Fr. Ed GRIMES C.S.Sp.

Fr. Ed was a dear friend, an amazing priest and a very kind man. Fr. Ed, renewed our wedding vows. Fr. Ed always stayed in touch and I knew something was wrong when I didn't hear from him at Easter. Carl and I live in Arizona, we sent a couple of emails and when Fr. Ed didn't answer we Googled him. So, Helen, Rosheen, and the rest of the family my sincerest sympathy in the loss of your brother and your Uncle. I know he grieved so when his brother-in-law passed. I hope it was a beautiful and joyful reunion. He's home.. in Unity, Julie

Very sad to hear of Fr. Eds passing- a wonderful wise and compassionate person.
My sincere condolences to all his family.

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Ed’s family on his sad passing

Fr. Grimes married us in 1973. Throughout our friendship he always found time to visit us when he would come to St Pius in CA. We appreciated his spiritual guidance and our children would so enjoy listening to his stories about the Gambia. We send our most heartfelt sympathy to his family. Heaven is a bit brighter. Rest in peace Fr. Grimes.

Our deepest condolences to the family of Fr. Ed in Ireland and in the U.S. Fr. Ed spoke often about you with loving pride. From the early 90's until just a few weeks ago Fr. Ed has been a joyous presence in our family's lives. For our spiritual well being, our health, our kid's vocations--he cared! Lyle and I are grateful we got to visit Fr. Ed in Ireland two years ago and renew our marriage vows at Kimmage Manor. Fr. Ed gave so much to the whole world and meant so much to so many! Dear Fr. Ed, we will miss you!

With sincere and heartfelt love from the Rausch family

I was saddened to hear of Fr. Ed's passing today. I fondly remember him as a very supportive and committed missionary while working with him as a Pontifical Missions colleague. He was wise, patient, kind and generous sharing his time and deep knowledge with us all - genuine leader of faith who inspired us all. He will be truly missed.
My sincere condolences to his family from Toronto, Canada

My Deepest Sympathy to the Grimes family. Fr. Ed..Grimes was my ex parish in The Gambia and a great friend too. He will be sadly miss. May his soul rest in peace. Amen

My condolences to the family of Fr. Ed. I knew Fr. Ed since I was a young girl at St. Pius in Redwood City. He would come to our house for dinner & tell stories about Africa - when he was almost attacked by a monkey, etc. We loved when he came over. He also sent us postcards and always kept in touch. When I got older we would correspond by e-mail, and I had hoped to have him perform my marriage ceremony but he was unable to travel by the time of my wedding, unfortunately. It is hard to describe the impact Fr. Ed had on my life, as a friend, role model, spiritual father. We all loved him very much. My blessings to his family and all those who will miss him. Blessings & love from the LaBarbera & Rausch Families

I was very sorry to hear about the death of Ed Grimes, I remember him being a gentleman and a very kind neighbour. My sincerest condolences

My deepest condolences to the family of Fr. Ed Grimes. May his gentle soul rest in God's perfect peace.

Dear Helen and all of Fr. Ed's family, kindly accept my deepest sympathy on your great loss. May Fr. Ed rest in peace. Catherine

Sincere sympathy to Fr Ed's family, he celebrated Mass at our wedding 46 years ago and his words then are fondly remembered.

My deepest condolences to Helen, Roisin and the rest of Fr. Ed. Grimes family.

It is with a heavy heart that I sit to contemplate on the tremendous loss to the wide community that Fr. Grimes was a part of.

He entered my life when I was a teenager in The Gambia and helped me stay in school. He has given not only to me, but to scores of others with unconditional love. His believe in my siblings and I helped transformed our lives and succeed as mature individuals able to overcome the vicissitudes of life. Today, I live in New York City as a Director at my job after attaining a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science and a Master's degree in Finance. His believe in me made my story possible.

Fr. Grimes was a compassionate, caring individual who gave of his time and talents helping others. Fr. Grimes was beyond reproach, was respected and of impeccable integrity. He was unstinting in encouraging his charges to do better, be self sufficient and be an examplary member of the community.

With Fr. Grimes's passing the world has lost a beacon of Faith, Goodwill and generiousity. One may harken to the words of John Donne.
"... The death of any man diminishes me for I am involved in mankind...'
So he was

My sincere condolences to Fr Ed's beloved sister, Helen, his brother Michael and Nieces Dorothy & Róisín, nephews & extended family. I first met Fr Ed in 1996 before I left for The Gambia a year later. On my return I worked with Fr Ed for many years in the PMS, as it was known then. We became very close friends & Fr Ed celebrated my Mam's 40th anniversary Mass & con- celebrated my sister's funeral Mass in 2018. These are very special memories of a friend who was so loyal & faithful. Requiem in pace. In missionary unity, Patricia xxx

Our sincere condolences. Our family including my deceased parents, Harriett & Pat Dixon, was truly blessed to have Fr Ed in our lives. He performed baptisms & anniversary masses for us. And he never missed sending our son Patrick whom he baptized a St Patrick's Day card every year even just a month ago. And we are so happy we had the chance to visit with him at Kimmage Manor last May on our trip to Ireland. His devotion to the people of The Gambia was incredible and through his mission we adopted a family that he kept us in contact with for many years. This world will never be quite the same without the love of this special man. God bless his beautiful soul.

Is cúis bhróin dúinn go bfhuil Fr. Ed imithe ar shlí na fírinne. We extend our sympathy to Helen, Micheál, family friends and community. Suaimhneas síoraí dá a a am dílis.

Sincere sympathy to all the Grimes Family on the death of Father Ed. May he rest in peace.

My offer my deepest and sincere condolences to the family of late Fr Ed Grimes and friends.May the Lord and the Angel's welcome him to paradise.Amen!
Sister to Marie Mendy

While serving in The Gamabia, my family knew Fr Edward Grimes through my sister, Marie. He was a kind, caring, loving and supportive Priest,who served God and His people. Thank you!
Till we meet again at Jesus's feet.

RIP Rev. Fr. Edward Grimes.

I hereby extend my condolences to the family of the late Rev.Grimes.May his soul rest in perfect peace. God bless you all.

Dear Helen ,we were sad to hear of the death of Fr. Ed and particularly at this difficult time .May he rest in peace .

Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss.May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.My family will be forever grateful that Fr Ed Grimes walked into our lives. Rest in peace until we meet again in Jesus name.
Amen

Sincerest sympathy on the death of Fr. Ed.
May he rest in peace and may the Lord console you who grieve for him.

My heart is bleeding and am speachless and very sad he is not only my father but a friend as well . The world has lost a good person of Gud.Fr Ed Grimes has touched everyone 's heart in the Gambia when he was there, he was so careing kind supportive. He will be missed May his soul rest in peace ameen. I know u are in heaven where u will be resting untill we meet again.

Fr. Edward Grimes C.S.Sp was in the Gambia while i was growing up.
He was a kind, loving man. I have fond memories of his many good deeds.
I regarded him as my "second Dad" and felt nothing but love for him. He will be missed.

My deepest sympathy to Fr Ed's family and especially his sister Helen whom he spoke about most highly. He was a great support to me during a very difficult time in my life. He always made time to listen and was so kind and understanding. He will be sadly missed.

Condolences on the passing of Fr.Ed

I was sad to hear the passing of Fr Ed's Grimes. He was one of the best Fr I have ever had contact with in the Gambia, West Africa. He was a kind, gentle and supportive Fr. My deepest condolences to the Grimes family. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

Helen,Michael & your Families....sincere sympathy on the death of your dear brother Fr. Ed.

Deepest sympathy to the Grimes and Spiritan families on the death of Fr Ed. He was a support and inspiration to many of our sisters down the years. Sr Theophane, now 98, will remember him daily in her prayers . May he rest in peace.

Our sincere sympathies to the Grimes Family on Fr. Ed's passing.

My deepest sympathy to Fr Ed’s family. He loved and spoke about you all so often. He was so kind to my husband when he was ill and stayed in touch with us ‘ in unity ‘ always. May he rest in peace.

Sympathy to all the Grimes and OCearbhaill families.
May Fr Ed rest in peace

We are so very saddened to hear of Fr. Grimes passing! Fr. Ed was such a blessing to the St. Pius Community.
May Fr. Ed rest now in God's loving embrace!
Prayers and condolences,
Tom and Maria Cornell

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Grime's family and Spiritan confreres.

Our sympathies to Michael Carmel and family on the death of Fr Ed

I’m so sorry to hear of Fr. Grimes passing. My husband, Sal loved his masses. I know that he is in Our Lords arms. Bless you Father.

I am shocked to read of the death of Fr Ed Grimes. God rest his soul.
I sympathise with the Spiritan community and Fr Ed's relatives and friends on their sad loss. I know his loss will be deeply felt by a great number of people.
He was a good friend of mine who identified with me since he was a past pupil of Pres in Cork.
Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Sincere sympathy to Michael, Carmel and family on the passing of Fr. Ed. May he rest in peace.

We were very saddened to hear the news of Fr. Grimes passing. His intelligence, kindness and humor will be greatly missed. Father, thank you for your dedication and service to others. We know you are resting in a better place.

Steve and Carrie Philpott
Redwood City, CA

I was so sorry to hear the news of Fr. Ed's passing. I met him when I was in high school and he grew to become a great friend to me, my mother, my husband and my children. We so looked forward to his summer visits and his wonderful stories of Ireland and Africa. He was a wonderful priest and the kindest person I have ever known. Helen and Michael - he loved his family so very much. He was so very proud of his niece and nephews and their families. Our deepest sympathies on his passing.

I worked with Fr Ed . A wise thoughtful and compassionate man. So sad to hear that he has passed.

On behalf of the Brothers of Charity I offer sincere condolence on the death of Fr. Ed. He was a very good friend to us and a great help with his advice.
Holy Mass will be offered for the repose of his soul. May he Rest in Peace.

Helen, sincere sympathy on the death of your brother Fr. Ed. It's a particularly sad time to suffer a family bereavement.

Deepest Sympathy to all his Family and Confreres..A lovely Gentleman.

On behalf of the Focolare Movement in Ireland we wish to extend our most heartfelt condolences to all Fr Ed’s family and to the Spiritans.
We are deeply grateful for his faithful support and encouragement to the Focolare over nearly 50 years. We shall miss him.
We assure you that we will keep Fr Ed and all of you in our daily prayers.

Ann Gavin and Benjamim Ferreira, co-directors of Focolare in Ireland

Deepest sympathies to you Michael and Helen on Eddie’s death

Michael sorry for your sad loss, May He Rest In Peace

Sincere Sympatht to Fr. ED''s Family. R.I.P. FR. ED.

Helen, sincere sympathy to you and family on death of Father Ed.
RIP.

So sorry to hear about fr Ed's death. May he rest in peace

Helen,we are so sorry to hear of your brothers passing at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace. Anita and Eric, Sundays Well

I knew Fr. Grimes very little. But from my 1st meeting with him, I could immediately feel that he was a special man and a priest.

The world has lost a lot and I am truly sorry about this loss.

My deepest condolences to Fr. Grimes family.

I am very saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. Grimes. He was a very dear friend and will be greatly missed. Those summers he spent in Redwood City, California were such joyous times. There are many memories of him that I will cherish forever. God rest your soul Fr. Ed Grimes.
Pauline Berry
Redwood City, California

W e. WE I’ll his annual visits and inspiring sermons.

Dear Helen and all of Fr. Ed's family from Art and Evie Sullivan's family: We send you our heartfelt condolences from California. We all felt such a special relationship with Fr. Ed from his earliest visits to St. Pius from The Gambia back in the 70's!! He will always have a cherished place in our family's heart and we will keep him and you in our prayers as you grieve his loss.
With many fond memories,
Nancy

On behalf of my Mother and I, I wish to extend our deepest sympathies on the sad passing of Fr Ed. My late uncle, Fr John Spriggs C.S.Sp would have known Fr Ed well.
May they both rest in Peace.

Dear Michael and .Helen, I am so terribly sad about Ed dying.He was such a dear friend to me as well as my family.We all loved the Grimes.Even though we were an ocean away we all were close.
I have wonderful memories of Ed.
You all are in our prayers. Much .love Trudy

Very sorry to hear
Clare shorten and family ballineen

So sorry to hear for Fr Ed’s passing. RIP Deepest sympathy to his family.