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Obituary For Mr. Ernest M, Grindley

Ernest was born in St.Elizabeth, Jamaica on February 16, 1930. As a young man, he went to Kingston to live and after some years migrated to England where he met his wife Enid and they had four children - Quinton, Lenworth (Wade), Michelle and Andrew(now deceased). When the Nuneaton Caribbean friendly Association was formed in 1974,it started with a group of willing people and Ernest was one of those willing to get behind the idea of forming a structured group that would help nurture the cultural,social and educational needs of the Caribbean people living in Nuneaton at the time. He served on the Committee for many years and held every position including being a long running Chairperson. As an active member, he was instumental in keeping the group together through his dynamic nature and bubbly personality.He gained the respect of the community as one who was always ready to give a helping hand in anyway that he could. His popularity was such that his friends affectionately knew him as "Cowboy". His strength lay in being one who was very good at organising and supporting others in their roles in order to make things run sucessfully, whether it was organising a day trip, a dance or planning a children's party. In the words of his good friend, Mr. Ronald Hornsby: "He was a man of all - seasons, one who was for everybody and it was never too much for him to do anything for anyone. He was just good to everyone around him. when the NCFA was first set up, he was the one railed around to assist with the first dance that was the beginning of many such dances, with people coming from near and far to attend" The legacy that Ernest has left in Nuneaton is a very warming one as the group continues to grow even through its ups and down, it is still going strong, with work that has been continued through both his children, Michelle and Wade who have both served actively on the Committee and also as Chairperson,respectively. He was the one who put the "friendly" into the Nuneaton friendly Association and he will always be remembered for the part that he played in helping the group to be where it is today. Ernest was very much missed when he left England's shores to start a new life in America. In 1982 he migrated to the USA and in 1983 came to Atlanta to reside. He was an active member of various groups e.g. The Jamaica Atlanta Assiciation and the Men's Club at Holy Cross Episcopal Church. He was also a chorister at the Church. He would make concerted efforts to attens all meetings and occasions, especially if they were fund- raisers. Ernest was very dignified and a "people person" who was well respected by all . He could be very witty at times and his famous words were " One Love" and would refer to his female friends as " Miss World" Music was a part of him - he loved life and lifed it to the fullest until he was stricken by his illness. He will be a tremendous loss to all who know him. His family and friends were extremly happy when he visited them in England in April of this year - this, being his last visit- and as he leaves the shores again he will be sadly missed. Apart from his immediate family,he leaves behind grand children Marcus, Carys, Joshua, Khia, Kyrina and Naarah; sisters, Yunlyn, Olive, Amoylyn, Nukelyn, Beverly and Patricia and numerous neices, nephews, aunts cousins,and in-laws.

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Guest Book

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Grindley family at this difficult time. We loved you Ernest. You were kind and a dear friend like family to us. We have very fond memories of our early days in England. God Bless. Gus and Ursula Felix xx

- Yvonne Felix

My thoughts and prayers are with the Grindley Family in their time of sadness for Uncle Ernest. His laugh and smile will live on. Yvonne Felix xx

- Yvonne Felix

May the roads rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rain fall soft upon your fields And, until we meet again, May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.

- Fay Morrison McCormack

Mr. Ernest. I will never forget your kindness to my little brother and me. You always had a little gift for us and you always made me feel like a princess. You were one of my dad's good friends and we loved you. Thank you for being so kind.

- Francia McCormack

We will miss Uncle Ernest's laughter, good nature and constant support over the years. We as a family; Lorna, Annette, Michelle and Craig, send our deepest sympathies to the Grindley family during this sad time. God bless you all.

- Michelle Lowe

TO THE GRINDLEY FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL,I WAS SO GLAD ONLY A FEW WEEKS AGO WAS ABLE TO SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME TOGETHER TALKING ABOUT THE OLD TIMES AND THE FUN WE HAD,ERNEST YOU WILL BE MISSED NOT ONLY BY ME ABD MY FAMILY BUT ALL THE MATES YOU USED TO HANG AROUND WITH ,GOD BLESS.

- Winston & Annette Stirling &family

My deepest sympathy to the family.

- Audrey Lindsay

Uncle Ernest (Joker!!!) - One of the finest people I have been blessed to know. Sure, if we could have a conversation - you would just me that cheeky grin and laugh out load, telling me 'Mi garn, see you later!' We at 18 Alcester Road will never forget the great fun you have injected into this home over the years; if there was degree to be had in jestering - you would have got first class honours. You have been taken away from us, your family and friends here on earth - but go on away - I am sure the welcoming committee, Uncle Cyril, Fraser, Uncle Len, Auntie Mavis, Froggy, Chalkie Whyte and of course Andrew was cotching up at the pearly gate to greet you. Love you, miss you - sleep and take your rest my beautiful, beautiful Uncle. Auntie Enid, Quinton, Wade & Michelle - much love and we thinking about you at this very sad time. Paulette Lewis-Fitch & Family

- Paulette Lewis-Fitch

I send my love and deepest sympathies to all of the Grindley Family on the sad loss of Uncle Ernest. I have very good memories of times spent with him and his saying "Come in if you're good looking." I will miss him dearly.

- Sandra Felix

I am sad to hear of the passing of Uncle Ernest. As he rests in peace, I pray peace and comfort for Aunt Enid and his children and all his loved ones. God bless.

- Peter Hutchinson

My deepest condolencies goes to all the Grindley family & good friends who share the loss of Uncle Ernest. There are so many fond memories and will always remember his bubbly and jovial personality. Please take comfort in knowing that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God give you all strength, prosperity and peace always. One Love. From all the Hendricks Family

- Yvonne Hendricks & family