Barbara Elaine Sloan Grindstaff, 74, of Hendersonville passed away Saturday April 14, 2012 at the Elizabeth House.
She was a daughter of the late Jay and Eva Sloan.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother, Dean Sloan.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, Christian and friend. She was a member of the Hendersonville Church of Christ.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 48 years, Floyd Grindstaff; two sons, Robert Grindstaff and wife Melinda of Hendersonville and Kevin Grindstaff and wife Patricia of Irmo, SC; two sisters, Eva Jean Hall of Orlando, FL and Juandaline West and husband J.C. of Franklin, KY; three grandchildren, Morgan of Hendersonville, and Wes and Michaela of Irmo, SC; her mother-in-law, Hazel Grindstaff of Mars Hill, NC and several Nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday at the Hendersonville Church of Christ. Mr. Steve Teel and Mr. Jerry Senn will officiate. Burial will follow the service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Monday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials can be sent to Four Season Compassion for Life 571 South Allen Rd. Flat Rock, NC 28731 or Palmetto Bible Camp.
posted on 4/17/12
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Christine Baddeley posted on 4/15/12
My deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Frederick Ledbetter posted on 4/17/12
Floyd , I am sorry of your loss of Barbara, --you will be in my prayers . Smokey
Howard, Gwen and Holly Babbitt posted on 4/15/12
Blessing to all the Grindstaffs at this difficult time. Barbara was such a sweet friend and we will miss her.
Mark & Jody Christopher posted on 4/17/12
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam Maxwell posted on 4/15/12
Robert and Melinda, I am so sorry for your loss. The kindness of you and your family will always have a special place in my heart. Your sister in Christ,
Beckie Cagle posted on 4/17/12
I wanted you all to know how much we will miss seeing Barbara at the office, always smiling no matter how bad she felt. I know it will be an adjustment for you all going on without her but you can have peace knowing she is now in the arms of Jesus. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve&Opal Paynter posted on 4/15/12
We have you and your family in our prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Bill and Jeanette Jennings posted on 4/17/12
Every moment that you spent with your mother will be revisited and relished as time passes. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie and Kathy Watkins posted on 4/16/12
Hey Robert and Melinda, So sorry about your mom! We're out of town, won't be able to come to services, but we'll be thinking of you. Eddie and Kathy
Ondrea Baker posted on 4/17/12
Robert, just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother is in a beautiful place now and may that bring you comfort.
Joe Henderson posted on 4/16/12
Dear Floyd, Robert & Kevin, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife & mother. She was a great Christian women, and I know that she is in a much better place. May God give you the strength to get through this tough time and remember all the great memories you shared in this life. Thanks for always being such great friends to my family. With Deepest Sympathy, Joe
Leslie and Sharon McCarson posted on 4/18/12
Robert, Melinda and Morgan, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and grandmother, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gayle Elmore Morgan posted on 4/16/12
To the Grindstaff Family, I was so sad to hear of your loss. Barbara is "resting" with our Lord now. This brings comfort, we will see her again! My heartfelt love is with you all.
Rita Wade Brackin posted on 4/23/12
I just learned of Barbara's passing. I played with her & her sisters growing up & we all graduated from FSHS together. We have been apart for many years but I still considered her a good friend. The memorial video brought back a lot of happy memories. My thouhts & prayers are with the entire family. God Bless
Tim Putnam posted on 4/16/12
Robert and Melinda, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. The song says: "In times like these, you need a Savior, In times like these, you need an anchor, Be very sure, Be very sure, Your anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock." Jesus is our Rock,hold on to Him and we will be with through this time. I am praying for you and your family.
Penny Lorenz Gattis posted on 4/25/12
I am so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. My prayers are with you. In case you are not sure who this is-I used to run Uno Grocery many years ago. Barbara was always such a wonderful lady. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you. May God's loving arms go around all of you with the loss of your wife, Floyd and your mother Kevin and Robert. It is a very difficult path ahead for you but just know there are many people praying for you. God bless all of you
Kathy McKenzie posted on 4/16/12
Floyd, Robert and Kevin, I'm sorry for your loss. Barbara was a great christian example to all that came into contact with her! It is very comforting to KNOW where she is now! Love and prayers, Kathy
Connie Morrison posted on 4/27/12
Robert, Melinda & Morgan, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray the Lord will provide you all comfort and peace.
Debbie Reemes Ford posted on 4/16/12
Dear Robert and Family: I am so sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Moms are so special, and I know you will miss her. May God bless you and keep you and your family close to His heart at this time. Take care, and know you will be in my thoughts. Love and prayers, Debbie
Mark and Cindy Splawn posted on 4/16/12
We are so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. Our prayers are with you.
Pam Davis Murphy posted on 4/14/12
Barbara and the whole Grindstaff family have and always will a special place in my heart. Barbara you may be gone in body, but your spirit lives on in all you have touched! You will be missed!
Aubrey and Evelyn Splawn posted on 4/16/12
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We have only sweet memories of your mother. God bless you and we are so sorry for your loss.
posted on 4/15/12
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Kevin and Ashlee Horton posted on 4/16/12
Kevin and Patricia,, Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Kevin and Ashlee Horton
Donald Bayse posted on 4/15/12
Dear Robert and family, We are praying for you during this time of loss. Don and Linda Bayse
Kenneth K. Hyder posted on 4/17/12
Dear Floyd, Robert & Kevin, I am truly sorry to hear of Barbara's passing, but with faith like her's, she will be in a wonderful place! She was always nice to me and I considered her a special friend! Love ya'll, Ken
Jeff Tweed posted on 4/15/12
Robert, may the Lord comfort you and your entire family in this time of sorrow.
gail Laughter posted on 4/17/12
To the Family , you are in our thought and prayers in the loss of your wife and mother. We have known Robert for a long time and your mom will be missed but she is in a better place now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Charles (Bud) & Gail Laughter Family
“Thank you so much for helping us get through such a tough time in our lives. We appreciate all the little extras you did for us. We are so grateful to the Lord for the kindness, love and support you gave to our family and helping us to honor our loved one. We will never forget you!”
OSCAR STEADMAN posted on 4/15/12
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WITH ALL DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW MAY GOD BLESS EVERYONE