October 20, 1931 - January 27, 2024
Raymond A. Grinde, 92, of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 27, 2024. He was born on October 20,1931 to Roy and Alice Grinde in Estherville, IA. Survived by sons, Steven (Kathy) and Scott (Kathy); grandchildren, Anders (Jacquie) Grinde, Kjersten (Ian) Timoney, Eric (Michelle) Grinde, Kelsey Grinde (Zack Meyer) and Erika Grinde; great-grandchildren, Jared, Ray and Betsy Grinde, Leena Timoney and Penelope Grinde; sister, Gloria Larson and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by loving wife of 65 years, Jan; parents, Roy and Alice Grinde; brother, Lloyd; sisters, Shirley and Vera; and grandchild, baby boy Grinde.
Ray served in the Korean War and was a graduate of Augsburg College. He and Jan were married in 1956 and raised their family in Roseville where he was an active member of Roseville Lutheran Church for over 50 years. Ray had a long and distinguished career as Assistant Treasurer and Secretary at West Publishing Company.
After retiring he served on the Augsburg College Board of Regents. His passions included attending his grandchildren's events and playing golf both in MN and at his winter residence in Naples, FL.
The service can also be watched online on the church's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/moplychurch).
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to donor's choice.
Celebration of Life
Friday, April 12, 2024
10:00 AM
Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth
12235 Old Rockford Rd.
Plymouth, MN 55441
Visitation
Friday, April 12, 2024
9:00-10:00 AM
Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth
12235 Old Rockford Rd.
Plymouth, MN 55441
Interment
Private
Ft. Snelling National Cemetery
7601 34th Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55450
Blessings to you as you mourn the death of your father Ray. I have many memories of your father Ray and your mother Jan from our/my days at RLC. Their lives were a testament to their faith.
God comfort and sustain you in the days ahead.
Peace and Hope, George Weinman, retired pastor RLC