Martha Georgia Grimes

Sept. 10, 1916 – October 18, 2010

Martha Georgia Grimes, 94, passed away Monday, October 18, 2010, at Redmond Healthcare Center where her family and the loving staff of the Redmond Healthcare Center surrounded her.

Georgia was born September 10, 1916, to John and Alma Edison in Golden City, MO.

The family resided there until 1925, when they moved to Exeter, California. On May 6, 1935, she married Shelby F. Grimes, her husband of 61 years. In 1951, Shelby, Georgia and their two sons relocated to Central Oregon.

Georgia enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, reading, and her weekly Bible Study; they were her treasured friends and provide much joy and support to her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelby; and son, Willard. Surviving children include a son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Gayle Grimes of Redmond; and a daughter and son-in-law, Martha and Larry Hansen of Federal Way, WA. Georgia left six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Autumn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangement. A graveside ceremony will be held on Friday, October 22, at 1:00 PM, at the Deschutes Memorial Gardens, in Bend. A reception will follow at the Tumalo Community Church 64671 Bruce Ave.

Martha Georgia Grimes