Curtis Monroe Sims, age 65, of Alderson, W.Va., passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Raleigh General Hospital in Beckley, W.Va., following a long illness. Born October 16, 1958 at Blue Sulphur Springs, W.Va., he was the son of the late Charles Ross and Gladys Marie Hiser Sims. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Chester Lee Hiser; an infant son, Joshua Paul Sims; a brother, Larry Lee Sims; and two sisters, Betty Jane Sims and Rebecca Darlene Sims Hiser. Mr. Sims attended Alderson Schools and was a retired farmer. He loved working with horses, enjoyed hunting, and loved his dogs. He also enjoyed working on old cars and trucks and watching western movies. Mr. Sims was a hard worker who loved to joke and kid around with people, but above all, he loved and cherished his family. He will always be remembered for his selflessness, kindness, and willingness to help others. Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Betty Ruth Burns Sims of Alderson; two sons, Matthew Wayne Burns and his fiancée, Virginia Elizabeth Moore, of Alderson, and Adam Cory Sims of Alderson; two brothers, Charles Robert "Bobby" Sims of Fort Spring, W.Va., and George Garland Sims and his companion, Nancy Smith, of Alderson; two sisters, Audrey Marie Hall of Ronceverte, W.Va., and Mary Lou Sims and her companion, Gary Bragg, of Alderson; many nieces and nephews; and his favorite companions, "Blackey" and "Molly". Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Lobban Funeral Home Chapel in Alderson with Pastor Anthony Carter officiating. Burial will follow at the Fletcher Addition of the Alderson Cemetery in Alderson. Friends may call Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lobban Funeral Home in Alderson. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the Sims family at www.lobbanfh.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Curtis, please visit our floral store .