Service Details
Homegoing services will be celebrated in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 10-11 am.
Dallas, TX – Phoebe Gwen Souter-Sims, age 55, transitioned from this earthly home on December 12, 2022.
Phoebe was born on July 22, 1967 in Racine, Wisconsin to the late Hugh Wesley Souter and the late Gladys Lee (nee: Mayfield) Souter.
Phoebe was united in Holy Matrimony to Bobby Sims on May 28, 1989. They shared 33 happy years of marriage. Their union was blessed with two children.
Phoebe is a graduate of J.I. Case High School. She went on to Cosmetology/Beauty School at Gateway Technical College. She spent 16 years as a school bus driver with Durham School Services.
She enjoyed shopping, traveling, taking pictures, and spending time with her family. She was a great mother, daughter, and sister. She loved cooking, keeping her home spotless, sewing, and watching sports. Using her skills from beauty school, she enjoyed upkeeping her daughter’s hair over the years. One of her favorite things was attending family gatherings, meeting with her elders, and learning about her family history.
To cherish her precious memories, Phoebe is survived by her husband, Bobby Sims of Dallas, TX; two children: son, Bobby Souter-Sims and daughter, Nakia Souter-Sims of Dallas, TX; and 6 siblings; five brothers, Douglas, Michael, Anthony, Patrick (Hope) Souter, all of Racine, WI, and Dana (Delilah) Souter of Dallas, TX, and one sister, Patricia Scaife of Racine, WI; one aunt, Shirley Ware of Ecru, MS; special cousins, Jesse Souter of Milwaukee, WI and Sonja (Larry) Dixon of Southaven, MS; best friend, Vanessa Oliver of Dallas, TX.
Phoebe was proceeded in death by her parents Hugh and Gladys Souter; sister, Kamila Bernice Souter; niece, Taliesha Souter; aunts, Callie Tatum, Gloris King, Bernice Souter, Geneva Morrison, Hermia Souter, Charlie Mae Waters, Florene Foster; uncles, James Mayfield, Archie Souter, Prentiss Tatum, Robert King, and James Ware.
Homegoing services will be celebrated in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in Graceland Cemetery. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Thursday from 10-11 am.
SK n Marilyn Pearson ( Williams) says
My heart dropped when I heard this news we went Church together and we’re Facebook friends always share how Black Love still live well take your rest now you have reunited with your parents praying for the family sending my condolences 🙏🏾
LISA FARR says
COUSIN PAT I JUST SAW YOU AT KOHLS JUST WANT TO SAY SO VERY SORRY FOR THE LOST OF YOUR DEAR SISTER PHOEBE PRAYING FOR YOU ALL GOD BLESS YOU ALL ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ COUSIN LISA FARR
Therita Bogan Harris says
My Condolences To The Sims And Souter Family.
Janet Days says
As I pray for the Family’s comfort, understanding & peace, I’m so saddened to learn of Phoebe’s passing but will never forget her kindness, fun-loving ways, and the genuine friendship we shared. You were truly an Angel on Earth who touched the lives of so many. May you Rest in Eternal Peace, My Dear Friend 💜💔🌹
Lisa Cooper says
My sincere condolences. 🙏🙏🙏🤗❤️
Josephine shannon says
To the souters family may god bless u in this time of sorry
Marvin and Charity Booker says
Our deepest condolences to cousin Bobby and family
LaTanya L. Price-Topps says
When I heard that my Dear Friend had gained her wings, all I could think of was how God must have an important assignment for her. In Heaven. Phoebe has touched the lives of so many and we thank God for the time he shared her with us. Sending my heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Souter and Sims Families.
Jodie Antreassian-Janiuk says
Praying for the Souter and Sims families. My heart goes out to all of you. May the Lord wrap his arms around all of you and comfort you.
Michael Souter says
You were an inspiration to me and I’m already missing you.
I love you, forever…
Michael
Jana says
Condolences to the family. Rest on Phoebe!
Leroy Booth says
I will surely miss your posts and encouraging words. So glad to have met you. Meeting you and Bobby in New Albany, Ms was a pleasure. It was through you and Bobby that I was reunited with my Racine family. May God welcome you with open arms. Rest in heavenly peace my friend
Freddie Traylor says
God b you n these time my heart is sorrowful but such a blessing to apart her life. You all are n my prayers.
Freddie b Traylor jr
Gretchen G. says
I’m so sorry to hear of Phoebe’s passing, we were teammates/classmates at Case.
I’ll always remember her for her beauty, kindness and subtle humor…Wish I could be there for her homegoing services.
Sending my sincere sympathies to Phoebe’s family and friends (special hugs to her best friend and fellow teammate, Vanessa).
DONNA JENKINS/ADAMS says
THE JENKINS AND ADAMS FAMILY ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL, MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Lori Everton says
My prayers 🙏 and condolences to you and your family. May you rest in heaven ♥️
Tina Johnson says
My heart is heavy. She was such a sweet soul. My condolences go out to her entire family. I will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless.
JULIA WITHERSPOON says
Phoebe thank you for being that special friend to my daughter, Vanessa. You will always be remembered for your quiet, kind and loving nature.
Rest in Heavenly Peace Precious.
Diane says
Condolences to entire Sims and Souter family
Anonymous says
The Simpson-Shakoor family wishes to extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your loved one. It is our prayer that you feel The LORD’S soothing embrace around you. ❤️
Dorothy McDonald says
So sorry to hear about Phoebe’s passing. I’ll always remember her kind, inclusive nature. She seemed to love everyone. Praying for the entire family. Rest in peace, beautiful lady. 🙏🏽
Leroy Booth says
Phoebe, I am proud to have known you. You will be missed greatly. Personally meeting you and Bobby in Mississippi was a pleasure. Thanks for all your help Iwith helping me to locate my Racine family.
God has gained another angel, and I’m sure he is fond of you. My sincere condolences go to all the family. Rest in heavenly peace my friend.
Leroy Booth says
My sincere condolences go out to all the family and friends. A beautiful soul that will truly be missed.
Anonymous says
May God grant you comfort and peace during this time.
Brigit McNeal
Dr. Charles C Jones says
Take your rest my friend. You will be missed! Apostle Charles C Jones
Anonymous says
My condolences! It’s still hard to believe that Phoebe has gone to be with our ancestors. My prayers are with you Bobby Sr, Bobby Jr and Tia. She will be missed. She was instrumental in our family having the Souter Family reunion. We have to keep it going for her and our families.
Anonymous says
My condolences! It’s still hard to believe that Phoebe has gone to be with our ancestors. My prayers are with you Bobby Sr, Bobby Jr and Tia. She will be missed. She was instrumental in our family having the Souter Family reunion. We have to keep it going for her and our families.
Marcus Souter says
My condolences! It’s still hard to believe that Phoebe has gone to be with our ancestors. My prayers are with you Bobby Sr, Bobby Jr and Tia. She will be missed. She was instrumental in our family having the Souter Family reunion. We have to keep it going for her and our families.
Marlon and Deb Waters says
Our condolences Bobby and family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry, Marlon and Deb.
Tanya Griffin says
My Condolences To The family
Snoop and Tracy Oliver says
To the Souter-Sims family. We send you our love and prayers at this devastating time…I enjoyed bonding with Phoebe and Bobby at JRL doing our line dances…. you will truly be missed, but thank you for the wonderful memories…..
The Woods Family says
May you forever rest in peaceful sleep.. Condolences to the Sims/Souter families may GOD strengthen you on this journey of life..My sincere condolences🙏
Mae Goines says
I’m so sorry to hear of Phoebe passing my condolences to the family.
Greg Butler. Encino, CA says
My condolences to the Sims and Souter families.
Regina Wilkinson says
So sorry to hear, Rest in Peace. Praying for Bobby and the family.
Henry & Sherry Tyler Hinesville Ga says
Sending condolences to the Souter/Sims family 🙏🏽❤
Gale Booker & Ethel Booker Racine Wisc. says
Our condolences to the Souter/Sims family 🙏🏼
Kaundlen King Anderson says
So sorry to hear of Phoebe passing, May the Lord give you all comfort during this difficult time.
Rodney King & family says
We had a lot of memories together at Big Daddy’s house, one I will cherish forever…
Kenneth & Helen Lumpkin says
Our prayers and condolences to Bobby Sims and the Suter family. Praying that got give the family peace, in your time of grieving.
PASTOR JOANN SANDLIN says
MUCH LOVE TO BOBBY,TIA,DEVONTE SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS SHE WAS ONE OF MY BABY COUSINS REST IN PEACE PHOEBE.
Jamie Ware says
Praying for the family now and in the days ahead. I love you all family.
Ain't Shirl says
I miss u all the laughs we had now u left me I will cherish all the things we did together. So rest on are in a better place .
Richard McGee says
To the Souter and Sim’s families, You have my prayers and deepest condolences to the death of your love one. This is one of the most stressful times of the year and no a death is added. I pray that you can keep it together and move forward with the journey that you all shared until the passing of Mrs. Sim’s may she Rest In Peace ☮️
Brenda Allen ISE Racine says
I am so very sorry for your loss of your wife/ sister Phoebe, may she rest in peace . Sending my love and prayers to you at thus time !
Leevone & Trenessia Smith!! says
Sorry for your lost bro my condolences and prayers go out to you and the family!!!! Love you bro Vone Dallas Tx!
Lynn Booker says
My prayers and condolences to the Families, Phoebe was a beautiful woman always so kind and full of smiles she will be truly missed. God bless and give the family strength in the days to come 🙏🏽 ❤😘
RIP Phoebe 😇
Love Lynn Booker
Candace (Ingram) Tate says
My thoughts, prayers, and condolences to Phoebe’s family.
Denise says
To the Souter and Sims families,
My God bless you and guide you through this difficult time. Phoebe was special. She will never be forgotten. May she rest in peace.
Brandon Johnson says
Sending my condolences to the family
Jerome & Lisa Herring says
To the Souter- Sims Family , we are praying for all of you. Our deepest sympathy is with you all cousin Phoebe will be dearly missed. RIH cousin .
Carla Ward says
Sending my love and deepest condolences. Beautiful inside and out. Phoebe had great words of wisdom and was a great influence to embrace my natural hair.❤️ She will be so dearly missed.
Trent Shaw says
My condolences to the Sims and Souter families. We all have many fond memories of Phoebe during our times together in school and athletic activities. Her smile and laughter was always contagious. Strength and prayers to you all. Rest in Power Phoebe.
Jeff Martin says
Very saddened by this news. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of Phoebe life and allowing her to be one of “Jeffrey’s Angels” praying for comfort for the family.
Ramona Drane says
My condolences to the Souter Family
Robert King says
My lovely cuz. I will miss you. My special love to all my family for the lost of a angel. All my prayers to the family. Love y’all.
Reverend David R. Green/Gregg Chapel says
I will certainly lift up the Souter/Sims family to God in prayer. I was unable to be at Phoebe’s service but please know my support and thoughts were with you. This life is so uncertain, but Phoebe demonstrated her love for her friends and family. Her legacy is great. I encourage you to call on God who always can provide what we need. God can even give us comfort in our time of sorrow. I pray and know God will wrap his loving abundant arms around Bobby and the entire family. God is going to let the sunshine again!
Ricky and Brigit McNeal says
May God Bless the Souter and Sims family. The loss of a love one is never easy. May you find peace during this sad time that Phoebe is at peace.
John and Denise Helm says
We extend our deepest sympathy to Bobby Sims and children, and the Souter family. We are sorry to hear of your loss and we pray that God provides whatever you need to get through this difficult time.
Demetrius Powell says
So sorry for your loss of your family my condolences to BOBY and his children may she RIP
KIMBERLY BOATNER says
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PHOEBE AND I WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER FROM ELEMENTARY TO HIGH SCHOOL. SHE WILL BE MISSED
Anonymous says
I’m sorry for the lost cousin My condolences to the family Bobby we go a long way back I appreciate you And the family She is a beautifully respectable person Sweet card and nice She’s in heaven Thank God thank God she’s at peace
Monica Collier and Family says
Sorry for your loss Bobby.
Sending our condolences to you and your family. Phoebe was a very unique individual, filled with a lot of love for others and positive vibes that would lift you up. Rest well Phoebe. Class of ’85
Rosalee Mangum says
Sorry to hear of phoebe’s passing condolences to the family. Rosa of Marion,Arkansas
Shirley, Daphne, Greg says
Your family here in Chicago are praying for you in this time of sorry. We love you cousin🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿.
Derrick & Angie Hicks says
Souter Family,
Wishing you peace, comfort courage & lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. May God continue you Bless you all.
Maggie Cobb says
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to my cousins She will be missed May God continue to give the family strength an love through out the days ahead
Cece House says
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Cheryl Mcgee Billups says
You all have my deepest sympathy, I didn’t even know. I just found out.. I’m so so sad to hear this.. to the Sims family I’m so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all..