Elizabeth Williford Grimes Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Elizabeth Williford Grimes of Coats, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 16, 2026 at the age of 98. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Elizabeth's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that her spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ira Alton and Mary Mangum Williford; and her husband James Delma Grimes, Sr.. She is survived by: her children, Linda Gail Grimes of Coats, James D. Grimes, Jr. (Anita) of Coats and Cheri E. Sauer (Eric) of Coats. She is also survived by six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Mustard Seed Campaign, 519 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, headed by Jesse Danner, for Neighborhood Churches in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
