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Richard A. Grimshaw
1955 - 2022
Richard A. Grimshaw
1955 - 2022
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BORN
1955
DIED
2022
Richard Grimshaw Obituary
Survivors: In addition to his mother; sons, Ian M. Grimshaw (Sara) of Charleston, SC, Justin M. Grimshaw (Julia) of Center Valley; siblings, Henry "Bud" Grimshaw, Jr. (Donna) of Salisbury Township, Judy Grimes (Michael) of Florida, Donna Pfneisel (Frank) of Center Valley, Carol Hamory (Henry) of Salisbury Township, Pam Lewis of Northampton; grandchildren, Justin Jr., Evelyn; mother of his children, Rose Grimshaw.
Service: A Celebration of Richard's Life will be held at a later date. No public calling hours. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics of Pennsylvania c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
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Hakim Luqmaan
August 14, 2025
Those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever. Greatly loved, deeply missed. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Love you always, Donna
July 19, 2025
It is almost 3 years of not seeing you or hearing your voice, your daily text the whole month of April to wish me happy birthday, because you know I celebrate the whole month, going to Longhorne´s steak house because you swore they had the best steaks, our debates on politics, but most of all knowing my younger brother swore to always be there to protect me! Miss you so much
Carol
July 18, 2025
So now it´s just about 3 years since you left us.... It really doesn´t get easier! I think about you so often and wish I could be having our weekly chats. You are truly loved and missed,my dear brother. This year has been another rough one for us with the passing of our sister Judy.. Miss her so much too. I do get a little bit of comfort knowing that she is with you and daddy. Broken hearts don´t fully heal
Pam
July 21, 2024
Ricky...
It just has not gotten any easier, I miss you more than you will ever know!!! You were ALWAYS there when I needed you, my heart is so broken. I love you big brother
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Kent Kemmerer
July 20, 2024
To the Grimshaw family,
Here it is another year without Rick has passed. Seems to go faster each year the older we are.
As I said, Rick may be gone but he´ll "never be forgotten"! We love ya all.
Your brothers and sisters of UAW Local 5841 Retired Workers Chapter.
c/o Kent Kemmerer, Chairperson
Janebo
July 20, 2024
Rickbo, I miss you soo much!!
It's been a long 2 yrs without you. I miss seeing you, going out to eat, and your stupid jokes. I hope your riding in Heaven with Christ. Love you.
Donna
July 19, 2024
My baby brother, oh how I miss you! The pain just doesn´t go away...I still wish this was just a bad dream...it´s hard to believe how fast these two years went. I think about you everyday. You would be so proud of your boys, Justin is a great dad, involved in everything his kids do, just like you were, and they treat mom so well! Ian spoiled her when he was here, she couldn´t stop bragging on that! I know she sees you in them, and that brings her some comfort. Rest in peace and as daddy would say " love you more than you will ever know kiddo"
Hakim Luqmaan
July 18, 2024
We have all lost a dear friend, but let us remember the laughter, love, and joy Rick brought into our lives. Together, we can honor their memory and cherish the moments we shared.
Love, Carol
July 18, 2024
So now it´s been 2 years, how is that even possible? I think about you all the time and still expect a weekly phone call. I miss our talks about anything and everything, especially about our kids and grandkids. I got to spend time with Ian while he was in town last week, omg, what a great kid( man)! You would be so proud of what he is doing with his life. It made me sad to hear his stories and knowing how you and I would have been talking about them in our weekly talks. Bitter, sweet moments. Rest in peace my dear brother. I love you!
Pam
July 21, 2023
Ricky
Miss you so very much big brother, you left us way to soon, the memories will be with me forever.
Donna
July 20, 2023
One year and I still feel like I can´t wake up from this nightmare! The pain just doesn´t go away, I miss you so much Donna
Kent Kemmerer
July 19, 2023
To all the whole Grimshaw family. They say time heals all wounds, which it does. However it´s hard to believe a year has passed.
Your Brothers and Sisters of UAW Retired Workers Chapter 5841 will remember forever! God bless all of you! He may be gone but not forgotten.
Kent Kemmerer, Chairperson
UAW RWC 5841
Hakim Luqmaan
July 19, 2023
Friendship transcends death. Memories made will never be forgotten and created a lasting impression on those they left behind. Everyone became a better person for having Rick such a wonderful friend.
Jackie Kirton
July 18, 2023
It´s been a year since you left this world to be with our Heavenly Father. I can just imagine how amazing , wonderful and heart warming it must have been to be standing in the presence of our savior and to be reunited with your earthly father and other family members and friends. Those that you left behind who loved you miss you so very much. You made an impression in my life and became my best friend at Mack Truck in Winnsboro. Oh what I would give to be able to go back to those days were we worked in the same area in sub assembly upstairs. You would talk me into doing part of your work so you could go downstairs to say good morning and socialize with your friends downstairs. You loved so many people there and always wanted to go make their day better. You, my friend, were truly one of a kind and no one could ever take your place. I think if you very often and miss you so very much. Miss talking with you and seeing you when I went to PA and when you came back to SC. I am sure in Heaven you have made so many friends and are very happy. You helped me so much through the loss of my son Steve and for that reason among others you will always hold a very special place in my heart. Now Steve´s youngest son, Stevie, left us last year at the age of 26, and was able to be reunited with his father. Hid is so good. If you happen to run into my son and grandson please tell them I miss them so much and that I love them both with all my heart. Looking forward to seeing you in Heaven one day and until then remember that I love you.
Jane Grimshaw
July 18, 2023
My Dearest Rickbo, it's been a year since you've gone and I really really miss talking to you. Love always, your Janebo.
AKHNATON B LUQMAAN
August 6, 2022
My fireind, I will surely miss our calls during football season.
GO COWBOYS
Pamela Lewis
August 1, 2022
I really don´t know how to express how I´m feeling, I am just so lost, Ricky I spoke to you on Tuesday, asking for her help with one of my clients, if only I would have known you weren´t well yourself. You have two AMAZING sons to carry on your legacy.
You left us way too soon, but now daddy is not alone. I´m going to miss not getting a message the day before & the day of my birthday, and I´m going to miss not hearing Pammajean Frances Grimshaw!!! I love you!! Rest In Peace big brother...
Hakim Luqmaan
July 30, 2022
To the Grimshaw Family, my condolences on your loss.
I will miss my non stop calls / texts from Rick ("hey Cowboy) whenever the Cowboys , Yankees, or Ohio State, would loose a game , especially when the Eagles would beat the Cowboys .
He was my brother and I will miss him dearly .
Ian and Justin I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. Please accept my condolences and let me know if there's anything I can do to help during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones right now. I hope you're able to find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Be Blessed,
Hakim (Cowboy)
Audrey Cashman
July 28, 2022
I was stunned and saddened when Scott contacted me to tell me of Rick's passing. Bea I send you my sincere sympathy. Mothers always hope and pray that we never have to experience the passing of a child. May the prayers of family and friends help ease your sorrow, as well as his sons', grandchildren, and Bud, Judy, Donna, Carol and Pam. Rest in peace Rick.
Audrey
Felix and Yolanda
July 27, 2022
I can't believe you're gone brother! Great memories riding together our motorcycles down south! May you rest in peace Rick! My sincere condolences to the Grimshaw family!
Anna Marie Moyer
July 27, 2022
To the Grimshaw family my sincere condolences for the passing of my dear friend Rick. I will miss our talks and lunches and excursions where he would always say "I think this is the way" He always made me laugh! He was a proud father and Pepe to his sons and grandchildren and will be missed dearly. Rest peacefully Ricky...Love you
Elizabeth and Shirley
July 26, 2022
Pam and the whole Grimshaw family. Accept our condolences on your loss.
Carol
July 26, 2022
Oh my brother, my heart is so broken! I am going to miss our weekly morning chats about anything and everything going on in both of our lives, how proud you were of Ian and Justin and your grandkids Junior and Evelyn. I will miss talking about our childhood, your time in the Navy (which you were so proud of), family, extended family , friends, list goes on and on! I miss you terribly already but I do get some comfort knowing you are with daddy and other family that are no longer with us. Rest In Peace, I love you and miss you deeply!
Jackie Kirton
July 26, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing and my heart goes out to the family and friends of Rick. I met Rick through work at Mack Trucks in Winnsboro. We worked in the same department and immediately become besties. Rick was a good friend and a great man. He was so much fun to be around and made working so much better because he was always in a good mood and always so funny. Rick truly loved his mother as he talked about her often with love and respect and to me that proved he was a great person with a good heart. He also loved his sons who were his pride and joy. After Rick returned to Allentown we talked over the years and saw each other several times during my travels and his when he came back down to SC to visit his son. When Rick became a grandfather he was elated with joy as his family grew. Family was always first to Rick. I will truly miss my friend, miss talking to him and miss him calling me Jackalinabeana. Don't know how he came up with that but he did. Typical Rick. I am going to miss you so much. Love you my friend and I know you are happy to be reunited with your dad. Until we meet again you will always hold a special place in my heart.
Lynne & Maury Chaput
July 25, 2022
Rest In Peace Saulor.
Gus Kustafik
July 25, 2022
Brother Rick we had many good times in Winnsboro, I can still hear,that crazy laugh ! RIP and God bless the family during the trying times.
Willard Beck
July 25, 2022
I knew Rick for a long time. Linda and I will miss him. May God be with him.
Deborah Wolfer
July 25, 2022
Mrs. Grimshaw And family, I am sorry to hear about Rick, he was one of the good guys, always laughing and a big hug every time I saw him. He will be missed!
Kent Kemmerer, UAW RWC 5841
July 25, 2022
To all the Grimshaw family. It is with great sorrow to hear of Brother Rick´s passing. From all his brothers & sisters of the Mack Trucks Winnsboro facility & UAW Local 5841. We will never forget his dedicated commitment to this facility & Local. We´ll miss him always. May he Rest In Peace. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Kent Kemmerer, Chairperson
UAW Retired Workers Chapter (RWC) 5841
Becky Holben
July 25, 2022
RIP, Rick good times in Winnsboro will always bring you into memory, thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God Bless
Jane Grimshaw
July 25, 2022
I wanted to add more to my previous message....Rickbo' You will be missed Dearly!! I will cherish the 13 yrs we had together. My Sincerest condolences to all the Grimshaw Family. May you find peace, Joy and solice in remembering his good nature and lovable ways. Rejoice his Life! Love always, Jane Grimshaw
Janebo'
July 25, 2022
I just cannot believe you are gone..My Rickbo', your Janebo'. Where do I begin to tell you that you were the Love of my life too. Even though we didn't make it together, we were absolutely the best of friends apart. A wonderful Father to my Daughter, and a Pepe to Alicia. I am deeply saddened to hear this unexpected news of your passing. Just two weeks ago we made plans to go traveling together in our motor home we were going to buy. Lol. I feel a whirlwind of emotions. You taught me how to ride a motorcycle and boy oh boy, the many adventures we had. Your wit was comical, your love was endless, and your debates seemed to go on and on and on. Lol. Your Patriotism was undeniable. I love my Navy man. You will forever be in my Heart. Ride on the Highway to Heaven. Janebo'.
Tina Baum
July 25, 2022
Mrs Grimshaw, Donna and family. I know what an important part of your family Rick was and how much he is loved. At this difficult time, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Tina
Judy Grimshaw Grimes
July 25, 2022
I need to wake up from this bad dream can´t believe you are gone my youngest brother Even though we hardly saw each other due to distant we talked on phone. I miss you already and love you very much. Hope you Rest In Peace until we meet again.
Angi Cooper (Gibiser)
July 24, 2022
Justin- tho it's been years since I saw you, I want to send my condolences to you during the loss of your dad. Wishing you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time
Phyllis Mickley
July 24, 2022
Bud and family
I´m so sorry for the loss of your brother. May your memories always keep him alive in your hearts.
Linda Albenzi
July 24, 2022
Carol and family-My deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. I wish you peace and comfort as you grieve.
Connie Graaf
July 24, 2022
Bea and family- We are so sorry to hear about Rick's passing. He will be missed by family and friends. I know he loved his family and would do anything for them. I met Rick when he was 16 yrs. old. I had recently moved here
from ND, he was like having a little brother. I could joke around with him like I did with my brothers back home.
God bless you and your family. May He grant you comfort, peace of heart and strength. We will remember
you and Rick in our prayers. God bless, Connie Graaf
David & Penny Thomas
July 24, 2022
Dear Grimshaw Family, so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. Our Deepest Sympathies go out to everyone. May you find comfort in the memories you have created over his lifetime with you. Rest in peace, God Bless.
Grateful
July 24, 2022
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Donna (Kohl) Gerhart
July 24, 2022
Donna and family,
So sorry to read about the passing of your brother. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You are in my prayers.
Dean Haberstroh
July 24, 2022
We had good times, See Ya on the other side, Love Ya!!!
Les Haberstumpf
July 24, 2022
Dear family of Rick, We are sorry to hear of Rick´s sudden passing. We´ve known Rick a very long time. He talked proudly about his boys & families when we saw him about a year ago. I worked with Rick for many years and we had fun when we did. And, of course, the family connection. May your fond memories with Rick bring lightness to your hearts as time goes on. With Love, Linda & Les
A grateful American.
July 24, 2022
Sir, thank you for your service.
Sandi Procina
July 24, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Grimshaw family. May your memories comfort you in the days to come.
Sandy Diacogiannis
July 24, 2022
Donna & Family - I am sorry to read of your brother´s passing. I know how hard it is to lose a sibling. May your memories of Rick bring you comfort and peace, and may he rest in Eternal peace.
Sandy Diacogiannis
Donna
July 24, 2022
I feel like I´m in a bad dream and just can´t wake up...I´m going to miss our talks, outings, and debates (lol) ... your voice, your wit, and you impeccable laugh... even though you were my younger brother, you told me you would always be my protector, no matter what I needed. I´m trying to be strong especially for mom, because that´s what you would want...So Rest In Peace, and as daddy would say "I love you kiddo more than you will ever know"
Dot and Ed Hartman
July 24, 2022
Sorry to the family for the loss of Rick, I worked with Rick and we rode bikes together. Rick was a great guy and lots of fun to be around
Robert Miklas
July 24, 2022
You are now relieved from your watch. A job well done fellow Vietnam Veteran. Your country is proud of you. Smooth sailing. A Navy Vietnam Veteran.
Denise (Wippel)Navarre
July 24, 2022
Mrs. Grimshaw and family: i am very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, father and grandfather. You are all in my prayers.
Scott Gehringer
July 24, 2022
To The Grimshaw Family
I Was Saddened To Hear Of Richards Passing.May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
Frank & Judy Wippel
July 24, 2022
To the whole Grimshaw family, so sorry your loss. The loss was a son, a brother and a father. I know our words
won't ease the pain, but our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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