James-Grelle-Obituary

James Edward Grelle

Portland, Oregon

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James Edward GrelleSept. 30, 1936 - June 13, 2020 We are deeply saddened that Olympian and American Mile record holder, James Edward "Jim" Grelle, a true running pioneer, passed peacefully June 13, 2020, at the age of 83. He had been under home hospice care for some months and was surrounded by...

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Jim was special and one of a kind who will be missed by many. We became friends at the ATO house at UofO

Jim and I became good friends working out at the Multnomah Club. Both of us had competed in track for many years, although Jim reached heights of accomplishment I could only dream of. Once when we were both competing in the club's decathlon event it was the day to run the 100 meter dash but I had forgotten to bring my track spikes. Jim offered me his to wear, and with a couple extra pair of socks they fit me. Just before I ran he told me that those shoes were ones he had worn when he ran a...

Jean,
I was very saddened to hear about the passing of Jim. I remember all of the fun we used to have together years ago in Gearhart. I will never forget the bike ride he and I took from the Elderberry Inn, past Jewel and Mist and over the pass at highway 202 back into Gearhart. A wonderful man and good friend. What a personality. I wish you the best and hope you are in good health.
Sincerely,
Steve Urman (former husband of Marty Urman)

I will miss a very special old friend

Always kind...Great memories of fun times together..❤