Frederick R. Grimm

Frederick Ray Grimm, 70, of Felton, passed away at his home on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Frederick was born on February 27, 1954 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Emory and Margaret (Gump) Grimm.

Living in West Virginia when he was young, Frederick spent the majority of his life in Delaware. Frederick served the United States proudly as a marine; his patriotic and self-sacrificing view on life lead him to drive an ambulance for the American Legion, donate to those in need threw Locks of Love, and ride his motorcycle for charities. His technical skills showed in his love of carpentry and working on old cars and motorcycles. Above all these things, Frederick will be remembered by the love he shared with his family.

In addition to his parents, Frederick is preceded in death by his two brothers, Terry Smith and Jack Smith.

He will be greatly missed by his children; Wayne Grimm (Danielle), Chris Grimm (Sarah), Deb VanderNealt (Mike), niece; Ashley Probasco, whom he loved like a daughter, sister; Nancy Grimm, five grandchildren, and the mother of his children; Darlene Ford.

A time of visitation to remember and celebrate the life of Frederick Ray Grimm will be held on Monday, January 13, 2025 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market Street, Georgetown, DE 19947. Internment will immediately follow at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made in Frederick’s honor to the Wounded Warriors.