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Ray Forrest Grimes

Ray Grimes Obituary

News Death Notice

GRIMES, Ray Forrest age 70 of Dayton, passed on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. Born in Bolivar, TN., son of the late Rev. James R. & Ocie Bell Grimes. Preceded in death sister Doris Johnson & brother Dylan. Survived by Cheryl Grimes, sons Re'shawn & Charrod Grimes, daughter Nicole (Bernard), grandchildren Dominique, Sydney, Charrod Jr., Zaire, Derae', Isaac, Kaira, sister: LaVera Brown, brothers: James (Edwina), Albert (Janice), and Dewey; in-laws William Johnson, Cecilia & James Bacchus, six nieces, a nephew and a host of other relatives and friends. Ray, a graduate of Lane College & Xavier Univ. a retired educator & coach of Dayton Public Schools, member of Omega Baptist Church, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Harmony Lodge, Madden Men Golf Association, and The Volleyball Club, and a former owner of Silver Fox. Memorial Celebration Services: Fri. Nov. 19, Omega Baptist Church Chapel 1810 Harvard Blvd. Dayton, OH 4pm.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Nov. 14, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Ray Grimes

30 Entries

November 25, 2010

I liked Ray. I liked his leadership abilities , his engagement in golf organizations and his friendliness. I shall miss him. My condoences go out to each family member.

John Evans

Gwen Carlton

November 20, 2010

It was sad to here about the passing of Mr. Grimes, he was my teacher at Roosevelt High School, he will truly be missed. My prayers go out to his family. Gwen Burney Carlton "Class of 68"

Foster Peters

November 20, 2010

To the family, HONESTY is the word I remember about Ray, he always told me that being honest would work no matter what you are doing, You have my heartfelt sympathy and will be in my prayers during this time of sadness.

Vickie Wilson

November 19, 2010

To: Cheryl Grimes and family. I would like to send my condolences to the family and know that God is with you all at this time of sorrow and will never leave you or forsake you. May God bless you all! Love in Christ Jesus, Vickie L. Wilson

Dale & Cathy Smith

November 18, 2010

To Cheryl and family, Mr. Grimes taught my husband Dale Smith at Roosevelt High School and he was one of my favorite customers at Revco Westown. Mr. Grimes always had a smile on his face. He was a joy to know. I will miss him at the track meets at Welcome Stadium. He is now at peace. I am here when needed.

Carolyn Peters

November 18, 2010

To cheryl and family may god bless you during this time of sorrow. Ray was a great educator and friend. He will be truly missed, he is absent from his body yet he is present with the lord. Prayfully Carolyn Peters.

Alicia Passmore

November 18, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Aletha Newell-Boggs

November 17, 2010

God bless and be with the Grimes family, at this time of loss.There is no pain on earth worse than this.But the Lord will be there when you need. Roosevelt class of "72" loved Mr Ray Grimes also. My prayers are with you all...

Ora Reed

November 17, 2010

To My friend Cheryl and her Family, You are in my prayers during this time of loss. For this journey of life, we are all given a Boarding Pass, that is non-transferable. Delight in the Blessings and Sunrise of each New Day! I'll Be Loving YOU...."ALWAYS"...
Ora
Tokyo, Japan

leroy luckie

November 17, 2010

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sylvia Crutcher

November 16, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Grimes family. There are so many kind words I can share about Ray. Sincere, Caring, Excellent friend, Helpful, Humourous and just a Total Joy to be around during the eleven years we shared in Ohio. He will deeply be missed by many. May God keep his loving arms around you during this time and give you the peace, comfort and strength you need.

Amy Dennis

November 16, 2010

My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to the family of Mr. Ray Grimes. May you find comfort in God during this time of sorrow.

~~Silver Fox~~

November 16, 2010

Deepest Sympathy to the Grimes Family on the loss of your loved one. Mr. Grimes was one of the best teachers at Roosevelt High School. May God bring you peace at your time of bereavement.

Roosevelt High School
Class of 1974

William "Bill" Andrews

November 16, 2010

To the Grimes family, I send my heartfelt
condolences. All I ever knew about Ray was good. May he rest in peace.

Joseph M. Collier, Jr.

November 16, 2010

To The Grimes-Brown Family:
I am so sad to hear of Ray's death. The Grimes, Collier and Franklin families have been friends for many years.I have so many great memories of Ray growing up. Ray was one of my uncle Dempsey Franklin's closest friends, and of course Lavera and my mother,Allura Collier were close lifetime friends until my mother's death. My prayers are with you and I so wish I could be with you. May God now give you peace, focus, and comfort.
Sincerely,

Donald & Gloria Jackson

November 16, 2010

We are sorry to hear of your loss. We send our heartfelt sympathy. We enjoyed all of the times we golfed with Ray and his great personality. Our prayers are with the family.

Artis Moore

November 16, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jennifer Gibson-Weimer

November 16, 2010

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Mr.Grimes was a very good teacher and man. Your family is in our prayers and may God be with you during this time.

Jeanie & Lynn Dialysis Center North

November 15, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of Mr Grimes passing. Our deepest sympathy to his family.

Helen Weaver

November 15, 2010

To The Grimes Family,
My hearfelt sympathy in the passing of your loved one Mr Ray Grimes. He will always be remembered as the man with the smile..a personality that outshined the sun, a true gentleman in all aspects. Seek God when the trying times fall upon you. You have lost a special family member and I have lost a good friend.

Olivia Knight

November 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during the loss. May God forever keep His loving arms around you and your family.

charla rutledghe

November 14, 2010

May you rest in peace, and may the Lords peace be with your family. Rest on my friend.

Willie Freeman

November 14, 2010

My sympathy to all of Ray's family.

Willie Freeman

November 14, 2010

A kind and thoughtful person who will be sorely missed.

Meadows Family

November 14, 2010

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Grimes family. We are sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Grimes was a wonderful teacher, mentor , and man.

Patricia Hall

November 14, 2010

I'll miss him, and his delicious Thanksgiving dinners I attended at his home throughout the years. Rest in peace, my friend.

Patricia A. Hall

November 14, 2010

TO ONE OF THE BEST TEACHERS AT ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL IN DAYTON, OHIO WE THE POPE FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF MR. RAY GRIMES. BARBARA ,DONZELL POPE,DAYTON,OHIO

Gerald Martin

November 14, 2010

To The Family, We Send to each of you Our Deepest Sympathy in the passing of Ray. Darryl and Gerald Martin.

LILLIE WILLIAMS

November 14, 2010

My prayers go to the Grimes family, Mr. Grimes was my teacher at Roosevelt High School he was a very good teacher we all loved him, and he will be missed. My prayers go out to the Grimes family and God Bless.

Jolene Wallace

November 14, 2010

To the Family...
I pray for your strength and wisdom at this time. Ray was a friend and colleague, and we will miss him.

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