Andrew "Andy" W. Grimes

Andy was born on April 2, 1927 in Chicago, IL. He married Joyce E. Forrester on September 29, 1951 in Springfield; she preceded him in death on January 10, 2020.

Andy retired from Franklin Life after 30 years of service. Through the years he enjoyed golf, music, and playing the piano, but family was most important to him.

He is survived by one son, Steven (wife, Donna) Grimes of Plano, TX; two daughters, Carol (husband, Greg) Metzger of Noblesville, IN and Sharon (husband, Bill) Gibbons of Springfield; seven grandchildren, Tracy Metzger, Julie (husband, Ray) Gotanco, Michael (wife, Heather) Metzger, Carrie (husband, David) Rooney, Katie (husband, Travis) Williams, and Patrick and Megan Grimes; two step-grandchildren, Ryan and Patrick Gibbons; 12 great-grandchildren; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

Cremation will be provided by Butler Cremation Tribute Center prior to ceremonies.

Funeral Mass: 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church in Chatham, with Father John Nolan, celebrant. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 700 East Spruce St., Chatham, IL 62629.

The family is being served by Butler Funeral Home—Chatham, 8855 State Rt. 4, Chatham.