"I was so sorry to hear about Chris. I always enjoyed the times I spent with her and Denny when they would visit. Dad always went on and on about how much fun he would have with you guys and always looked forward to the next time. I love you guys and will keep you in my thoughts. Ron Locke"
In loving memory of
Christine K. Grimm
December 14, 2012
Christine K. (Goewey) Grimm, was born on July 18, 1951 in Pittsfield, IL. She died on 12/12/12 at the age of 61.
She married the love of her life,Dennis Grimm, on May 29, 1971. Theirs was a true love story and inspiration to everyone who knew them. More than anything, Christine loved her family and friends. Her pride and joy was her granddaughter Lilly Sterling and her two children, Jeffrey Grimm and Jacque Sterling.
Christine graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1969. She attained degrees from both Gem City Business College and John Wood Community College.
Chris was a proud and valued employee of Harris Corporation and rose through the ranks to the position of Senior Manager, Credit and Collections. She received numerous awards for excellence in her career and was a three-time recipient of the HarrisDistinguished Service Award for outstanding achievement in her field. She shared in celebrating Harris' Emmy Award. Her job allowed her to travel the world with her husband.
She had a zest for life and loved to entertain family and friends. She also organized many special occasions for local clubs and organizations. Chris was known as a consummate hostess and loved to entertain.
Christine was the past president of the Quincy Community Little Theater Footlighter's Guild.
Christine excelled at everything she did, but never bragged about her accomplishments, which included a hole in one. She and her husband were also active members of the Quincy Boat Club and Quinsippi Yacht Club.
She was preceded in death by her father, Archie Goewey, and mother-in-law, Ruth Grimm.
She is survived by her mother,Dalene Goewey, of Griggsville, IL; her husband,Dennis Grimm; her children, Jeffrey Grimm and Jacque (John) Sterling all of Quincy, IL; her siblings, Kevin (Bev) Goewey of Pittsfield, IL, Candy (Gary) Moore of Quincy, IL, and Kent (Angie) Goewey of Griggsville, IL; as well as her father-in-law Chuck Grimm, and brother-in-lawDave (Dr. Becky) Grimm; and her beloved granddaughter Lilly, all of Quincy, IL; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Services: 11:00 am Saturday (December 15, 2012) at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Rains officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 4:00 - 7:00 pm Friday (December 14, 2012) at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lilly Sterling Education Fund or the American Cancer Society
www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"Sunday....Dennis, I just learned of Chris's passing, and I am so sorry I missed the visitation and the service. I just love you two so much....it was so great to laugh and hug with you. Our days go way back to Quincy Community Little Theatre and the Footlighters Guild. Viewing the video...you have so many memories to live through again, but I have to say from personal experience, life is never the same. Cry every day if you need to, smile when you remember little things that remind you of Chris....too young, too beautiful, too loving....may God wrap you with his loving arms and blessings. She is now your Guardian Angel...her soul is with you...I truly believe that. Talk to her...it may help. Sending love and hugs to you and yours. Love, Barbara"
"Denny Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family during this time of great loss. Chris was such a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this tough time. Just know that you have many friends thinking of you and cherish the good times you had with her. John"
"The loss of someone dear is difficult to bear.... May it help you to know that others care... Denny,,,Jeff & Jackie...You have my deepest sympathy... It was a shock to hear of Chris' passing... Thoughts and Prayers are with all of Chris' family at this sad time... She was a wonderful person and you were a wonderful couple.."
"I am so sadden to hear of Chris's passing. I got to work with her when I was with Harris. She was always so helpful to me. I am very glad I got to meet and work with her. Prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Lily"
"Dalene and family. We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Ralph and I send our love and prayers to you and all your family. Peace be with you."
"Dalene, We were so saddened to hear of your loss. We send our love and prayers to you and all your family."
"Denny it saddens my heart to hear of Chris' passing away. My heart and prayers go out to you and the family. She was trully an incredible woman sent by god, and will be missed by many. I know my life was blessed by having the opportunity to get to know her when I worked at Harris. Her spirit I am sure will live on, in those that loved her most."
"Denny?we have no words to describe how we feel about your loss. You and Chris were always the perfect couple. Our thoughts and prayers and with you and your family through this tough time. Just know that you have many friends thinking of you and that God has a better plan. Your old friends?Dallas and Donna Deege"
"Denny, Jeff, Jacque, and John, I am deeply saddened to hear of Chris`s passing. It is a loss for all who knew her. May God be with you."
"Denny, Jacque, and Jeff, so sad for your loss. Chris was such a special lady. We are out of town this weekend,so please except our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Love, Karen and Skip"
"Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Denny, my condolences for your loss. Chris was a dear friend and a role model. She was wonderful to work with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family"
"Denny and family...we were deeply sadden by the news of Chris's passing. She was a wonderful, classy lady who will be missed by many. Our family's thoughts are with you and your family. Cherish the many memories you created and your love will carry you through. Prayers be with you from the Prengers."
"Thinking of you and your family at this time of loss."
"So saddened to hear about Chris. I still remeber the night she made the hole in one. God was with her then and I am sure he is with her now. May God's love surround you and bring you and your family peace."
"Denny, Jacque and Jeff: I wanted to send my condolences and tell you how sorry that Chris had to leave us so early in life. She was a great person and I worked with her for so many years. She was the greatest to work with and also am honered to counted as one of friends. Always rememer that God is with her now and she will be looking down on each of you as a Guardian Angel. Rich and Reita"
"Dear Mr. Grimm, I was deeply saddened to learn of Chris? death and I would like to express to you my sincere sadness and sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. Even though I only got to meet Chris once or twice when she visited our Denver office, I love her upbeat attitude and her bubbly personality. She will be dearly missed."
"Denny and Family, Please accept our heartfelt condolences. The world shines less bright this morning without Chris in it. Chris was one of the bravest souls God ever made and now she rests in His loving arms."
"Denny, We are so sorry to hear of Chris's passing. You are in our prayers."
"So shocked and saddened to hear of Chris' passing. I first met Chris when she went to work at MoorMan's back in the 70s; she was a lovely young lady with a wonderful personality and great potential. She achieved so much in her all too short life. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Denny."
"Chris was always upbeat and fun t be around, she was an inspiration to one and all ,the Boat club and Blues in the park seemed to be her cup of tea, to all of the Grimm family we extend our condolences. Bob / Judy"
"We were so stunned to hear of Chris' passing. She was a lovely lady that I met when she came to work at MoorMan's many, many years ago. She accomplished so much and was such a blessing to her family and coworkers. So very sad that her life ended much too soon. Our thoughts and prayers and with you, Denny, and your family."
"It was a pleasure working and knowing Chris. I admired her work ethic and even under pressure he had a great sense of humor. I have worked with many clients through my career and I can truly say that Chris and the team in Quincy made it a pleasant experience. To her family, I extend my condolences during these tough times."
"Denny, Jacque, and Jeff our sincere condolences to you during this time of great loss? Chris will be well remembered for her kindness, work ethic, and the difference her presence made in an often hectic work environment. We pray that God provide you strength, comfort, and joyful memories during this difficult time in your lives?"
"Denny, Jacque, and Jeff, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Chris was such as great , kind, classy lady. The world was a better place because of her. I am honored to have been friends with her and to have worked with her all those years. She was a great mentor to me. May God be with you during this extremely difficult time. All our prayers to you. God bless you."
"Such a great lady and a great friend. Our hearts and prayers are with you across the miles. We will never forget her energy, love and kindness. Her smile could always make your day! This is a great loss to us and a great gain to heaven. I am certain that she has been welcomed into her new home with a "golf cart" awaiting her arrival. May the wonderful memories she has created for all of us be her legacy. Love to the entire extended Grimm family. Love, Nancy and Jackie"