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ROBERT GRADY Obituary

GRADY, ROBERT IRWIN
Ocala - Robert Irwin "Bob" Grady passed away Monday, March 3, 2014.
Mr. Grady was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army's 708th Airborne from 1942-1944. He was awarded the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service, three major battle stars and a Presidential Citation with one Oak Cluster. Bob then began his career in law enforcement, beginning with the Jackson, Michigan Police Department from 1946 - 1951. He then served with the North Miami Police Department and retired in 1975. He was a loyal member of the FOP for 68 years. Most recently he was a member of Ocala FOP Lodge 129 and served as their Chaplain since 2000.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 50 years Mary Watson Grady; four children, Kelly McGillicuddy, Susan Grady, Mary Sean Lewis, Michael Grady, all of Ocala and three grandchildren, Brennan Grady, Max McGillicuddy and Kacey Lewis.
The family will receive friends from 5 - 7 PM Friday, March 7, 2014 at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 8, 2014 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of the funeral home. Entombment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Wildwood.
Arrangements by Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, Florida.

Published by Ocala Star-Banner from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2014.
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I still think about Grady often. He made such an impact on my life and outlook. Even though I did not have as much time with him as others, I do remember the lessons he taught (or yelled). Love the entire Grady family. We'll all be together soon. :-)

Curtis Puckett

Family

February 29, 2024

Your sense of humor and boundless kindness will be missed, Grady, as will your presence in the Station, zipping around on your electric cart. Thank you for sharing your stories.

L Carpenter

March 7, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Robert. He was one of the most colorful people I have ever known. I remember him from the time I was a child and have never forgotten many of the things he did for me. Robert was the 5th clover on a 4 leaf clover.

curtis puckett

March 6, 2014

Mary and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Grady was such a ray of sunshine as he "patrolled" the neighborhood. My golden retreiver, Walker, always looked forward to and loved a greeting and ear rub from Mr. Grady. He will be greatly missed.

Barbara Wood

March 6, 2014

RIP in peace Grady. You will be greatly missed by manner.

Tom Neufeld

March 6, 2014

RIP Peace Grady. You will be greatly missed by many.

Tom Neufeld

March 6, 2014

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