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MARILYN GRIMES Obituary
GRIMES MARILYN BLACKWELL GRIMES Marilyn Blackwell Grimes of Springfield, VA, 85, died at home on October 9, 2013. Born in Greensboro, NC, she graduated from George Washington High School in Alexandria, VA and later with honors from UNC at Chapel Hill, NC, where she was voted Best Dressed. She married Lt. Col. James Warren Grimes and was an Army wife for nearly 30 years, traveling both domestically and abroad. She was an award-winning artist, beauty queen, runway model and commentator, published poet, member of the National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts and avid belly dancer. She worked for the Girl Scouts, Harris & Ewing, Olan Mills Photography, Fairfax County Public Schools, and for the Springfield Branch of the US Postal Service, retiring with 16 years of service. She is survived by her best friend and partner of 30+ years, Allan B. Simons; her elder daughter, Wilna Elizabeth "Eliza" Grimes Holcomb of Richmond and grandson Jeremy; her son, Reynolds Blackwell Grimes of Springfield and his wife Melissa and granddaughters Alicia, Kaitlin, Devon and Sophie; her younger daughter Marilyn Windsor "Windy" Grimes Gholson of Fairfax, VA and grandchildren Sean and Jamie; and her sister Janet Cannon of New Milford, CT. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, October 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Demaine Funeral Home located at 5308 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA. A reception will follow in Fairfax, VA.
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Christian Hutchison
February 24, 2014
I am so very saddened to hear of Marilyn's passing. Even though I haven't been in contact with her and her family for such a long time, I will miss her. Christian Hutchison
Michael Arameish
December 2, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. I worked with her at the West Springfield Post Office until she retired in 1992. She was a remarkable woman who left an indelible impression upon me.
Jamie Cosby
October 24, 2013
Eliza and family, we are praying for you; praying for God to give you the peace and comfort that only He can give, during your time of grief. With love,
Jo Ann Kirk
October 12, 2013
Fondly remembering past visits with Marilyn and family...she is at peace now. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Vicki Maysack
October 12, 2013
Reynolds, I was fortunate to meet your mother and spend a little time with her at various family events over the last several years. She was always very kind to me and she clearly enjoyed being in the presence of her family. I am very sorry for your loss - it is never easy to lose a parent. Love to you, Melissa and Sophie.
October 12, 2013
Wil, Reynolds and Windy, we are thinking of you and offer our love and prayers as you grieve. God bless you and your beautiful families. Much love, Steven, Pati, Bethany, Ryan and Riley
Juli Miller
October 11, 2013
Dear Cousins,
I am so very sad for your loss. Your mom was beautiful, inside and out, and she will be very much missed. May God's arms be wrapped around you at this painful time. My love and prayers are with you and all of the family.
Sandi & Todd Stugart
October 11, 2013
Windy, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy McBride
October 11, 2013
What a lovely obituary. I wish I could have met her. Keeping your family in my prayers.
angela grimes
October 10, 2013
My prayers are with all of you...
Marilyn with her family in the mid 1960s
October 10, 2013
Marilyn was a delight to all who knew her. I know you all will miss her. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. Love and Blessings to each of you.
Nancy Terrell
Honolulu, HI
David and Patti Enter
October 10, 2013
Reynolds we are so sorry for your loss. You were blessed to have so many wonderful years with her. Praying you you and all you girls
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