of Guy, AR
May 23, 1967 - July 16, 2017
Barry Con Grimes, 50, of Guy, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 16, 2017. He was born May 23, 1967 in Conway to Larry and Ann Battles Grimes. Barry was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Darby Grimes.
Barry was of the Baptist faith and was Co-Owner/Operator of Grimes Construction until his father's passing and then he became sole owner of the business. He enjoyed scuba diving, riding atvs, camping, boating, and vehicle restoration. Most of all Barry loved spending time with his family. He was a loving husband and father who was very dedicated to his family. Barry will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Barry is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Susan, daughter, Olivia, mother, Ann Grimes, his sister, Amanda Passmore (George), numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and his faithful companion, Maverick.
Visitation is at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 19th with funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. at Copperas Springs Baptist Church. Bro. Ed Stephenson and Bro. Gary Burdin will be officiating. Burial will follow at Copperas Springs Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Bill Holt, Bill Frye, Evan Sherwood, Phillip Knight, Bart Walters, and Ben Moffitt.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Red Cross of Little Rock, 401 S Monroe, Little Rock, AR 72205. Also an account has been set up for Olivia at First Security Bank in Greenbrier for a college donation.
Ann and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Barry. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Praying for you all!
So Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and pray is with all of you...would have love to be there. I just want to say Ann you are a strong lady...God bless you and the family...
To one of my favorite families in my life EVER I can't find words to tell you how my heart hurts for you all I Love You always heaven is sweeter and sweeter every day I can't wait....I love you so much...Becky
My heart hurts for the passing of my dear cousin Barry. My thoughts and prayers are with aunt Ann, Amanda, Susan, Olivia and ALL the many friends and family!!!! We talked in March about his upcoming Stem Cell Transplant and he was really upbeat and said prognosis was good. He was looking forward to lake season and had questions about my upcoming shoulder surgery!!! Always caring for others and never seemed sad -- I am miles away but the Grimes family has always been near and dear to my heart! Many prayers for comfort to all. As we all know, Barry is in a better place fulfilling the plan that God has for him. Much love ❤️
I am sorry to hear about your loss and I express my sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. The Grimes family is so very precious to us. We love you all. Sheri, Curtis, Martha, & family
Sorry for the loss of a good man as Barry was he will be missed. I had know Barry since he was 16 and he was always a good person to everybody. Prayers are with the family in these trying times.
You are in my prayerd
Had some great 5th and 6th grade memories of Barry. Riding my bicycle to Guy and going by his parents house. We played for awhile then Barry would go in and watch the Duke's of Hazzard. As for our adult life, talked to him three or four times. His attitude, to me, was still the same as it was when we were kids. Going to miss Barry, who talked about working on his fixer upper.
I have so many fond memories of our childhood - riding 3 wheelers, tracking rabbits in the snow, fishing, tractor pulls and farm shows. Home-made donuts and the Dukes of Hazzard at Jerry and Margaret's. Sneaking dried peaches off the cellar at Miss Vallie's. I'm pretty sure I was the one who taught Barry to tie his shoes. I wish I was talking to you about these things instead of writing them here. But I have to lean on the faith that was instilled in our lives when we were young and innocent. A faith that gives me assurance that this was the way The Great Physician saw fit to heal you completely. To call you Home and into His presence. Save me a seat at the cool kid's table - I'll be along directly. I love you, Barry Con.
I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are sent to you.
All our love
Alan and Terri Kelley
Our hearts have been hurting since we heard that Barry had passed. We are so very sorry! Susan, Olivia, Anne, and family please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you now and in the days ahead. We love you.
--Chelsey & Corey Davidson
Susan and Olivia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of your loss of Barry.
Susan and Olivia you are in our hearts with love and prayers. EY, Misty and Nicholas
Praying for your family during this difficult time for peace. Barry was like an older brother to me. He will be greatly missed.