George Grimm

(From Parker Mortuary)

George Bernard Grimm, 89 years old, of Joplin passed away peacefully with his family around him Tuesday night, April 25, 2023, after a short illness.

 
He was born the third child of seven to Joseph Anthony Grimm and Ida Catherina Toben on April 22, 1934 in Geddes, South Dakota. His parents and siblings all preceded him in death.

He was a St. Peter's High School (now McAuley) graduate of the Class of 1952. He served in the United States Air Force for four years.

George married the love of his life, Fern Jo Hunter, on September 27, 1958 in the St. Peter's Rectory. They had a wonderful 61 years of marriage before her passing. She preceded him in death on June 16, 2019.

George earned his education at Kansas State Teachers College, now PSU, and was an educator at South Junior High and Franklin Tech in Joplin for over 21 years. After his retirement, when they weren't traveling the Continent, he did small engine repairs to help with his idle time.

 
He loved to watch birds and wildlife from his picture window of his home, from birds, turkeys, his white squirrel, deer, fox and raccoons. He always said it was better than television.

He was a past member of the Elks Lodge #501 in Joplin, the VFW Post #4140 of Neosho and the American Legion Post #99 in Foley, AL.

Parents and siblings who passed before are Joseph A. Grimm, Ida C. Grimm, Mary J. Lyons, John A. Grimm, Robert J. Grimm, James E. Grimm, Donna Mae Grimm and Patricia A. Hutchings.

The legacy they left behind was their faith in God and the love of their family. Survivors are Nanette Clevenger and husband Robbie of Carthage,MO, Steve Grimm of Neosho, MO, Denise Crowell and husband Joe of Pierce City, MO., six grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Family will receive friends on Friday, April 28th at Thornhill-Dillon Chapel from 5:6:00 PM with a Rosery to start at 6:00 PM. Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, April 29th at 10:00 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Joplin, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church or St. Vincent DePaul, both in care of the mortuary.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.