John Elston Sims, a former resident of Pacific Palisades, passed away peacefully at home in Cordillera, Colorado, on October 6, surrounded by loved ones. He was 68. Raised in Colorado and Alaska, John was a lover of life, country, travel, the outdoors and baseball. When he attended College State University, he was on the ski team. He lived in Pacific Palisades and Santa Monica and worked as an attorney and real estate developer in Santa Monica for more than 30 years. He was a passionate golfer and valued his time and friendships at the Bel-Air Country Club and the Jonathan Club. A true gentleman and man of honor, John was generous, kind, loving, compassionate and humorous. He retired to Cordillera to complete his hard-earned dream of spending his days skiing and enjoying the Colorado lifestyle. He never stopped giving of himself to make others happy, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the distinct privilege to know him. John was preceded in death by his devoted mother, Ruth (Hubbard) Shuff, and his beloved stepfather, Les Shuff. He is survived by his wife, Kristin; children Alexandra (Sims) Brew, David Sims, Valerie Sims and Patrick Sims; stepchildren Ryan Shama and Lindsay (Shama) Olson; and seven adoring grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the U.S. Navy Veterans Association.
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