Gwendolyn Sims-Yeargin

Gwendolyn Sims-Yeargin, 77, of Benton, Ark., went to be with the Lord July 12, 2021. She was born July 11, 1944, in Lexa, Arkansas, to Oliver Lee Sims, Sr. and Kathryn James. Gwendolyn loved the Lord and accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. She graduated from the University of Pine Bluff, formerly AM&N in 1965. Gwendolyn moved to Chicago in 1966 and quickly became an avid Chicago Bears fan. She retired after teaching in the Chicago School System for over thirty-eight years. Gwendolyn was the fourth of eight children. Bowling and playing poker were some of her favorite activities. She also enjoyed gardening with her sister and the love of her life, Egbert. Gwendolyn loved to travel with her “Red Hatters” and the Traveling Ladies Fabulous Group.

Preceding Gwendolyn in death are her parents, Oliver and Kathryn (James) Sims; and brother, James Ray Sims. Gwendolyn leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of over thirty years, Egbert Yeargin; daughters: Stephanie Copeland and husband Micheal and Mia Yeargin; grandchildren: William Micheal McArthur, Jr., and Loren D. McArthur; two fur babies: Kermit and George; and a host of nieces and nephews, family members and friends who love Gwendolyn and will miss her always.

Visitation will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 24, with funeral service following at The Church at Rock Creek in Little Rock. Repass to follow at the church. Services entrusted to Smith-Benton Funeral Home. Online guestbook: www. SmithFamilyCares.com.