history buff and enjoyed sharing knowledge especially about current events and war trivia with whoever would listen. Darrin, Sr. passed away on August 26, 2021 at Christian Northeast Hospital. His wife, children, mother and siblings were there to say goodbye as he transitioned. Darrin, Sr. leaves to mourn and cherish his memories: His loving and devoted wife ~ Kim; his son ~ Darrin, Jr (Chauncey); his daughter ~ Sydney; his mother Rosalind; His siblings ~ Mark, Denise and Karen; his step children ~ Carcea, Christian, Alexander and Michael; his grandchild ~ Emmett, Zora; step grandchildren ~ Michael, Alexander, Markell and Aurora; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and additional family and friends who will miss his love and support.

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Darrin Lamonte Sims

February 26, 1966 - August 26, 2021