Grand Blanc, Michigan
GRIZZEL, RAYMOND R.
Of Grand Blanc, age 88, passed peacefully at his home with his endearing wife at his side, Saturday, February 1, 2014. Funeral service will be held 1 PM Thursday, February 6, 2014 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery 11:30 AM Friday, February 7, 2014. Those desiring may make contributions to the charity of one's choice. Visitation 11 AM Thursday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Raymond was born in Vanderbilt, Michigan on September 13, 1925, the son of Leonard and Mabel (Robinson) Grizzel and was a resident of Grand Blanc since 1965. He married Genevieve Allore on September 13, 1947. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of Teamsters Local #332. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post #3243 and former member of the Moose Lodge #430 in Fenton. Raymond was also a Master Gardener and an avid sports fan. Mr. Grizzel was employed as a truck driver with Anchor Motor Freight and Complete Auto Transit for 30 years, retiring in 1987. Surviving are his wife, Genevieve Y. (Allore) Grizzel; son, Richard P. Grizzel and wife Anne K. Grizzel; daughter, Lois A. Sharp-Schneider; sons-in-law, David R. Sharp and Jeffery D. Schneider; grandchildren, Dustin Sharp, Allore Sharp, Cameron Schneider, Katie Grizzel, Alex Grizzel and Lawrence Scott Grizzel; daughter-in-law, Alana Sharp; great-grandchild, Ryken Raymond Sharp; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Lawrence R. Grizzel, two brothers and two sisters. His gentle spirit will be sorely missed. Remember his contagious smile. Your condolences may be shared with the family at
I was Rays' boss for so many years and I still remember what a great guy he was. Never did he say no to what his job had him be away from his family. He knew what he had to do and he did it with a smile when he left our terminal. I didn't ever see him without that smile. We had a great time all the time.
Carl Francis
January 27, 2019 | Owosso, MI | Coworker
Dear Lois and Mrs. Grizzle. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your beloved husband and father as one of the kindest sweetest man. He liked to tease and his smile was so warm and contagious. No doubt your family and closest friends will miss him. May the memories help sustain you in this sad time. Mike and Sharon Chonka. Gilbert , Arizona
Sharon Chonka
February 05, 2014 | Gilbert, AZ
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all. We always enjoyed stopping to talk with Ray-he will be missed.
Sue and Ron Depping
February 05, 2014 | GB, MI
So very sorry about your loss Lois and family. So happy for you that you had him in your life as long as you did. I know he surely will be missed.
Judy Mathews - Paczkowski
February 05, 2014 | Houston, TX
Lois I am so sad to hear your father has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mom. Finding the right words has often been hard for me, but trust me when I say I do feel your pain. I wish I was there to give you a hug.
Stephanie Sharp-O'Keefe
February 05, 2014 | FL
Dear Genevieve,and family, So sorry to read of Ray's passing. My deepest sympathy to you.You and Ray were the kindest people. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy Goodfellow Kolanowski
Kathy Kolanowski
February 04, 2014 | Weeki Wachee, FL
A better man than I. They broke the mold.
Charles Bird
February 04, 2014 | Swartz Creek, MI
Our deepest sympathy Lois, our prayers are with you at this time to you and your family. Tom and Ardie Leineke
Tom & Ardith Leineke
February 04, 2014 | Grand Blanc, MI
He was the most genuine nice guy I have ever known! He loved his wife deeply,he adored his children and his grandchildren and honestly he loved everybody else kids as well. I life well lived Ray. I always wanted you to be my Dad after I lost my own father. You were loving and always exuded kindness and goodwill to everyone. Just a joyful joyful man. Let the party begin in heaven, Ray.
Lori Abbott
February 03, 2014 | Chicago, IL