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Edward Grindrod Obituary
Edward G. Grindrod, 82 our beloved husband, father and friend, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Ed was a man of multiple interests and abilities. He loved to do genealogy and other research with his extensive book collection and on the Internet. He delighted in gardening and loved to develop new methods including hydroponic gardens and earthboxes. Ed worked for Washington State Division of Vocation Rehabilitation for 30 years. He was a counselor and administrator and was a forerunner in creating the First Vocation Rehabilitation Division in Seattle's Central District. After retiring from the State, he created an accreditation company, Rehabilitation Services Accreditation System (SAS) that continues to operate in 5 states.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lorayne Gaye Grindrod, daughters, Lorijean Grindrod, Linda McIntosh and Eileen Mitchell (Chris) and 2 stepsons, Gary and Douglas Stetler (Dawn). His survivors include his former wife Barbara Danner Grindrod, 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Ed's life will be held on Saturday, February 19, 1:00 p.m., at the Lacey Senior Center, 6757 Pacific Avenue, Lacey, WA. Donations may be made to Senior Services' Care Connection, 222 Columbia St. NW, Olympia or to RSAS, 121 N. Cedar St. Centralia 98531. To leave remembrances go to www.FuneralAlterantives.org
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Linda Moore
February 19, 2011
Gaye, you have my deepest sympathy. If there is ever anything I can do let me know.~linda
Jim and Ines Parker
February 18, 2011
Ines and I will see you Saturday. We are sorry for your loss. Ed was always such a friendly guy. I didn't realize he liked family tree stuff, another of my hobbies! -Jim
February 17, 2011
We send our sincere sympathy to Gaye and the families on their loss.
May your loving memories lead each of you to a healing peace.
Sally and Don Hancock
February 15, 2011
When I remember Ed Grindrod, I remember a man who believed in people. He was optimistic and positive, and these qualities were adopted by those who were lucky enough to know him. He exuded kindness and and open heart. He will be missed--Edie McBride
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