Obituary for Gilbert Grimes Jr.

GILBERT GRIMES JR.

Gilbert Grimes Jr., age 88, of Brookville, died Monday, March 1, 2021, at his residence in Brookville.

Born February 27, 1933, in Clay County, Kentucky, he was youngest of 12 children born to the late Gilbert Sr. and Laura N. (Sparks) Grimes. On December 20, 1980, he and the former Tammy Berry were united in marriage, and she preceded him in death on May 5, 2020.

Junior was retired, having worked at the former GM Fisher Body in Fairfield, Ohio. He later worked as a chauffeur in Florida.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed playing guitar, and singing Bluegrass and Country Music. 

Survivors include three children, Charity Goodin of Brookville, Dennis Grimes and Gail Grimes both of California; three grandchildren, Brian Goodin of St. Leon, Jonathan Grimes of California and Rodney Goodin of Harrison, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, and wife Tammy, he was preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters.   

Private services will be held with interment at Maple Grove Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of the donors choice. The staff of Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to once again serve the Grimes family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .