John David Grady III Obituary
In loving memory of John David Grady III of Wilmington, North Carolina, who departed this world on March 10, 2026 at the age of 84. John David leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John David Grady III to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John David Grady, Jr. and Dorothy Howard Grady; his brother Carroll Howard Grady; his grandson Avery James Grady; his great grandchild Colton Gabriel Mann; and his brother-in-law Peter McDonnell Sr..
He is survived by: his wife Deanna Griffin; his children, John David Grady IV (Babbs), Adam H. Grady (Danielle), Ginger Edwards (Mike) and Kim Whaley (Ronnie Joe); his grandchildren, John David Grady V, Lilah Grady, Jackson Grady, Jonah Grady, Annalee Grady, Amber Edwards, Jordan Sharpe, Brad Kordulewski, Miranda Mann and Quenton Whaley; and his sisters, Sherry McDonnell and Dixie (Edward Jernigan).
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to Garris Chapel Church, 823 Piney Grove Road, La Grange, NC 28551, or the Alzheimer's Association, 3739 National Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612.
