March 1, 2023
March 1, 2023
You are missed and loved very much.
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Della Sims, . We will remember her forever.
She Is Gone
You can shed tears that she is gone or you can smile because she has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that she comes back or you can open your eyes and see all she has left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see her or you can be full of the love you shared.
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
You can remember her and only that she is gone or you can cherish her memory and let it live on.
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back Or you can do what she'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
Author B. J. Morbitzer
...For I will turn their mourning into joy and will comfort them and make them rejoice after their sorrow.
Jeremiah 31:13
Tributes
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December 22, 2021
December 22, 2021
Holidays have not been the same as you passed away. I miss you so much.
March 1, 2021
March 1, 2021
It does not feel like it has been 6 years since you passed away. I miss you every day.
April 18, 2018
April 18, 2018
Happy Birthday. You are missed more than words can ever express. I love you
March 1, 2018
March 1, 2018
It has been three years since you passed at times it still feels as it was yesterday. You were a wonderful mom and friend. I miss you so much. I love you Mom
June 4, 2017
June 4, 2017
I miss you mom
April 18, 2017
April 18, 2017
Happy birthday, Della! I miss you so much.. There's been so many times I wanted to pick up the phone and call you. You always knew what to say to make me feel better.
RIP, Sis
RIP, Sis
April 18, 2017
April 18, 2017
Happy Birthday mom. Normally I would be visiting you around this. I sure miss you. I love you.
September 15, 2016
September 15, 2016
Today is a difficult day. I miss talking and laughing with you. I love you and miss you so much.
April 18, 2016
April 18, 2016
Happy Birthday mom. I think about you every day and miss you so much. I love you.
April 18, 2016
April 18, 2016
Happy birthday Sis.. I miss you so much.
Your kids call me and let me know I'm not forgotten. And send me pictures of Ava.. She's getting so big. Tabitha is a great Mom. & Cheryl
Is really having fun being a grandma!
Your kids call me and let me know I'm not forgotten. And send me pictures of Ava.. She's getting so big. Tabitha is a great Mom. & Cheryl
Is really having fun being a grandma!
March 1, 2016
March 1, 2016
I can't believe it's been a year. At times the pain of missing you is so great it feels like it was just yesterday that you passed. I miss you so much. I love you mom.
March 1, 2016
March 1, 2016
Once in a while God sends an angel to spend time with us here on earth. They are special in their own ways, but when they touch your heart your life will never be the same. Just being in their presence makes you a better person. Della was such a person in my life. My life, and my ministry to others, will forever have her fingerprints on it. She will forever be missed. Della, thank you for letting me be a part of your life.
March 1, 2016
March 1, 2016
It's been one year today that you left this world. I miss you so much still.
You're in my thoughts everyday.
So many times I head for the phone to call you,to tell you something.
I love you Della. Rest in peace.
You're in my thoughts everyday.
So many times I head for the phone to call you,to tell you something.
I love you Della. Rest in peace.
April 18, 2015
April 18, 2015
Happy Birthday, Sis, I miss you Sooo much.
Wish I could be at the celebration of life for YOU, today that Cheryl has put together,
Wish I could be at the celebration of life for YOU, today that Cheryl has put together,
April 18, 2015
April 18, 2015
Happy Birthday Mom, I miss you so much. I love you
April 14, 2015
April 14, 2015
i remember the camping trips you and grandma and grandpa took me, Donnie, Dwayne, Cheryl, and Danny in the summer months. when i got older i had Kayla when you went shopping at Costco you would call me and mom on the phone and tell us to bring Kayla over to shop for goodies and go swimming in your pool.. When you moved to Hawaii Kayla and I never got the privlege to see you again, but you have always been in my thoughts and in my heart. you were my favorite auntie even though we were miles apart. you were so pretty and your smile was so bright, i loved your laugh i can still rememberr it as if u were still here here RIP Auntie i always have, and will always miss you. Say hi to my daddy, grandma and grandpa. we will all reunite in time. until then u will be truly missed. i love youl
April 14, 2015
April 14, 2015
Miss you Della. You were a VERY SPECIAL FRIEND.
April 14, 2015
April 14, 2015
Miss you Della You were a VERY SPECIAL FRIEND.
April 12, 2015
April 12, 2015
Della,
I'm thinking about you, and really missing you
You were the best big sister ev.er!
I know I'll see you again.
I'm thinking about you, and really missing you
You were the best big sister ev.er!
I know I'll see you again.
March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015
Your smile lit up the room and your light will continue to shine throughout the cosmos. Love you!
March 9, 2015
March 9, 2015
Della, you have been a true friend and a fun Sister-in-Law. You have a Beautiful family. Thank you for being a part of my life. I have been Blessed to know you. You are in a much better place now. You can watch your family with the Angels my friend. Bless you and your family. With Love Marilyn
March 8, 2015
March 8, 2015
I will miss you forever as you were the one true love of my life. The years we shared were full of love and happiness. Even though you are gone, I have you in my heart every minute and I know that someday we will be reunited. I was so fortunate to be with you the last 22 years. You were the best thing I have ever had in my life.
March 8, 2015
March 8, 2015
Even though I've never was able to meet you in person I felt like I knew you through Cheryl who always had great things to say about you. You had raised a great daughter and friend! Say hi to my dad and you will be missed greatly
March 7, 2015
March 7, 2015
I love you and miss you mom
March 7, 2015
March 7, 2015
i love you & miss you..You were the best sister ever..you sent me a plaque years ago, & I read it everyday..It said
"I smile because you're my Sister,I laugh because there's nothing you can do about it"
So, I just want to say thank you for being my sister & always being there for me.
"I smile because you're my Sister,I laugh because there's nothing you can do about it"
So, I just want to say thank you for being my sister & always being there for me.
March 7, 2015
March 7, 2015
Grandma,
You were one of the strongest woman I have ever known. You Will always be remembered for your strong will Henri and feisty attitude I can always make us laugh and smile! I will truly miss you I love you so much!!
You were one of the strongest woman I have ever known. You Will always be remembered for your strong will Henri and feisty attitude I can always make us laugh and smile! I will truly miss you I love you so much!!
March 7, 2015
March 7, 2015
I love and miss you auntie Della. I remember when my GMA, your sister, would take me over to your little apartment in SE Portland to go "shopping"! You would put all kinds of goodies (cheetos, cheeze its, nuts and chocolate) in zip lock bags for me to take home. That was the best for a 10 year old. Oh and you made me " sticker books" on your computer, so I could collect stickers. You will be missed lots. RIP Auntie Della.
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Recent Tributes
March 1, 2023
March 1, 2023
You are missed and loved very much.
December 22, 2021
December 22, 2021
Holidays have not been the same as you passed away. I miss you so much.
March 1, 2021
March 1, 2021
It does not feel like it has been 6 years since you passed away. I miss you every day.
Gallery
Mom
Sylvia (7yrs old), Mom (9yrs old)
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table with photos of mom and hearts filled with flower seeds to plant in memory of mom and a mold of moms and my hand. Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Dennis Green, Bob (Judy' husband), Judy (friend of moms),Asha (Veronica's daughter), Veronica Goff (Dennis daughter). Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Veronica and her daughter Asha. Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Danny, Marilyn, Dennis, Bob, Alex, Veronica, Christina, Judy, Debbie, Kayla, Asha, Danae. Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Debbie , Kayla, Alex. Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Table with photos of mom. Celebration of life in Portland Oregon 4/18/15
Recent stories
Poem by Bob
January 11, 2016
FOR MY LOST LOVE
Almost a year has passed since she went away
Time dulls pain, but my hurt continues every day
Living alone has created a new way of life
I can’t find happiness without my wife
Learning to be alone is completely new
I don’t know where to go or what to do
Holidays and special days are now spent alone
Times that once were happy now have a new tone
Maybe more time will finally bring healing
I know that nothing can stop the loss I’m feeling
I hope that I can learn how to be strong
To live without the Love and bliss we shared so long
The Love we had and shared together
Will stay in my heart for always and ever
My mind knows she’s gone, but my heart won’t accept it
I’ll learn how to accept my loss if only bit by bit
When the time comes that we are finally back together
Then it will truly be forever and ever.
Poem written by Bob
July 16, 2015
My life has changed since she went away
The intense pain is now an ache both night and day
The feelings of loss remain with me still
Each day is a struggle, testing my will
I have to learn to live a normal life
It’s nearly impossible with no loving wife
All the things we enjoyed doing as one
Have changed and are now no longer fun
Eating and living and loving together
Are now things of the past for now and forever
I know she is at peace and in a better place
A thousand things bring to mind her smiling face
She was loving and caring and is missed by all
My happiness has come up against a wall
Time and living will still continue on
Until my time has come for me to be gone
When that time is finally upon me
Life will change from Me to We.
Celebration of life for mom
April 21, 2015
On April 18, 2015 we had a celebration of life. My mom would of been 72. It was a beautiful warm sunny day in Portland Oregon. It was great seeing friends and family. Mom has many friends and family out of state and not able to attend. I have added a few photos of this day in the photo gallery.