03/17/2026
Emma L Sims, 85, of Larksville, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026.
Emma was known for her warm heart, strong spirit, and deep love of her family. She enjoyed going to the bingo and casino, but nothing brought her more joy than being surrounded by her children, grandchildren and the many generations of family she helped build. Her laughter, wisdom and caring nature will be remembered by all who knew her.
Emma was preceded in death by the love of her life William R. Sims Sr., son Gilbert “Gil” Sims, her father William Barber, her mother(s) Julia Redmond and Eleanor Barber, son in law Robert Castronova and several brothers and sisters.
Emma is survived by her loving children, daughter Roberta Castronova, son William “Billy” Sims Jr. and his wife Betty, and son Robert “Lou” Sims. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Richard, Jason, Shannon, Jeremy and Jennifer.
She is further survived by her sisters Alice, Helen, Lisa and Pat, and her brothers Teddy, Gilbert, Frank “Bo”, several nieces and nephews.
Emma was the center of a large and loving family including 18 great grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren, all of whom brought immense pride and joy to her life.
Emma’s legacy lives on through the family she loved so deeply and the many memories they will forever hold in their hearts.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting love” – John 3:16