NAPLES — Malcolm W. Sims, 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 16, 2023.

He was born July 21, 1950, in Doncaster, England; an only son of William and Doris Sims.

He was predeceased by both parents. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Alfreda (Toppa) Sims; children Bridie Murphy, Kerry Murphy, Jon Green, Dorothy Giard, Kari Miselis and godson Jordan King. He was a beloved Grampa to Jeremy Giard, Allyson Giard, Kodee King, Aiden Gillespie, Daclen Miselis, Isla Green, Liliana Miselis and Harlow Green.

He retired in 2016 from Walt Disney World, where he worked as a bus driver. Prior to Disney, he was an arctic long-haul driver and a municipal bus driver in England.

Malcolm was a kind, caring man with a warm heart and a unique sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Malcolm will be missed by all who knew him. He loved going on day trips to photograph Maine’s lakes, oceans and mountains. He always dreamed of one day capturing a photo of a moose.

Words from his children: “Malcolm came into our lives and taught us many things. He set boundaries for us that helped us grow and become three strong, loving, independent people. He never told us what we wanted to hear, but he was strong enough to tell us what we needed to hear. He became a father to three children with no prior experience. I’m sure at times he wondered if he was doing it right. He did everything right. If home was a person...Malcolm was our home.”

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Malcolm’s memory to Naples Fire & Rescue, P.O. Box 1757, Naples, ME 04055.

Arrangements are in the care of the Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco, ME 04015. www.hallfuneralhome.net.