Mary Ellen Grimes
December 27, 1942 - October 2, 2020
Mary Ellen Grimes, age 77, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2020, at her home. A native of Erwin, TN. Mary Ellen is a daughter of the late William and Lola (Caldwell) Grimes. She was an artist who loved to paint. She also enjoyed reading and Tai-Chi. In addition to her parents, Mary Ellen is preceded in death by her brothers: Jack Grymes, Raymond Grimes and wife Dorothy, and Robert "Bob" Grimes; sisters Norma Melanson and husband Eddie, Dorothy Jean Hamilton and husband Forest, and sister-in-law Trudie Grimes. Mary Ellen Grimes leaves behind to cherish her memory: Brother William Grimes, Jr. and wife Mary; Sister-in-law Mae Grimes; Several nieces and nephews; Best friend Mackie Loffler. The family respectfully requests the honor of your presence as we offer tribute and remember the life of Mary Ellen Grimes in a committal service to be held at 1:00 pm, on Monday, November 23, 2020 in Evergreen Cemetery. Bishop John Edwards will officiate. Those attending should meet at Evergreen Cemetery by 12:50 pm for the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Mary Ellen's name to the Unicoi County Animal Shelter, 185 N Industrial Drive, Erwin, TN 37650 Condolences and memories may be shared with the family and viewed at www.valleyfuneralhome.net or on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ValleyFuneralHomeErwin. These arrangements are made especially for the family and friends of Mary Ellen Grimes through Valley Funeral Home, 1085 N. Main Ave., Erwin, 423-743-9187.
Mary Ellen Grimes, age 77, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2020, at her home. A native of Erwin, TN. Mary Ellen is a daughter of the late William and Lola (Caldwell) Grimes. She was an artist who loved to paint. She also enjoyed reading... View Obituary & Service Information