Lonnie Allan Sims, 82, of Purcellville, Virginia was born to the late James William and Edith Lee Sims on April 27, 1940. Lonnie departed this life on February 15, 2023, at INOVA Loudoun Hospital, Leesburg, Virginia surrounded by his family.

Lonnie attended Carver Elementary School in Purcellville, Virginia. He then attended Douglass High School in Leesburg, Virginia where he played football and baseball. Lonnie loved baseball and enjoyed watching his favorite team the Washington Nationals. After high school, Lonnie lived in Brooklyn, New York for a short period of time, where he obtained his Barber's license. He then served in the United States Army and was stationed in Frankfurt, West Germany. It was during this time that he developed an interest in photography and would take photos often with his favorite Hasselblad camera.

Lonnie had a fulfilling professional career with Northwest Airlines until his retirement in 2003. Lonnie served the company at both Washington Reagan and Washington Dulles International Airports. During his leisure time, Lonnie enjoyed being outdoors. His favorite outdoor activities included fishing, hunting and cooking "special" dishes for those he could convince to try.

Lonnie joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church, in Round Hill, Virginia. He was an active member of the church and loved contributing to the community. He loved singing in the choir, preparing food for church events, going to bible study, and helping with church repairs. Lonnie was quietly an excellent musician, he taught himself how to play the trumpet, clarinet, and the piano without formal instruction. During the summer months he loved working in the yard of his home that he built along with his father.

Lonnie was a dedicated husband and father. He loved his family and was always there when needed, whether it was to provide support, guidance on how to fix something or just to give honest advice. He was a kind-hearted soul that gave so much to all who knew him. Amongst the many proud moments in his life, Lonnie took significant pride in his role as "Papa". He adored his three granddaughters (Gabby, Kassidy and Iman) who always brought a smile to his face and brightened up his day.

Lonnie was preceded in death by his parents James W. and Edith B. Sims, brother Mack L. Sims, nephew John D. Washington; great-niece Bria A. Sims; cousin Brenda L. Campbell; and brother-in-law Kervin L. Williams. Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife Jacqueline of 60 years, two children: Jacques (Touria) and Leslie (Keith), and three grandchildren Gabrielle Nicole, Kassidy Alise, and Iman Yvonne. Lonnie is also survived by two beloved sisters; Shirley Washington (William) of Purcellville, VA, and Grace L. Spencer (Austin) of Detroit, MI; caring nephews Brian Sims (Rachel), Keith Sims, Kenny Sims (Carletta), great-nephews Andrew Washington, Isaiah Washington, Austin Alford; loving nieces Jocelyn Alford (Stephen), Sarah Jones (William), Lisa Washington, and great-nieces Alexandra Corley (Derrick), Kristen Sims, Jordan Sullivan, Jaylen Washington, Harley Sullivan, Addison Jones, Chloe Sullivan, Alyssa Jones, Elin Sims, Cara Sims; cousins Pasty Nickens (Frank), Lisa Campbell, Todd Campbell; brothers-in-laws Clyde Williams, Alan Williams, and Bryce Williams; sisters-in-law Roxanne Mason (Glen), Robin Lowry (Kevin) and Ernice Sims; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Special appreciation to Lonnie's devoted lifelong friends, Reginald Simms, Randolph Campbell, Calvin Clarke, and Richard Lane. As well as other close friends who transitioned before him.

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