Jimmie Dale "Jim" Grisham

Wylie - Jimmie (Jim) Dale Grisham passed away on November 10, 2023, in Wylie, TX. He was 87 years old. He was

born on February 20, 1936, in Quanah, TX, to Marvin and Ruby Grisham. In 1958, he moved to Ft.

Benning GA, when he enlisted in the Army. At Ft. Benning, he met Barbara Anne French, and they were

married February 14, 1960. He was proud that he never forgot their anniversary.

They lived most of their married life in Odessa, TX where they raised their children. Jim was a successful

salesman for State Chemical Company for 25 years, and then for Mayfield Paper Company for 26 years.

He won many awards and trips during his career. They moved to Germantown, TN in 2013 to be closer to

family. While he enjoyed Tennessee, his greatest wish was to return to Texas which he always considered

home. He and Anne moved to Wylie, TX on September 1, 2023.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother Thomas Grisham.

He is survived by daughter Gwen (and Steve) Loveless of Collierville, TN. His son Steven (and Char) of El

Dorado, KS. His brother Kenneth (and Shirley) of Albuquerque, NM. 6 Grandchildren, and 3 Great

Grandchildren.

There will be a Memorial Service on January 13, 2023 at 10 am at

Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home, 2925 Fifth St. Sachse, Texas.