Fred Sims, age 81, of Jonesboro, passed away on July 28, 2021.  Mr. Sims worked many years in the retail food industry.  He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Peggy; children, Deborah Conklin of Forest Park, Kay Halulka of Jonesboro; sisters, Bobby Jean Kennedy of Griffin, Patricia Myers of Griffin; grandchildren, Daniel Ratliff, Michael Ratliff, Jason Ratliff, Ashley Ratliff, Brandon Conklin, Shawna Conklin; several great grandchildren and extended family.  A Graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Sherwood Memorial Park.