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Daniel Grimmer Obituary
Daniel Fred "Dapper Dan" Grimmer, 84, of Belleville, Ill., born Nov. 26, 1927, in Mascoutah, Ill., died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, at his residence.
Daniel had retired from Lipe Roofing, Belleville, Ill., after 47 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Belleville, Ill. Mr. Grimmer was also a member of Roofers and Waterproofers Union Local 2, an active member of the Quail Club, and an avid fisherman.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Juanita, nee Morrison, Grimmer, who died Jan. 28, 1997; his parents, Frank and Edna, nee Griesbaum, Grimmer; three brothers, Frank, Joseph, and David Grimmer; and a sister, Janet Rujawitz.
Surviving are his daughter, Kathy (Dave) Tiedemann of Belleville, Ill.; his son, Danny (Debbie) Grimmer of Waterloo, Ill.; a brother and six sisters, Helen Schmellmeyer, Virginia Wild, Lucille Alexander, Harlan Grimmer, Dorothy Tiemann, Margie Calhoun, and Martha "Mertie" Corwin; four grandchildren, David Tiedemann, Julie (Matt) Visintine, Brian (Meghan) Grimmer, and Erin (fiance, Jason Remelius) Grimmer; three great-grandchildren, Jason Tiedemann, Emma Tiedemann, and Gracie Grimmer; and one great-grandbaby, Dean Grimmer, on the way.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois or to the animal shelter of the donor's choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012, and from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012, at the funeral home with Monsignor William McGhee officiating. Burial will be at Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Ill.
GEORGE RENNER & SONS FUNERAL HOME, Belleville, Ill.
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Brenda Hoerchler
January 18, 2012
Very pleasant memories of Dan while I was growing up, he was always smiling and very funny. I'm sure he will be missed by the family.
B. Hoerchler (Griesbaum)
Joe & Denise Berkel
January 17, 2012
My deepest sympathies go out to the Grimmer Family. Going to seriously miss the best neighbor ever. Going to miss sitting on the back of his truck, in his driveway, talking in the summer time & leaving with greenbeans, tomatoes & a smile.
Diane Sinn
January 17, 2012
Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Know he is in a better place and is not suffering anymore.
Katie Leveling
January 17, 2012
My deepest sympathies go out to the Grimmer family. I have known Danny my entire life from being out at the Quail Club. I will sure miss seeing that green truck pulling in the parking lot and him teasing me and calling me "Suzie". Who could forget those wonderful fresh green beans he would pick from the garden just for me, because he knew just how much I loved them. They were always delivered in a plastic bread bag with a smile. I know my dog Chase sure is going to miss him as well. Chase was always greeted with either a bone or a slim-jim from Danny. He would sit there and cut it piece by piece with his little pocket knife and feed it to him everytime he would see him. Danny will be missed by all who knew him and the Quail Club won't be the same without him.
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Marti Happel
January 17, 2012
To the members of the Grimmer family, Please know that Danny is in Heaven with my husband,Clyde, and all the other members of the Quail Club who have taken the Wednesday club North. I hope God comforts you in your loss.
Lou Alexander
January 16, 2012
I will miss you, my brother
Lou Alexander
January 16, 2012
I will miss you, my big brother...
Erin Grimmer
January 16, 2012
He was a truly amazing man and the best Grandfather anyone could ask for. You will be greatly missed Gramps. Love always, Wigglebutts.
Kathy Miller
January 16, 2012
I know he was a loved man and heard he was a good cook. Hope all you
your memories bring you comfort. Kathy Miller
kathy McDade-Draper
January 16, 2012
Rest in Peace..sympathies to the family!
January 16, 2012
To Kathy, "Aunt" Ginny, Danny & The entire Grimmer Family:
We were so sorry to hear about "Dapper's" passing. We are in Florida and won't be able to attend the funeral. Danny was a hoot. Told it like it was and didn't pull any punches. We loved him dearly and will surely miss him
at the Quail Club. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.
Suzie & Kenny Guest (Belleville, IL)
Mark Rujawitz
January 16, 2012
A few thoughts on my uncle over the years:
1) He floated down an iceberg just to get here (or so he says).
2) He still has a bowling team named after him (Dapper Dan's).
3) In a world of Cardinal fans, he maintained his Cub loyalty.
4) We will miss his his dedication to those people and organizations that surrounded him (and his cooking).
He personally made my early childhood days entertaining with his clubhouse shenanigans. My condolences to all his family.
Helen Smith
January 16, 2012
My sincere sympathy to all. Our children grew up together when we lived on 35th street. They were great neighbors.
Helen Smith
Gracie, as a baby, and great-papa at the parade.
January 16, 2012
Gracie will miss giving him knuckles and kisses on the cheek.
Melody Armstrong
January 16, 2012
Your family was so blessed to have him in your life for so many years. I only met him a few times but heard about him all the time from Brian and Meghan. What a wonderful start to Gracie's life to have him in her life. Wednesday night suppers were such a gift! Deepest sympathy, Mel and Tad Armstrong
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