Henry Raymond Timms

Henry Raymond Timms, born on March 8, 1942, in Felton, Georgia, lived a life that exemplified kindness, generosity, and loyalty. He departed this world on July 10, 2025, in Clewiston, Florida, leaving behind a legacy enriched by countless memories and a profound influence on those who knew him.

Raymond's professional journey was marked by dedication and hard work. For many years, he served as a mechanic and welder at the United States Sugar Corporation, where his skills contributed significantly to the community’s infrastructure. His commitment to service extended beyond his work; he volunteered with the Pioneer Fire Department for over 25 years, passionately dedicating himself to the safety and well-being of his community. Starting as an Assistant Fire Chief, he ultimately rose to the position of Fire Chief, a role he held with both pride and humility until his retirement.

Family was at the core of Raymond’s life. He is survived by his beloved children, , Connie Godwin and her husband Henry, and Mary Jennifer Timms and her husband Keith, Henry Daniel Timms and his wife Shila. His legacy also continues through his eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren, with whom he shared many joyous moments. Raymond was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Edith Timms, and his son Timothy Timms, as well as his brothers, Edward Hindman, Lowell Timms, and William Timms. He is lovingly remembered by his sisters, Shirley Weaver and Lucille Hanks, his brother, Wilson Timms whose lives he touched with warmth and compassion.

Outside of work and family, Raymond found joy in the thrill of dirt track racing and the excitement of NASCAR. He cherished the tranquility of fishing and the camaraderie of hunting, always valuing the times spent with family and friends. His love for life was evident in every smile he shared and every story he told.

Raymond's journey will be celebrated with a visitation on July 17, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM at Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle, Florida. Another visitation will occur at Woodstock Funeral Home in Woodstock, Georgia, on July 22, followed by a funeral service at Carmel Baptist Church on July 23. He will be laid to rest beside his loving wife in the church cemetery, a testament to their enduring bond.

Through his actions and character, Raymond Timms inspired those around him, and his spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. As we remember him, let us honor a life well-lived and strive to carry forward the values he embodied: kindness, generosity, and unwavering loyalty.