Photo courtesy of Frye Chapel & Mortuary of Blythe - Blythe
Blythe, California
Jul 15, 1949 – Sep 16, 2021 (Age 72)
Robert Neal Grimes, Sr.
Robert Neal Grimes, Sr., 72 years old, born and raised in Blythe, California, was a fun-loving friend who treated everyone like family, passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021.
Robert, a.k.a. Pappy, was known for his love and dedication to his family, boating, off roading, dancing, making new friends everywhere he went and his enthusiasm for always making it the Best Day Ever.
Answering the call to serve his country, Sergeant Robert Grimes, Sr. served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971 in Vietnam.
He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Tina Grimes; his daughter Carolyn Grimes (Mike); his son Robert Grimes, Jr. (Juliana); his son Michael Grimes (Dawn); daughter Stephanie Saenz (Jeff); daughter Rana Hammontree (Timmy); daughter Amanda Burt (Sean); many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Jim Grimes (Linda), Don Grimes (Kelly); his sisters, Shirley Hedman (Gordie); and Bonnie Grimes-Peoples (James). Uncle Bob also leaves behind many cherished nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Odis Neal and Mary Helen Grimes, and sister Linda Franklin and husband Billy.
Robert will always be remembered for his generous nature; party anthems; hard work throughout his life; love of the Dallas Cowboys and Nascar #2 driver, Brad Keselowski; meticulous lawncare; his endless pride in his family’s accomplishments; and the overwhelming number of people who hold a place for him in their hearts.
A Celebration of his legendary life is being hosted by his cherished wife, Tina Grimes, at 1475 Riviera Drive, Blythe, California 92225 on Saturday October 9, 2021 at 4:00 pm.
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Always in our hearts and thoughts. That smile that lit up the room, those sayings that stick with us forever. Always so kind and caring.
Knew no strangers, a friend to all.
You will be missed but never forgotten.
Love, Bryan and Cassandra
Cassandra Cambisaca
October 08, 2021 | Phoenix, AZ | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sheila Carlton
September 28, 2021 | Newalla, OK | Friend
First let me share my condolences to Roberts family, Bobby you are known by just about everyone I know in Blythe and not one of those people I have ever heard a bad word toward you, welllll maybe one, that was down in Palo Verde long time ago YOUuu KNOW who Im talking about lol Please say hello to Tony for me and know you both are loved and missed by everyone from B-Town & E-Town Dottie
Dottie
September 27, 2021 | Friend
My prayers go out to the Grimes family. Robert was a great guy and a great friend so many great times and memories with him. He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace
Marie Delfine
September 25, 2021 | Blythe, CA | Friend
My prayers for the grimes family. Robert will be missed.
Virginia Johnson
September 24, 2021 | Blythe, CA | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. You will forever be missed. "....Don't mess my hair up!"
Gail & Dennis Baker
September 24, 2021 | Lakeside, CA | Friend
You were a special friend to all who met and knew you. My son Bryan Shumway thought the world of you. Rest easy with God young man.
You will be thought of with smiles in the heart.
Susan Shumway-Scharnberg
September 24, 2021 | Peoria, AZ | Friend
My Sincere and Heartfelt Condolences to All the Family..... May God Give U Strength Comfort and Peace during your time of bereavement.....I worked with Robert for years at CVSP in the Education Department, he was a Great Guy.... I know he will be missed
Kelly Williams-Crowe
September 23, 2021 | PALM DESERT, CA | Coworker
I Remember Bob Grimes as a very loving man of his family and friends.
He was a good friend for many years.
My prayers are with his family and friends. May you R.I.P. BOB. GOD BLESS YOU FOR SERVING OUR COUNTRY.
Gloria Bagwell
September 23, 2021 | Hillsboro, OH | Friend