Elbert John Grass

GRASS, Elbert John "Abbie," passed away June 29, 2010. He was a veteran of WWII, a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, with both a graduate and undergraduate degree, and was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Abbie worked for Chevrolet Motor Division before becoming president and owner of Hechler Chevrolet, Inc. In his retirement, he was owner of Atlas Enterprises and other small businesses, was a member of the Board of Directors of Willow Oaks Country Club and Central Fidelity Bank. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Nan Gildersleeve Grass; three daughters, Danley Ann Marshall (Dallas), Deborah G. Niermeyer (Robert) and Devon G. Hudgins (Kenneth); five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. He will be remembered for his quiet wit and generosity, and was the love of his family. A private memorial service for the family will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Virginia or Richmond Humane Society.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.