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William Grizzell Obituary

GRIZZELL, William Harold 89, died October 9, 2011 at The Kaplan House, Danvers, MA of a lengthy illness, surrounded by loving family members. Husband of Mrs. Virginia (Goss) Grizzell. He was born November 27, 1921 in McMinnville, Tennessee, son of the late Isaac Grizzell and Julia (Sanders) Grizzell. He is the brother of Edith Faye Bowling, Dorothy Wolmack, Jane Golden, John Pope Grizzell, Llyod Grizzell, Floyd Grizzell, Norman Grizzell, I.J. Grizzell. Bill was predeceased by his first wife Emily (Duncan) Grizzell of Swampscott who died in 2008. He is the father of Diane Moore of TN, Carolyn Patterson of TX, Pamela Knight of TX, Thomas Grizzell of TX, Jody Falkingham of Lynn, Douglas Serven of R.I., Tracy Williams of Swampscott, John Serven of Lynn, Heidi Dilisio of Swampscott, William Grizzell of Swampscott, and Julia McCuish of Swampscott. Grandfather of 26 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. His funeral will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM in the Solimine, Landergan and Rirchrdson Funeral Home, 67 Ocean Street (Rte 129) LYNN. Burial will follow in the Swampscott Cemetery, Swampscott, MA. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Visiting hours are on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Flowers are acceptable, or donations may be made to the Swampscott Veterans Trust Fund, 405 Paradise Road, Swampscott, MA 01907. Directions and guestbook at www.solimine.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 11 to Oct. 12, 2011.

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Caitlan

October 11, 2011

Grampy,great people never leave the earth. Their vibrations have changed the frequency of how we live. That is you. Thank you for all of the memories. We will cherish them forever. I'll miss you so much, love you.

October 11, 2011

Bill (Grampi),
It was my pleasure and I am honored to be a proud son in-law to a wonderful, caring and loving man. The kindness, compassion and love of your family will always be remembered and cherished. The many great years and fond memories of you sharing your love, life, experience and that BIG smile with me, Michael, Lauren, Carie and your lovely daughter Julia will be forever remembered. Thank you for opening your heart to me, letting me be part of your life and family. Love Bob.

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