Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Chris Grindstaff



     Christopher Edward Grindstaff, 25, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, January 1, 2013 in Baton Rouge, LA.  Chris was born February 5, 1987 in Oklahoma City, OK to Bruce & Diana (Johnson) Grindstaff.  Chris was a fire alarm technician with J.E. Systems in Pocola.  He was an Eagle Scout, Troop 30 in Poteau.  Chris lived life to the fullest.  He enjoyed every experience along the way.  He loved his family and friends, and he found a friend in everyone he met.   Chris was preceded in death by his grandfather, Kenneth Johnson and uncle, Todd Grindstaff.
     Survivors include his parents, Bruce & Diana Grindstaff of Poteau, OK; grandparents, Dorothy Johnson Page of Poteau, OK, Harry & Barbara Grindstaff of Mustang, OK; aunts & uncles, Robin & John Ross, Mike & Debbie Grindstaff, Paula Grindstaff, Bill & Donna Lofthouse; cousins, Mike & Jeff Grindstaff, Joshua, Kenneth, & Douglas Lofthouse, Abby & Lynnley Grindstaff, Jade, Coby, & Eli Lofthouse; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends.
     Services will be 3 pm Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.  Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau.
     In lieu of flowers please make donations to Boy Scout Troop #30 Poteau; call the funeral home for information.

4 comments:

  1. Chris, you will be missed by all of us, our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
    Love, Mary Jo, Wayne, Danny Wayne, &Taylor Jo (The Breashears)

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  2. Chris was a light shining in the darkness, and a friend to those in need. He was mischief and laughter. His smile lit up a room and his eyes twinkled. His presence will be missed so much. Prayers for all those who were touched by him and loved him. May God comfort and heal our broken hearts.
    Love, Suzie Vaughn, Matt and Kara Davidson

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  3. Nora and Bob StanleyJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    Diana and Bruce, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear son. We enjoyed knowing Chris as a kind and helpful young neighbor and a joy to know. We were so proud of Chris when we attended his Eagle Scout ceremony. May God bless and comfort you during this most difficult time. Sincerely, Nora and Bob Stanley

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  4. My condolences to the Grindstaff family. So sorry for your great loss, at such an early age. May it help you to know that soon Jesus with God's help will resurrected all those in the memorial tombs soon, (John 5:28-29), so please find comfort in knowing that you may see Chris again, doing what he loved and you enjoying him again.

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