Billy Ray Sims, Jr., age 59 of Clinton, passed away Monday, September 18, 2023 at his brother’s home. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Pape Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the service time Saturday at the funeral home. The family encourages casual dress.
Billy was born in Princeton, IL on October 18, 1963, the son of Billy Ray and Martha (Crery) Sims, Sr. He graduated from Tiskilwa High School. Billy married Debra Crone on January 3, 1986 in Princeton, IL. He later married Cindy Snodgrass on July 2, 2009 in Clinton. Billy had worked as an ironworker at ADM and later through Ironworkers Union Local 111, Rock Island, IL. He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandkids, hunting, and fishing. He loved tinkering with motors and was an expert on small engine repairs. He followed the Chicago Bears and Cubs.
Billy is survived by his wife, Cindy; 5 children, Jenny (Trent) Williamson of Clinton, Joseph Sims of Clinton, Michael (Kelly Summer) Whitlock of DeWitt, Austin (Andrea) Sims of Clinton, and Tiffany Sims of Clinton; 12 grandchildren and with a granddaughter one on the way in January; and his brother, Mike Sims of Clinton. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and his dog, Hope. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.