Jerry Tillman Sims' Obituary
Jerry Tillman Sims, 79, of Jackson, TN passed away March 23,2026 at his home. He was born on February 1,1947 in Martin, TN to the late Ray and Odell Tillman Sims. Jerry attended both University of Tennessee in Martin and Knoxville where he earned his Master's degree in both French and Mathematics and later taught at Greenfield High School and at the University of TN at Martin. Jerry was an avid reader and loved poetry.
Jerry was a former co-owner of Saunders Florist and loved cooking and catering for special events. Since 1995, Jerry worked for the Madison County Tax Assessor's office and was a member of the Greenfield First Baptist Church. He also served as past president of POEMS (Preservation of East Main and Surroundings).
He leaves to cherish his memory his sister, Linda Brown (Dale), Jackson, niece Robin Goodlow (Trevor), nephews Gary Lynn Tillman (Tama), Jason Suratt (Amy), Daniel Sims, (Jada), great nephews, Luke and Jack Goodlow, Conner and Will Sims, great nieces Kenly Ferguson (Eric) and Chloe Suratt. He also leaves his care giver Steve Cole.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday March 29,2026 at 3:00 P.M. at Hornbeak Cemetery in Greenfield, TN officiated by Rev. Mr. Dale Brown of Jackson.
Friendship Funeral Home 731-677-2673.
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