JR was the second oldest of 8 children. He is survived by his wife Judith Grimsley of Amarillo, Brother Robert Grimsley and Sister Patsy Bragg of Amarillo. His 3 daughters Janie and Angie Grimsley of Amarillo, Marta and husband Rick Myers of Oklahoma City. Two sons Robert and wife Julie Allen, Matthew and wife Audreanna Allen of Amarillo.
16 Grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
The family asks that memorials be sent to River Road Assembly of God, Care of Pastor Bryan Vallance.