Brett Sims

It is with great sorrow that the family of Brett Allen Sims announces his death on October 21, 2022, in San Antonio Texas.

He is survived by his wife Stacy, and daughters Ava, Elle, and Lillian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wight and Lillian Sims, sister, Linda Sims, and spouse Linda Jane Giordano.

Brett was born in Oakley, Kansas on October 29, 1965, to Wight and Lillian Sims. He grew up on the family farm north of Oakley and attended Oakley Schools, graduating from Oakley High School in 1984. He loved playing sports at OHS, but basketball was his favorite. Brett attended Kansas State University, earning an engineering degree.

Brett has lived and worked in Texas since 2000. He married Stacy Guthrie on August 10, 2014. They had made their home in Blanco, Texas since 2020. Brett was a proud “Girl Dad” and was an active presence in the lives of his three daughters coaching them in softball, basketball, and the art of living. Brett was a beloved father, husband, and brother. His cheerful, openhearted presence was felt by everyone where he worked and played. Brett will be greatly missed.

A Celebration of Life is planned for November 12, 2022, in Blanco Texas. Memorial contributions to honor Brett may be made to the Oakley Public Library, by mail at 700 West 3rd, Oakley, KS 67748 or online at https://ksoakleylibrary.org (click on KanPay Counter and select donation from the Transaction Item dropdown menu).