Dr. Theophlous Sims: Fort Worth's Legacy

0:00Dr. Theophilus Aaron Sims Senior, a longtime Fort Worth leader, passed away on Monday, March 23rd, at the age of 88. Born in Lodi, Texas, he moved to Fort Worth, where he and his wife, Dr. Nancy W. Sims, ran Sims pharmacy and Sims enterprises, including A, professional center on Barry Street. That center became a hub for boosting African-American businesses in the city over many years. Dr. Sims served more than 30 years on the Fort Worth Independent School District Board, representing District 4. He made history as the first Black Board President and launched the District's Scholar Athlete Award in 1984. In 1989, an elementary school guide is named, and he holds the record as the longest-serving member. Beyond education, President Rama Reagan appointed him to a National Health Advisory Board on Sickle Selenemia in 1984. In 2006, he earned living legend status for his community service. The school district share condolences, noting his impact on students and families, while he survived by his wife, son, two daughters, and four granddaughters.

1:08Visitation starts, Friday, April 10th, at 10am, with the funeral the next day, Saturday, April 11th, at Carter Metropolitan's CME Church. Dr. Sims's work continues to shape Fort Worth for generations. That's your update from Dallas News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.