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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Willie Grady, 75 years old, born on December 6, 1940, and passed away on September 12, 2016. We will remember him forever.
September 17, 2016
September 17, 2016
I am so sorry about Mr. Willie. I never saw him without a smile on his face. 2 things stick out in my memories one was his loving way with his family and how smart he was when we remodeled a home. He would absolutely know just what he was doing on everything. Second we had talks about demons people fight always made me feel normal!! Love you and will miss our walks and talks! Love you so much!!
September 14, 2016
September 14, 2016
This man is one of the most amazing men I've ever met in my life. My grandpa. I wish I could have him forever, but he left this world yesterday at 10pm. I was in the room. I love him so much. Yesterday I told him he was the best granddaddy in the entire world, and I gave him a hug and told him I loved him. He looked me in the eyes and told me, I love you too, honey. I will never forget that moment. Im determined to let his life live out in me. With his love and compassion, which he deemed as the most important thing, and he showed it. If you went to visit him or he visited you, you weren't leaving without something in your hand. He loved to give. His strength, he fought until the very last second. Even yesterday, when he was so sick in bed.. he was trying to do his arm and leg exercises. His joy and love for life, nothing could bring this man down, not even the diagnosis of a terminal cancer. He brought so much joy to me, my family, and the nurses during these last months. He always had high spirits and always wanted to make everyone laugh. He was one of my biggest supporters throughout my life. He was always there cheering me on and convincing me that I was the best when I was a child performing my plays for him and even now. He loved that I worked with children and did physical therapy. I would have lunch with him about twice a week during my lunch break at work and he would pray for my talents and abilities to help these children. He would always check on me and takes care of me when I am sick, and I hope I did justice by helping take care of him these last couple of weeks. I know this is going to be so hard for my family because we just love him so very much. His memory and the things he taught us will forever live out in us. I always wanted my children to meet my amazing grandpa, and it hurts my heart that they won't on this earth, but they will know everything about him. They will know who he was, what he stood for, and how much I love him. 

Love,
Madi

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September 17, 2016
September 17, 2016
I am so sorry about Mr. Willie. I never saw him without a smile on his face. 2 things stick out in my memories one was his loving way with his family and how smart he was when we remodeled a home. He would absolutely know just what he was doing on everything. Second we had talks about demons people fight always made me feel normal!! Love you and will miss our walks and talks! Love you so much!!
September 14, 2016
September 14, 2016
This man is one of the most amazing men I've ever met in my life. My grandpa. I wish I could have him forever, but he left this world yesterday at 10pm. I was in the room. I love him so much. Yesterday I told him he was the best granddaddy in the entire world, and I gave him a hug and told him I loved him. He looked me in the eyes and told me, I love you too, honey. I will never forget that moment. Im determined to let his life live out in me. With his love and compassion, which he deemed as the most important thing, and he showed it. If you went to visit him or he visited you, you weren't leaving without something in your hand. He loved to give. His strength, he fought until the very last second. Even yesterday, when he was so sick in bed.. he was trying to do his arm and leg exercises. His joy and love for life, nothing could bring this man down, not even the diagnosis of a terminal cancer. He brought so much joy to me, my family, and the nurses during these last months. He always had high spirits and always wanted to make everyone laugh. He was one of my biggest supporters throughout my life. He was always there cheering me on and convincing me that I was the best when I was a child performing my plays for him and even now. He loved that I worked with children and did physical therapy. I would have lunch with him about twice a week during my lunch break at work and he would pray for my talents and abilities to help these children. He would always check on me and takes care of me when I am sick, and I hope I did justice by helping take care of him these last couple of weeks. I know this is going to be so hard for my family because we just love him so very much. His memory and the things he taught us will forever live out in us. I always wanted my children to meet my amazing grandpa, and it hurts my heart that they won't on this earth, but they will know everything about him. They will know who he was, what he stood for, and how much I love him. 

Love,
Madi
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September 15, 2016

I always remember Mr. Grady working--in the yard, in the garden, etc. I think he could fix just about anything.  I never remember him sitting still unless he was shelling peas or shucking corn.  He was always so kind to all of us girls in Poole Cove when we would come over to play Barbies, play with the dogs, and putting up with all the giggling and talking we did.  He always made time to talk to us even when he was busy.  He was such a soft spoken man and I loved to hear him play his guitar!!  He had a peaceful presence, which is such a contrast to my dad (for those of you who know my dad, you totally understand what I mean--LOL).  I'm so grateful to have known him.  He has left a legacy of love for his family and he will definitely be missed by all who knew him.  We are praying for all of you as you grieve.  
In Christ,
Melissa Verkler Slade ("Missy") 

September 13, 2016

One of the things I will always remember most is that Mr. Grady was very kind-hearted.  He'd always make me smile while trying to find the best loaves of bread and sweet rolls from the bakery to share with us.  And he made sure we knew when his fruit trees were bearing.  You could tell that givng and sharing was simply his nature.  I am very thankful we had supper with him Sunday before he ended up in the hospital again.  The fact we just shared a meal with him is a reminder of how short and precious life is.  We love you all.

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