Gerard J. "Jerry" Grimm Sr.

Gerard J. "Jerry" Grimm Sr. obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Gerard J. "Jerry" Grimm Sr.

Gerard Grimm Obituary

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Jerry passed peacefully after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, age 74, of Scott Township. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda (Francis) Grimm; son of the late Louis and Catherine (Hoffmann) Grimm; brother of Thomas J. (Teresa) Grimm and the late Louis L. Grimm, Jr.; loving father of Gerard (the late Katherine) Grimm, Jr., Laura (William IV) Howley and Catherine (Michael, Sr.) Karbowski; cherished Pap of Michael, Lexi and Colin Grimm; Brianna McGee, Marisa and Billy Howley; Jenna, Michael, Jr. and Kaylee Karbowski; loving great-grandfather of Kaylin, Mia and Maura McGee; son-in-law of Bernard Francis and the late Margaret (Cypher) Francis; brother-in-law of Bernard, Jr.,(Kim) and the late Thomas (surviving spouse Joanne) Francis; also survived by his nephew, Brian (Beth) Francis; and great-nieces, Alyssa and Jordyn Francis; and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry was part of the family business, Louis L. Grimm Trucking Co., and became president from 1977-1981. After many years in the trucking industry, Jerry joined the Avis Car Rental team where he developed lifelong friendships. Jerry lived a full life and loved to spend his time traveling with family and friends.

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December 10, 2024

Edward Schultz posted to the memorial.

December 10, 2022

Edward Schultz posted to the memorial.

December 21, 2015

Jim & Kathy Reehl posted to the memorial.

Edward Schultz

December 10, 2024

Linda as the years pass the memory of my greatest friend will never be forgotten RIP my friend your friend Ed Schultz

Edward Schultz

December 10, 2022

My long time friend and one of the best have spent many years with him and family was one who always was there to share good times with his friends and many great years on enjoyment together rest in peace and you will always be missed and remembered my friend Edward Schultz

Jim & Kathy Reehl

December 21, 2015

We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May your fond memories of Jerry comfort you in his loss.

Paul Sabol

December 17, 2015

Everyone that met you, instantly felt your warmth!

Everyone that knew you, cherished your friendship!

We will always remember your incredible courage...and be praying for you at every Mass.

Our sincere sympathy to Linda and the Family!

Paul and Marie Sabol

Linda Grimm Franz

December 20, 2015

Jerry, Laura & Cathy,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your Father rest in peace.
Joe & Linda (Grimm) Franz

Erin Conroy

December 20, 2015

To the Grimm Family, so sorry to hear of your dads passing. You All are in my thoughts and prayers and especially in my heart... God gained another Angel.

Lisa Schultz Glenn

December 19, 2015

To the entire Grimm family, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Grimms passing. As my Dad said, we have so many wonderful memories growing up with your family. I can still hear your Dad calling me..
"Mona Lisa".
He was a wonderful man, loved by so many. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time ❤
LIsa & family

EDWARDJOHN SCHULTZ

December 19, 2015

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE GRIMM FAMILY GERRY WAS MORE THAN A BEST FRIEND AS WE ENJOYED MANY YEARS OF FUN AND FRIENDSHIP GOING ON TRIPS GAMES PLAYING SOFTBALL FOR MANY YEARS GOLFING JUST TOO MANY GREAT TIMES WILL NEVER BE FORGOT AS ONE OF THE VERY BEST GUYS I HAD THE PLEASURE OF BEING AROUND AS A TRUE FRIEND RIP

Mary Lee Schultz

December 17, 2015

To the Grimm family, was sadden to hear of Jerry's passing. Like Mike said there are many, many memories of all the fun we had years ago. Rest in peace Jerry.
Mary Lee Schultz.

Mike and Carol Sabol

December 17, 2015

Its hard to believe that you are gone . So many fun times and great times we had together .You were like a family member to the Sabol,s , visiting our home no matter where we lived . Our kids thought you were their uncle . THATS YOU ! You made everyone feel warm and fuzzy . Our trips and events were a BLAST ...cruises , Palm Springs , Arizona , Vegas , golf, card games , dinners , Atlanta , ....we can go on and on .
WE WILL MISS YOU .

Tom Welch

December 17, 2015

You have fought the hard fight, now Rest in Peace my friend. A class act to all who knew him. Your time of suffering has won you a place in heaven. AOH 32 will miss you as will all friends and family.

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