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Gayle Grimes
January 6, 1946 - June 12, 2015

Mr. Gayle Grimes of Trumann, Ark., died Friday, June 12, 2015 at Cornerstone Hospital in Little Rock, Ark., at the age of 69 years, 5 months and 6 days. Mr. Grimes was born Sunday, January 6, 1946 in Lake City, Ark., and had lived most of his lifetime in Trumann. He was a former employee of the Singer Company and Delta Wood Products in Trumann; veteran of U.S. Army and Vietnam War of the Baptist faith. Mr. Grimes was preceded in death by one son, W. Mark Grimes and was the son of the late Leonard and Juanita Wynn Grimes. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sue McMahan Grimes of the home; one daughter Kimberly Beth Grimes Caudle and husband Phil of Trumann; one brother Ronnie Grimes and wife Sheila of Trumann, four grandchildren, Lexie Ballard, Livia Moye, Lucas Moye, and Lauren Grimes; two great-grandchildren Aaliyah Grimes and Addelyn Collett. Funeral services will be Monday afternoon at 1:30 in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann, with Rev. Kenny Guy McMahan officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Log Cemetery in Brookland, Ark. Pallbearers will be Glyn Clemons, K. D. Daniels, Gaylon Brooks, Shane Grimes, Billy Williams, Keith Long, G. W. Roach, Jr. and Dale Teague. Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Farmer, Doug Stanley, Harvey Vincent, Maxie Morrison Jerry Brown and Jerry Pillow. Visitation will be Monday afternoon from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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  1. Diana Miligan, Trumann, Arkansas says
    July 8, 2015

    Sue so sorry , I will keep you and your family in my prays. Only time help but he will always be with you.

  2. Bryce and Sherry Long, Trumann Ar says
    June 16, 2015

    So sorry for your Loss. Gayle was a good man and a good friend and will be greatly missed. May God Bless your family in this time of need.

  3. Lavonda Taylor, West Memphis, AR says
    June 15, 2015

    Sue - I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your husband. I know the emptiness will be great to bear so I will keep you ever present in my prayers. I do hope you can find comfort in the memories and love you shared during your years together.

  4. Mary Brinkley Colona, Fenton, MO says
    June 15, 2015

    Dear Sweet Sue and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless and keep you in his loving arms.Mary

  5. April Minch, Trumann Arkansas says
    June 15, 2015

    Aunt Sue I am so sorry about the passing of uncle Gayle. He fault a good hard fight and gave it all he had. I loved him so much never minded telling u just the way it was. I can still remember him calling me a blood hound just like Sue. I could find Shayne anywhere lol. Anyhow know my prayers are with you and all the family I love you.

  6. Jamie Allen & Family, Trumann, Arkansas says
    June 14, 2015

  7. Larry & Janice Cook, Walnut Ridge,AR. says
    June 14, 2015

    So sorry to hear of Gayle passing away! Sue just want you to know that you and your whole family are in our prayers. Gayle was a life long friend of the Cook family, and will be greatly missed ! May God comfort you all during these very difficult times. Friend's Larry & Janice

  8. Jim and Myra (White) Osment, Germantown, Tn says
    June 14, 2015

    So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

  9. Carole Diane Patton, Morrison, Illinois says
    June 14, 2015

    So sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and grant you peace and understanding at this special time. Remember ALL the Wonderful and HAPPY times you shared together. I will always remember you two as childhood sweethearts. God Bless You Now and Always.H

  10. MiChaffin, Russellville Ar says
    June 14, 2015

    So sorry for your loss. Gayle was always a good friend and one of the nicest people I've ever known. My God grant you his peace.

  11. Darline Nance Casey, Memphis, Tn says
    June 14, 2015

    Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you, Kim & Ronnie. Love Darline

  12. Steve Enderlin, The Villages, FL says
    June 14, 2015

    Rest in peace, old friend.

  13. R V Smith, OFallon, IL says
    June 14, 2015

    So sorry for your loss. Gayle was my classmate and he was a wonderful friend. I mourn his loss. Our prayers are with you. God bless you and your family.

  14. Todd Whitlatch, Truman Ar says
    June 13, 2015

    God bless you Gail

  15. joyce woods, trumann ark. says
    June 13, 2015

    Worked with Gayle many yes. Very good man. Praying for his family.

  16. Mary Lee Cunningham, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 13, 2015

    Sending all the family my condolences. May God's hand bring you comfort and peace.

  17. Lynn (Parnell) Osment, Trumann, AR. 72472 says
    June 13, 2015

    Sue, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  18. Lynda Holden Wilson, Jonesboro, Ar. says
    June 13, 2015

    Sue Grimes so sorry to hear aboutGayle!!!! Your husband was alwaysa really nice guy at school.........I'll bePraying for you and your family forGod to give you comfort &Peace!!!!He will be missed. Love you Sue!!!!

  19. Shirley McClaughlin, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 13, 2015

    Sue and family, just wanted to say how sorry I was to hear about the passing of your husband. I know you will miss him. I lost my spouse almost 8 years ago so I understand your grief and pain. You all will be in my thoughts. Think on him fondly with all your memories.

  20. Shirley McClaughlin, Jonesboro, AR says
    June 13, 2015

    Sue and family, just wanted to say how sorry I was to hear about the passing of your husband. I know you will miss him. I lost my spouse almost 8 years ago so I understand your grief and pain. You all will be in my thoughts. Think on him fondly with all your memories.

  21. Jimmy Allen, Vanndale, Arkansas says
    June 13, 2015

    Sorry for your loss, prayers from the Allen Family!

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