Melanie Sims Obituary

Melanie Ann Sims, 58, of Farmington, formerly of Searcy, died June 9, 2025, at her home after a brief illness.

She was born on Feb. 23, 1967, in Searcy, to Kathryn Cook Sims and the late Lowell Michael Sims.

Melanie earned an Associate of Arts degree at Arkansas State University-Beebe and a Bachelor of Arts degree at Harding University. She had retired after spending many years working in various office administration and fundraising roles at Harding, ASU-Beebe, Lindsey Software Systems, the Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Arkansas Department of Education and Jacob's Place Homeless Mission.

She was a former member of Downtown Church of Christ in Searcy and was active in fundraising activities at Harding Academy. Melanie loved cheering for the Razorback softball team, sewing and smocking outfits for babies and Disney vacations with her family. Her granddaughter, Lynden, added much joy to her life.

Melanie is survived by her mother; her daughter, Ellie Kiihnl King of Fayetteville (husband Tyler); and a granddaughter, Lynden Grace King. She was preceded in death by her father and grandparents, Elzy Doyle and Ora Gammill Cook and Lowell and Vern Sims.

A memorial service will be held at a later time.