Obituary
Ronnie David Grimes of Trumann departed this life Friday at the family residence at the age of 72 years, 9 months and 19 days. He was born Monday, February 2, 1953 in Trumann. Ronnie was retired from the Trumann Country Club as a ground keeper and a member of Cornerstone Baptist in Harrisburg. He was preceded in death by one sister, Donna Faye Grimes; one brother, Gayle Grimes; special nephew, Mark Grimes; special cousin, James Sutfin; great-grandchildren; Hadleigh Elrod and William Clayton Collins and his parents, Leonard and Juanita Grimes
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shelia Grimes of the home; two sons, Shayne (Brandy) Grimes of Trumann, and Jacob (
Bethany) Elrod of Lake City; three daughters, Jennifer (Steve) Privett of Harrisburg, Amy (Billy) Williams of Trumann, and Angela (Michael) Stuht of Paragould; eight grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren and special cousin, Rita Sutfin.
The family will receive friends Monday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will follow at 1:30 in the chapel with Revs. Ricky Dobbins and Jason Goad officiating. Burial will follow in Pine Hill Cemetery in Jonesboro.
Pallbearers will be Roger Haynes, Ricky Haynes, James Earl Haynes, Shayne Grimes, Shawn Blanchard, Donnie Stacy. Honorary pallbearers are Steve Privett, Michael Stuht, Billy Williams, and Jacob Elrod.
An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net
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"Shelia I am so sorry for your loss, Ronnie has always been so kind and a good friend. I will be praying for you and your family. I would have been there if I had known he passed away. Hugs and prayers.
Doris Penter, Trumann, Arkansas December 2, 2025
"Praying for you all, I just talked to him not long ago in Trumann at a flea market. He sure was a great man! I’m praying for you all, he’ll definitely be missed! I love you all very much!
Angela Blagg, Jonesboro November 24, 2025
"My heart goes out to all of you. So sorry for the loss of Ronnie but at least he will be pain-free forever. I wonder if he will be making them laugh in heaven?
Lots of good memories of our younger days …
Carol Haynes, Arkansas November 24, 2025
"Uncle Ronnie was a wonderful man. He was loved and will be missed. I have so many great memories of him. Praying for you Aunt Shila and family. I wish I could be there to hug all of you. I love you all.
Mandy Hammell , Florida November 24, 2025
"Prayers to all
Gary Russell , Trumann,ArNovember 24, 2025
"I'm praying for y'all every day.
Tara Hooks, Paragould arNovember 24, 2025
"So sorry for your loss. Continued prayers for peace and comfort!
Denise, Hardy ARNovember 24, 2025
"Shelia and family
I am so very sorry about Ronnie. He was always such a nice and outgoing man to me. A good friend when we would meet. I know you and your family will miss him so much. I pray for peace and comfort for you all. Much love.
Peggy Biggers, Trumann November 23, 2025
"So sorry for your loss.
Steve Hefner , Paragould November 23, 2025
"Ronnie was a special person and a special nephew. Go rest high on that mountain. You have earned it.
Flora Lyons, Lees Summit, MO. November 22, 2025
"Angela, so sorry for the loss of your father . You & your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Fay Conner, Paragould ArNovember 22, 2025
"So sorry for your loss Jenn. Praying for you, your sweet mama and your family. Cling to Jesus and let Him give you strength through this difficult time. I love you! Hugs
Emmie Huffman , Missouri November 22, 2025
