Clarence Jack Grindstaff

Age 84, of Carrollton, died Tuesday, May 16, 2023 in Aultman Hospital. He was born Sept. 29, 1938 in Newland, NC to Claude and Maggie (Koon) Grindstaff. He retired from Republic Steel in Canton where he had worked for 36 years as an electrician. He is a member and former deacon of the First Christian Church of Malvern. He was an avid fisherman and woodworker and loved wintering in Florida and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Carol (Klotz) Grindstaff whom he married June 28, 1957, 3 children, Kevin (Cindy) Grindstaff of Carrollton, Connie (Bob) Mace of Carrollton, Sonia Grindstaff of Massillon, 3 sisters, Elsie (Ralph) Berry of Lenoir, NC, Norma (Howard) Bentley of Lenoir, NC, Mildred Townsend of Banner Elk, NC, brother, James (Reva) Grindstaff of Lenoir, NC, sister-in-law, Helene Grindstaff of Carrollton, 6 grandchildren, Brad (Renee) Grindstaff, Kari (Jim) Hurley, Chad (Mandy) Mace, Chandra Mace, Ray (Liv Adams) Burkart, SrA Walter Burkart and 10 great grandchildren and a great grandchild on the way! He is preceded in death by 2 sisters, Leila Berry, Reaney Vance, brother, Cecil Grindstaff and 2 infant brothers.

Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11:00 am in the First Christian Church of Malvern with Mr. Kenny Thomas and Mr. Mark Black officiating. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday 5-7 pm at the First Christian Church of Malvern. Memorial contributions may be to the Missions Fund at the church.