Gary J. Grim Obituary

The family of Gary J. Grim (Akron, Ohio) announces his passing on September 29, 2026. Gary, born on December 26, 1948 in Frostburg, Maryland, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary J. Grim to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Grim and Betty Jean Grim (Whitehead); and his stepdaughter Shelly Patterson. He is survived by: his wife Joanne Cambria Vance-Grim; his sister Carolyn Humberson (Mel); his stepchildren, Roni Kemmerer (Sean), Joanne Smart (Chris), Kim Cassady and John Vance Jr.; his stepgrandchildren, Chet Elliott (Tamara), Kristin Elliott (Bailey), Erin Morrison (Braden), Cameron Morrison, Gretchen Harrison (Donny), Heidi Metzger (Chuck), Gabby Keaton (John), Liah Madden (Mike), Joey, Jehna and Jaki; and his great-niece Katie. He is also survived by many step great grandchildren, step great great grandchildren, nieces.

Those who wish may make memorial donations in Gary's name to the charity of their choice.