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James Grigsby Obituary
James H. Grigsby III
Deacon Emeritus "Buddy" (Age 94)
James H. Grigsby III, known to many as "Buddy" was the fourth child born to James H. and Rachel T. Grigsby in his family's NW DC home. At age six he was baptized at Shiloh Baptist Church in DC and served in many capacities there until he was called from labor to reward on March 11, 2023. A High School Graduate of Dunbar's class of 1946, Miner Teachers College in 1951 (B.S.) and Columbia University in New York in 1959 (M.A.). He served in the US Navy from 1950-1954 aboard a landing-transporter ship during the Korean War. Buddy taught in the DC Public School system for 32 years, retiring in 1985. He was blessed to enjoy a long and fruitful life; remaining a proud and active KAPPA, NAACP, and ASALH member, participating in Banneker and Energetics dance group competitions, tailoring with his neighborhood class, swimming at Takoma's public pool and world-wide travel.
A Memorial service will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1500 Ninth Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at 11 a.m.. KAPPA ceremony at 10 a.m., Family Hour from 10:15 to 11 a.m. (all are welcome)
Contributions can be mailed to Shiloh Baptist Church or visit https://shilohbaptist.org for additional methods of giving.
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Memories and Condolences
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Bill Christian
April 4, 2023
I am so fortunate to have had Mr. Grigsby as my neighbor. An absolute gentleman. Rest in peace, good man!
Kevin Felton
March 29, 2023
Deacon Grigsby was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He had a way of making everyone feel welcomed at Shiloh Baptist Church of Washington. He was a dedicated member of the Senior Choir and I enjoyed singing with him. He will truly be missed. May God's peace overshadow his family and loved ones.
R Jenell Womack ~New Orleans, LA
March 28, 2023
Such a good neighbor! Our loss will be difficult to get over. Many thanks for Sharing. His heart was true to his smile ~ prayers & blessings to his family ~ RJenell Womack
Yohanna Miller
March 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to you and your family, we've talked about our family so much over the years so it's like me loosing a part of mine. May God bless you and yours.
Robert C. and Susanne R. Morris
March 28, 2023
We will miss our friend and neighbor. May he rest in peace. Bob and Susanne Morris
Karen King Lavore
March 26, 2023
Our hearts are sad from the loss of our dear cousin "Buddy". My Mother, Bessie Miles King was his cousin and his classmate from Kindergarten though High School. We lived in Cleveland Ohio and usually saw Buddy when we spent summers in DC. Buddy was always the their support and sing as we lost our ancestors. Please take comfort in knowing where he is now and who he is sitting with, as he was a "Believer.
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