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Obituaries
Thursday, July 25, 2024
William J. Grimm
Age: 83
City: Holts Summit
Funeral Home
Millard Family Chapel
Thursday, July 25, 2024
William J. Grimm
William J. Grimm
Holts Summit, MO
William Junior Grimm, 83, of Holts Summit, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024 at Valley Park with his loving daughter by his side. Known around town as “Nice Guy Bill Grimm”. He was born on April 24, 1941 in Bell, California, the son of the late Bernard William and Arbutus Louise (Kalmus) Grimm. Bill graduated from New London High School in New London, Iowa. He was an electrical contractor by trade. Bill married the love of his life Carolyn Collins on April 8, 1966. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, accomplishing sharp shooter status. Bill enjoyed spending time on his boat at the Lake of the Ozarks, go cart racing, NASCAR, and collecting guns and coins.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving daughter, Danielle Grimm; adored grandson, William Clayton Murray, siblings, James Grimm (Debby), Betty Piper (Dallas), Douglas Grimm, and Frank Goody (Laurie); six nephews, extended family and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife Carolyn Grimm.
Services will be at the Hawthorn Mausoleum Chapel at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, July 12, 2024.
Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, Missouri 65109 (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.