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DON GRILLEY Obituary
Actor and singer, died January 25 of colon cancer at age 88. Don was a veteran of many Broadway shows and replaced Larry Kert as Tony in the original company of West Side Story. He was a resident of Fort Lauderdale and the Turks & Caicos Islands. He is survived by his loving wife Lesley Stewart Grilley.
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January 30, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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January 29, 2017
Don, a much-loved member of our family, who will be greatly missed. So many happy memories of your visits with Lesley to us in Wales, and of great holidays shared together. Such a kind, loveable and generous man who will never be forgotten.
Sue, Graham and Simon Avery, Caerphilly, Wales
Anne Bassett and family
January 29, 2017
Your Welsh family will miss your humour and generosity,as well as your presence.But you and Lesley are ever in our hearts thoughts and prayers.
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