John Steven Grace

Sylvania –John Steven Grace, age 63, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2011 at his residence in Sylvania. He was born in Jasper County, AL, was a carpenter and a coach and was of Baptist faith. He was a wonderful husband, Dad, mentor, best friend, proud grandfather and a hero to most, especially to the ones he coached. He was preceded in death by his Parents: John Raymond & Kathryn Robson Grace.

Survivors: Wife: Danna M. Grace of Sylvania; Daughters and Sons-In-Law: Stevie Grace & Dusty Bragg and Taylor Grace & Jason Morgan, all of Sylvania; Sons and Daughter-In-Law: Chad & Belinda Grace and Donnie Leeper, all of Jacksonville, FL; Sisters: Sandy Reppert of Jacksonville, FL, Joyce Hucks of Atlanta and Susie Stilley of Thomasville; Brother: Andy Grace of Jacksonville, FL; Grandchildren: Hayden Grace, Devon Bragg, Daniel Bragg, Drew Bragg, Jayden Morgan, Dustin Bragg, Dylan Bragg, Jordon Grace, Kyndal Grace and Anniston Leeper; Several Nieces and Nephews.

Memorial Services: Thursday, April 7, 2011, at 2:00 PM at the Thompson-Strickland-Waters Chapel with Rev. Steve Purnell officiating.

Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online at thompsonstricklandwaters.com.