James Anthony "Jim" Grawey

James Anthony "Jim" Grawey obituary

James Anthony "Jim" Grawey

James Grawey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by All Veterans Funeral & Cremation - Wheat Ridge on Mar. 11, 2026.
James Anthony "Jim" Grawey, 81, of Colorado, passed away on March 3, 2026. Born in San Bernardino, California, Jim grew up in Illinois and spent most of his life in Colorado.

Jim served his country in the United States Air Force and later worked in construction and as a bartender. He was known for his wonderful sense of humor and his love of telling a good joke, bringing laughter to all who knew him.

He is survived by his children, James Grawey II, and Ginger Perkins (Ryan); his grandchildren Nathan Grawey, Samantha Grawey, Riley Schmelzer, and Emily Gorman (Tyler) with great-grandchild Wynter; and his sisters, Anne Applegate, Kathryn Grawey-Schmidt, and Patricia Grawey-Beeler (Rick). He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Louise Grawey, his brothers-in-law, Terry Applegate and Dan Schmidt, and his nephew Bradley Applegate.

There will be no funeral at this time. Jim's memory can be honored by hugging your loved ones and sharing your laughter, just as he would have wanted.

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