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Officer Bob Grim remembered as a man of faith, dedication and compassion for others
To submit your reflections or condolences on the life of Officer Grim, please access the memorial page link below:
Officer Down Memorial Page for Officer Robert Grim Read or leave reflections and condolences in his memory Robert Grim Memorial Scholarship
Web posting Nov. 19, 2004
Officer Grim honored by family, friends and fellow officers
Hundreds
of law enforcement officers from throughout Florida and across the country
joined family members and friends of fallen Ormond Beach Police Officer Bob Grim
to honor his life of service.
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Press Release Nov. 16, 2004 Contact: Sgt. Kenny Hayes, Police Public Information Officer, 676-3515
Services for Officer Bob Grim: Public Invited to Show Support During Emergency Vehicle Procession
The procession of emergency services vehicles that will form the motorcade to the Ocean Center for the funeral service for fallen Officer Bob Grim will pass through the City of Ormond Beach on Friday morning from approximately 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. The route will begin near the west city limits and proceed east along SR-40, passing over the Granada Bridge to SR-AIA, and then heading south to the Ocean Center.
Anyone unable to attend the services at the Ocean Center may show support by watching the procession from the sidewalks along SR-40 and SR-AIA. Citizens who wish to view the procession from the Granada Bridge are asked to park at one of the City Parks at the base of the bridge and not along the roadway.
This motorcade is expected to be quite large and will likely include marked agency vehicles from police, fire, and EMS departments from all over Florida and elsewhere in the United States.
Citizens who wish to participate in this event by watching the procession are asked to be cautious and please remain on the sidewalks for your safety. ### Press Release Nov. 15, 2004 Contact: Sgt. Kenny Hayes, Police Public Information Officer, 676-3515
Visitation for Officer Grim to be held Thursday
On behalf of Officer Bob Grim’s family, the Ormond Beach Police Department announces that a visitation will be held on Thursday November 18th, 2004 at Ormond Funeral Home 733 W. Granada Blvd. Ormond Beach Fl. 673-1100 http://www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com/index-content.html
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Press Release Nov. 15, 2004 Contact: Sgt. Kenny Hayes, Police Public Information Officer, 676-3515
Services for Officer Bob Grim to be held Friday, Nov. 19, 2004
(Riverbend Church is at the intersection of SR-40 and Old Tomoka Rd., about 400 yards west of Tymber Creek Rd., on the south side of the street - Map Link).
The funeral
procession will leave the staging area at approximately 9:15 a.m. The route will
be through the city of Ormond Beach on SR. 40 to SR AIA and then south to the
Ocean Center. ###
Obituary for Officer Robert Grim, Sr. Nov. 15, 2004
Funeral Services for Officer Robert Francis Grim, Sr., age 60, who died in the line of duty Sat., Nov. 13th will be held later this week at a place and time to be announced with Prince of Peace Catholic Church officiating (see updated information above).
Born on Dec. 7, 1943 in Allentown, PA, Bob moved to this area following his service in US Army. He graduated from the Daytona Beach Police Academy and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the Univ. of Central Florida. Bob was a truly committed and dedicated law enforcement officer who was deeply passionate about the safety of his community in which he served.
He began his career in Volusia County in 1966 as a Life Guard. He was then selected to serve as the first school resource officer in the state of Florida. Bob created and established the program which continues to be modeled today. His career provided him with many other promotions and opportunities.
Bob organized 28 new neighborhood watch units, which opened the door for the creation of a Residential Security Check System. He developed a Stranger Danger and Bicycle Safety Program and taught D.A.R.E. to many elementary school children. As a Volusia County Sheriff’s Deputy, Bob developed and organized Crime Stoppers in Volusia County into a successful, non-profit citizen based organization. He produced, wrote, and directed crime scene re-enactments for television and radio spots.
In 1997, Bob was selected as the Chief of Police of the Daytona Beach Int’l Airport Police Dept. and led a full service Police Dept. In July, 2003, Bob joined the Ormond Beach Police Dept. Bob’s community involvement was matched only with his dedication to his professional involvement and his commitment to his family.
He was a member of both the Int’l Assn. of Police Chiefs and the Fl Police Chief’s Association; he was Past President of the Volusia County Police Chiefs Assn. and a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, Harry Raines Lodge #22. His awards included the Jaycee Law enforcement Officer of the Year, Elk’s law Enforcement Officer of the Year, and a Commendation for Bravery.
Bob was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Linda, his son Robert Francis Grim, Jr., and daughter in law Kelli of Ormond Beach, FL; son Jason Grim of Ormond Beach, FL, daughter Tiffany and son in law Paul McAlister of Ormond Beach, FL; his brother John Grim of Holly Hill, Fl; his sister and brother in law Mary and Brian Monahan of Allentown, PA; his granddaughter Abigail, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Mary Grim, and his two brothers Paul and Bill Grim. Memorial Donations may be made in Bob’s memory to the FOPA (Fraternal Order of Police Associates), PO Box 4204, Ormond Beach, FL 32175. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Ormond Funeral Home.
Press Release Nov. 13, 2004 Contact: Sgt. Kenny Hayes, Police Public Information Officer, 676-3515
Police
Officer Traffic Death
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Ormond
Beach Police Officer Bob Grim died suddenly when he was hit by a car while
investigating a traffic accident on Saturday, Nov. 13. In memory of his
life of service to the Volusia County community, we will post news and
condolences in his honor.
Ofc.
Grim was remembered as a man of faith, a wonderful husband and father, and a
friend to the many thousands of people whose lives were touched by his
dedication, compassion and sense of humor. 