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James Grdina Obituary
June 3, 1935 - March 2, 2011. James R. Grdina (Jim) was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Raymond and Dolores Grdina. He attended St. Thomas Military Academy in St. Paul, MN where at the age of 14 he met his true love Barbara Lorence. Married in 1957, the two shared what was a fairy tale romance. Jim and Barbara have 5 children: Mary, Jim, Kris, Terese, and John and 7 grandchildren: Michael, David, Stephen, Paul, Matthew, Andrew, and Jayden. Jim's two brothers John and Michael Grdina still reside in the Cleveland area. Jim was rich in family and friends. Known to many as Mr. G, he has spread his laughter, generosity, and zest for life to all that he met. His laughter still echoes in our memories and his contagious smile will be missed by everyone. Join us in celebrating his life. Services will be held Saturday March 12, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Blessed Sacrament Church at 11300 N. 64th St. Scottsdale, Arizona 85254. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Banner's Alzheimer's Institute 901 E. Willetta Street Suite 300 Phoenix, AZ 85006. Go in peace Dad to laugh on Glory's side.
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August 30, 2011
He was G8 when I was G6 at NHMS. I just noticed on Facebook that his classmate Spencer Niles was inquiring about his classmates. I have lost contact with all of the NHMS people. It is too bad that they did not keep up an Alumni group.
Oliver E. Seikel
Michael Callahan
March 12, 2011
To a great Man, Mr. G. Loved and adorned by Family and Friends, you will always be in our thoughts and prayers...
May the wind be at your back always...
All our Love, The Callahans
Michael Callahan
March 12, 2011
To a great Man, Mr. G. Loved and adorned by Family and Friends, you will always be in our thoughts and prayers...
May the wind be always at your back and God's Love on your side...
All our Love, The Callahans
Nick Gagliano
March 11, 2011
I enjoyed every moment I got to spend with you, gonna miss the laughter
Rest in Peace Mr G ...
Susan Walker
March 10, 2011
Rest in Peace Mr. Grdina. My condolences to your family.
I had been watching your story on television and had hoped for the best for you. Some day, you'll be together again with your family.
Jim Rohn
March 10, 2011
I just saw Jimmy & Barb last Saturday and thought it odd that Jim was not there. they did not let on that Jim Sr had passed. He will be missed.
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