Devon GRIMME Obituary

GRIMME, Devon

27, of Gainesville, died accidentally on his beloved island of Kauai, on Sept. 21, 2015. Devon was born in Honolulu, HI and moved to Tarpon Springs at age 10. He graduated class Valedictorian from East Lake High School in 2006. He received an undergraduate degree and an M.B.A. at the University of Florida on full scholarships. Devon was an exemplary scholar and academic, receiving countless awards, scholarships, grants, and honors throughout his entire life. He worked for Prometheon Pharma, developers of a needle-less insulin delivery system for diabetics, as Director of Business Development. Devon was passionate about travel, helping others, and living life to its fullest potential; he loved dearly and was dearly loved. Devon never met a stranger. To celebrate his life please hug someone today, do a random act of kindness, forgive a grudge, or reach out to a total stranger. He is survived by his mother Laura, of Oldsmar; his father Stephen, of Tarpon Springs; his twin siblings, Cameron and Courtney; his paternal grandparents, Donald and Pamela of New Jersey; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Arrangements have been made by Dobies Funeral Home, Tarpon Springs (727) 942-0515. A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 pm on Monday, Sept. 28 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Tarpon Springs, followed by an inurnment at Cycadia Cemetery. If attending, Devon asked that you wear green in celebration of life. There will be a scholarship foundation set up in honor of Devon; please check his Facebook for more details to come.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Sep. 27, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Devon GRIMME

11 Entries

Martha Burr

October 5, 2015

Devon it breaks my heart to know that you are gone. It was a pleasure to have known you.

Lisa and John Orme

September 30, 2015

Devon,
You will never be forgotten your generous, loving, fun, beautiful kind spirit will always be remembered. We were truly blessed you came into our lives and forever thankful for all the memories we shared with you. You left a huge impact on the world and our family. Thank you for all the comfort you gave us when we lost Tanya, your good friend. We will never forget the stories you shared with us and we will now be there for your family. We will celebrate you as that is how you would want it. We will miss your infectious smile and being. Xoxo Lis&John

Catherine Cuellar

September 29, 2015

He will be dearly missed. Love and prayers for all his loved ones.

Twyla Leigh

September 28, 2015

My sincere heartfelt sympathy to Devon's family and friends.
I am Joel and Nate's mother, Devon's and Courtney's roommates.
I so enjoyed the posts from the September trip to Japan with Devon, Joel and Courtney.
Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting Devon, I felt such extreme loss when I learned of Devon's sudden passing.
I understand that Devon was an incredible and engaging person who was a great friend and maximized those around him.
Devon was a blessing to my sons and I know the high regard in which they held him and the great friendship that he freely extended.
Devon was such a blessing to so many on this earth.
I just want to express my sympathy on the loss of talented, gifted and giving Devon.

Renae Nolin

September 28, 2015

Devon, I'm so proud to know you. I remember back to our Anytown days you were such a fun peaceful inspiring guy. As we got older I lived thru you and your vacations. I sat on the sidelines watching proud of you every step of your professional accomplishments. When I had a hard times you came in always with a kind word. I'll never forget back when you were in high school you asked me to write a recommendation for you for a class or scholarship, it was my pleasure still to this day. We just lost a piece of kindness and love when we lost you. #Livelikedevon. love you always buddy! Renae N.

Lisa Bowling

September 28, 2015

I only knew Devon through his work on the internet site Follicept. He seemed to really have a wonderful heart. I will miss corresponding with him. May god bless his family.

Jenn Moyer

September 28, 2015

I have never met anyone more full of life or more welcoming of new friends into his circle. A truly great loss and tragedy.

Mary Beth Drizis and Brandon Grove

September 28, 2015

Our sincerest sympathies for your tragic loss. May you find rest, comfort, and strength in God's loving arms. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers...

Jennifer Nettles

September 27, 2015

Devon Grimme was without a doubt one of the best human beings I have had the good fortune to meet. He was the definition of a friend - loyal, dependable, generous, kind and hilariously funny. He was the kind of friend who would show up in the middle of the night if you needed him, smile on his face. One never had to guess how Devon felt about those he loved, because he told them, daily. He had amazing and varied taste in music and loved to go to concerts. His genius, potential and ambition were limitless, as evidenced by his myriad accomplishments in his short time on this Earth.

My sincere condolences and love to Laura, Steve, Cameron & Courtney, his extended family, friends and all who had the honor to know Devon.

I will love him and miss him forever.

September 27, 2015

My sincerest condolences to the Grimme Family. May the God of all comfort (Psalms 83:18) help you during these difficult times.

September 27, 2015

Devon...We loved you soo much and couldn't be prouder of your accomplishments...Until we meet again ..Aunt Pam, Uncle Frank, Justin, Stephen and Brendan

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