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Harold GRINNELL Obituary
Age 97, of Kettering, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021. Harold was born June 24, 1924, in Yellow Springs to
Harold Russell and Mary Alma (Rice) Grinnell. He was a graduate of Brian High School in
Yellow Springs, and served in the U.S. Marines from 1942-1945, earning the rank of Sgt. and was honorably discharged. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Marion
"Buddy" Grinnell; sister, Mary Charles; and grandsons, Mathew Grinnell and Matthew Fraver. Harold is survived by his wife, Jody; sons, Alan (Sharon), Steven (Mary), Norman (Suellen) Fraver, and Rob (Polly) Fraver; daughter, Joyce (Mark) Kleinke; 12 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the very caring staff at Oak Creek Terrace Rehab facility and
especially to the many friends Harold made through his many and varied work experiences. Private family services will be held. In memory of Harold, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Fond memories and
expressions of sympathy may be made at www.routsong.com.
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Gary and Kathy Heeb
October 28, 2022
We realize that it is over a year since the passing of "Grinney", but we just stumbled upon this sad news today. We knew your beloved family member through two different paths. Kathy worked with Alma at Four Oaks School (Happy Times School) in Xenia and Gary knew Harold through Centerville Building Supply, as his building contractor rep. He was a lovely, gentle man and had a very sweet and giving Mother and we are both lucky to have known both of them. Our sincerest condolences to all of the Family.
Gary & Kathy (Kuntz) Heeb
Margaret Cook
October 31, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Harold. I was one of the CCJC team who worked with him for many years.
He was a delightful man.
Mary Lou Devers Irving, Texas
October 22, 2021
Dear Jody: There are no word to express my sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I think of often & will contact you in the near future. My love & prayers are with you.
Sincerely: Mary Lou
Roger and Terry Schalnat
October 21, 2021
Jody and family, Roger and I offer our deepest sympathy. You and your family will be in our prayers. We would like to stop by and see you sometime soon.
Ann Waits Herbert
October 21, 2021
I worked with Harold at Centerville Builders Supply for many years. I enjoyed working with Grinnie. Praying for family.
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