Rockne Edward Grimes

Rockne “Rocky” Edward Grimes, 74

Rockne “Rocky” Edward Grimes of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at George C. Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale.

He was born July 9, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Ralph and Cassandra Grimes; he moved to Lake Wales from Ohio 20 years ago. Rocky was a house painter and served with the United States Army for six years. He was a member of Impact Church. Rocky loved to do puzzles and to collect eagles and wolves.

Rocky was preceded in death by his son, Ronald Grimes, brother, Ralph Grimes, as well as other brothers and sisters.

He is survived by his wife of 7 years, Kim Grimes; daughters, Andrea Grimes of Ohio, Rozanne Eaton and husband John of Ohio, Nicole Cribbs and husband Larry of Florida, Melissa Fulmer of Kentucky, Andrea Bangs and husband James of Florida; son, Rockne E. Grimes, Jr. of Ohio; sister, Joy King of Ohio; brother, Roger Grimes of Alabama; dog, Roxanne; 14 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held 11:00 AM, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Marion Nelson Funeral Home, Lake Wales with Rev. Walter Nelson Officiating.