John Wayne Grimes Obituary

We bid farewell to John Wayne Grimes of Gaffney, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 29, 2026 at the age of 64. John Wayne touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Penny Diane Dover; his father James Gerhardt Grimes; and his sister Cheryl Caloca. He is survived by: his mother Marilyn Abbott Grimes of Woodruff; his children, Dustin Dover (Dawn) of Gaffney and Cassie Grimes of Gaffney; his siblings, Jimmy Grimes of Woodruff, Jerry Grimes (Kimberly) of Woodruff, Jeff Grimes (Rae) of Gaffney and Delena Parlier (Les) of Woodruff; and his grandchildren, Elijah Grimes, Gabriel Grimes, Jaylan Dover, Nickolas Dover, John Dover and Haley Robinson.