Richard Grylls
November 17, 2013
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Richard Grylls, 60, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2013 at UnityPoint Health Des Moines Methodist. Richard was born January 20, 1953 in Des Moines to Kenneth and Vera (Roach) Grylls. He was a life long resident of the Des Moines area and was employed by the Des Moines School System for 33 years as a bus driver.
Richard was a kind and loving husband, father and grandfather who lived by the motto “less is more.” He enjoyed being outdoors and working with his hands, camping, fishing and wood carving. Selfless and giving, he volunteered for the Special Olympics. He will be greatly missed.
Richard is survived by his loving family: his wife Julie, daughter Amy (Chris) Estell, son Gregory (Emily) Grylls, step-daughter Sarah (Daniel) Glann, and step-son Nathan Meyer. He will also be missed by his sister Jane (Dave) Pschirrer, father- and mother-in-law Garry and Janet Schultz, grandchildren Isaac, Aaron, Anna, Landon, Logan, Liam, Luke, Kathryn, Samantha, Danielle and Christian, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Plymouth Congregational Church in the Greenwood Room, 4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines.
It is suggested that memorial contributions be directed to Special Olympics Iowa in honor of Richard.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Pastor Leslie Buchanan
11/20/2013
Greater Life Missionary Baptist Church
23rd & Clark
Des Moines, IA 52501
(515) 988-2153
We, the Pastor and members of Greater Life Missionary Baptist Church, wish to express our sympathy in the loss, on this side of Bro. Richard Grylls.
We look to the hope given to us in scripture at Revelation 21:4 "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away."
May the Lord comfort you in this hour of sorrow.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Leslie Buchanan Jr.
Church Clerk
Shari Buchanan-Rutledge
Nancy & Alan Delpierre
11/20/2013
To Family: Our deepest sympathy goes out to you for your loss. Memories go back of your father/husband to the days our daughters were in Jr. High together; along with working with "Griddles" for 25 years at the Des Moines School Bus Garage. Keep the good memories in your heart forever. Our thoughts are with you in spirit. (Hey "Griddles" I still have the sea shell you brought me from Florida.
Dennis & Kathleen(Brophy) Landgrebe
11/19/2013
Julie and family, so sorry to hear about Rick. Our deepest sympathy.
Jeri Hodson
11/19/2013
Julie and family, so sorry to hear about Rick. We both will miss his sweet smile and how kind he treated everyone, especially the special kids. Please know we care and we will be at the memorial in spirit. Hugs Dave and Jeri
Timothy Brunell
11/19/2013
To Family:
Rick and i a few years ago worked at Hammer Pharmacy. Rick, helped me through a very tuff time in my life after i became disabled i wished i would have gotten back in touch but time and other items have ways of getting in the way i will always rember and cherish our friendship. Tim
Danelle Rivas Jones
11/19/2013
My deepest sympathy is with you at this time of great loss. Pleasant unforgettable memories of your father/husband and I go back to elementary school, along with working together for 30 years at the bus garage. He will deeply be missed by you and all that knew him! Wonderful memories of him will live on with you and your children and he will always be in your hearts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Sincerely,
Danelle Rivas Jones (friend)
Patrick Brophy (Cousin from Minnesota)
11/19/2013
Wishing you loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Tracy Lepeltak, friend of Greg and Emily
11/18/2013
Greg, Emily, and boys,
So sorry to hear about Greg's father. Please know that you are loved and cared for by many people and we are here to support you in any way that we can.
Cousin Maureen Brophy Seskis
11/18/2013
Sharing your sorrow and hoping it will comfort you to know that many hearts reach out to you in sympathy and love.
Cousin Maureen
Theresa Vincent
11/18/2013
Greg, Emily & Family,
Sending my prayers your way. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow. Keep the faith and GOD BLESS.
Becky Sexton
11/18/2013
Amy Estell and Family,
So sorry to learn of your father's death. Truly can't imagine losing my Dad so can't imagine what you are going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers!