Tiny Mites Staff

Anthony Germany

Timothy Madison

Andra Wilson, Jr.

Daniel Walker

Derrick Armstrong

Jacob Jones

Ernestine Ashley

SKiesha Ashley

Ashantii Reese

Keiauntae Holmes

Tyesha Williams

Makail Lawrence

A CHILD LOANED "I'll lend you for a while a child of mine," He said.

"For you to love the while he lives and mourn for when he's dead. It may be six or seven years, or twenty-two or three,

But will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you, and should his stay be brief,

You'll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief."

"I cannot promise he will stay; since all from earth return, But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.

I've looked the wide world over in My search for teachers true And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes I have chosen you.

Now will you give him all your love, not think the labor vain, Nor hate Me when I come to call to take him back again?"

"I fancied that I heard them say, "Dear Lord, Thy will be done!

For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we run. We'll shelter him with tenderness, we'll love him while we may,

And for the happiness we've known, forever grateful stay; But should the angels call for him much sooner than we've

planned, We'll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand!"

Dedicated by: David Liles

Please join the family for a repast fellowship 5880 Farrow Road | Columbia, SC

The family of the late Knowledge Alex Sims, wishes to acknowledge your cards, flowers, calls, and gifts of food as they are warmly appreciated. A

special thanks to Dr. Linda Norton & Shawnetta (Barkee) Faust.

Services Entrusted to:

Columbia Office 2930 Colonial Drive

Columbia, South Carolina 29203 803.254.2000

Sumter Office 353 Manning Avenue

Sumter, South Carolina 29150 803.848.4002

REFLECTIONS OF HIS LIFE Knowledge Alex Sims entered the world on

Sunday, June 24, 2012. He entered with an

infectious smile that he shared with

everyone until he entered into eternal rest

on Thursday, April 30, 2020.

God knew that his parents Dante (David

Liles) Sims and Alex Anderson both of

Columbia, needed a child that would change

the world with his presence. Knowledge

would physically on Earth a few short years

but his memory will last forever.

Knowledge lived up to his name while at

Watkins-Nance Elementary during

Kindergarten and First grade. During those years, his principal, Dr. Linda

Norton, would greet him when his mom pulls through the carpool line.

Knowledge and Dr. Norton had a daily routine to prepare for the day. Dr.

Norton would remind him of his purpose and explain that his teachers

Mrs. D. Murph and Mrs. M. Blackwell, had high expectations. Knowledge

would gently smile as to say, “I got this.” And he did. Knowledge met the

expectations of the entire faculty and staff. He received academic awards

and had some of the highest gains on his yearly tests.

As Knowledge entered the halls of Watkins-Nance, he knew he was loved

by every adult. He continued his educational studies at Burton Pack

Elementary showing his artistic skills in his art class. Often times, he

would have engaging conversations with his principal, Dr. S. Smith about

the shoes they were wearing.

Knowledge has a love for sports and showing off his athletic ability. He

played football for the Tre3 Canes and showed his dribbling skills while

playing basketball with his siblings.

In addition to his loving parents, Knowledge leaves to cherish precious

memories to his siblings: Dionte’ Sims, Adonte’ Sims, Adontis Sims, Lionel

Washington, Jr., Donielle Sims, Brandi Wise, Shiquarious Walker, Jasmine

Jones, Alex Anderson, Jr., Quadir Anderson, and Kamari Jones, all of

Columbia, SC; nephew, Dionte Sims, Jr.; niece, Kylei Sims; grandparents:

Karen Sims Morris, Donald Byrd, Jamie Morris, Anthony Sanders, Janet

Jones, and Julian Dash; great-grandmother, Carrie Morris; aunts, Jasmine

Sanders, Donnetta Fordham, Shawnte Williams, Krystal Davis, Fhallen

(Marvin) Brooks, Taylor Morris, Kayla Morris, Ankia Walker, Rashada

Cain, and Shannon Washington; uncles, Terrance Fordham, Willie

Anderson, Jamie Morris, Jr., and Donovan Byrd; two favorite cousins,

Tionna White and Mycah Tidwell; best friend, Cameran Lake-Steele; an

uncle who was also his best friend, Richie Sims; and a host of other

relatives and friends all of whom will miss him dearly.

ORDER OF SERVICE BISHOP L. MCKENNY, PRESIDING

Prelude

Processional .............................................................................. Clergy and Family

Hymn of Praise ............................................................................. LaShawn Goode

Scripture Readings ...................................................... Deacon Maryland Rook

Old Testament .....................................................................................................

New Testament ...................................................................................................

Prayer of Comfort .......................................................................................................

Poem .................................................................................. Suprina Fordham Byrd

Solo & Crowing Ceremony .............................................I Shall Wear a Crown Nia Sade Ramsey

Reflections ................................................................................................ Coach Rob

Coach Cream

Coach Tim

Dr. Linda Norton

Poem ................................................................ Burton Pack Elementary School

Selection .............................................................. Krystal Davis, Fhallen Brooks

Words of Comfort ................................................................. Bishop L. McKenny

Final Farewell to Our Beloved .......................................................... BTFH Staff

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