Randy James Grim

Randy James Grim obituary, Gregory, SD

Randy James Grim

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Feb

15

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Gregory Lanes

308 Main St, Gregory, SD 57533

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Randy Grim Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kotrba-Smith Funeral Home on Feb. 7, 2026.
Randy James Grim was born on July 12, 1960, to Leonard "Ray" and Irene (Stahlecker) Grim in Gregory, SD. He was the seventh born child in a family of ten. He grew up on the family farm six miles south of Gregory.

Randy attended Gordon School District #46, until it closed, and then graduated from Gregory Public School in 1978. Throughout his life, Randy was known for his curiosity, kindness, and laughter. He was a dedicated father and a loyal brother, always taking great pride in his work and cherishing his time at the farm. After working various jobs, Randy began a fulfilling career with Soukup in Sioux Falls, SD, retiring in 2021 to return to the peace and contentment of the family farm

Randy passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at age 65, surrounded with love.

Randy is survived by his sons, Cory (Rapid City, SD), Kyle (McKenzie) (Rapid City, SD) and Cody (Sioux Falls, SD); grandchildren Mya (9 y/o), Kai (4 y/o) and Ava (2 y/o). Randy was a cherished sibling of Rich (Sara) Grim, Jan Schrader, Darwin (Kerri) Grim, Tina (Corey) Kaltenberg; sister-in-law Nancy Grim; brother-in-law Delbert Klein; and many nieces and nephews.

Randy is reunited with his parents Leonard "Ray" and Irene, his grandparents, his brothers: Larry, Rodney, and Danny, his sisters Patricia Klein and Nola Grim, and infant siblings: Dennis and Cheryl.

Randy's family will host a celebration of his life on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 12 PM, at Gregory Lanes in Gregory, SD.

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Upcoming Events

Feb

15

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Gregory Lanes

308 Main St, Gregory, SD 57533

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Services provided by

Kotrba-Smith Funeral Home