Tom W. Grimes
September 28, 2014
Tom W. Grimes, 62, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2014.
Tom was born June 8, 1952 in Des Moines to James and Doris Grimes. He worked for the Wittern Group building vending machines for over 40 years. He is survived by his son, Matthew (Christina) Grimes; daughter, Molly Grimes; siblings, Becki (Bob) McChesney, Warren (Debbie) Grimes, Jerry Grimes, Robert Grimes, and Allen (DeAnna) Beck; two grandchildren with a third on the way; and his significant other, Cheryl and her son, Conner.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.
Services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines on Friday, October 3, 2014. Family will begin greeting friends at 10:00 a.m. with a memorial service scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Chip & Maria Wittern
10/04/2014
We are sending prayers and strength during this dark time - we are so very sorry to lose a wonderful man and friend like Tom.
Deepest sympathies to each of you....
Larry Dunning
10/03/2014
worked with Tom for many years, he was a great guy and he will be missed by everybody.
Mike Bernard
10/02/2014
We're thinking of you all in this difficult time. Stay strong for, and lean on each other. Family and friends are the greatest things in the world to help in these times. We're all here for you. Take care!
Ellen Stancel
10/01/2014
Matt, Christina, Molly,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you! I remember meeting him a few times back in the day & remember his sense of humor!
Thinking of you,
Ellen