James Rupert "Jim" "JR" Grow
September 12, 1950 ~ September 11, 2018
James “Jim” Rupert Grow, “JR”, 67 of Lexington Park, MD formerly of Swan Point, MD passed away on September 11, 2018 at his home. Born on September 12, 1950 in Joplin, Missouri he was the loving son of the late Ethel Gertrude Smith Grow and William Samuel Grow. Jim is survived by his children; Sarah Grow Butler (Joseph) of Lexington Park, MD, Samuel Grow of Franklin, TN, Angela Grow of Lusby, MD and Vickie Grow (ex-wife) of Swan Point, MD. 3 Grandchildren; Emmry Harlow Grow, Madyson Grace Butler and Mason Lewis Harold Butler. Siblings; Ginger Post of FL, William (Bill) Grow of Welcome, MD and Cynthia Grow of SC. He is preceded in death by his sister Nancy Drury.
Jim moved from Baxter Springs, KS to Charles County MD in 1968. He was employed as a Safety Director and Job Trainer for Southern Maryland Electric in Hughesville, MD for 32 years retiring in 2008.
Jim enjoyed Crown Royal, John Wayne Movies, Elvis Presley, home cooked meals, a clean house and heavily starched jeans. His favorite Bible passages/verses are Psalm 91 and Isaiah 53:5.
A Private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
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to the grow family in very sorry for you loss
JR my friend, your passing has hit me hard. I have so many good memories and will keep you alive within me through those memories. You were so easy to talk to, to listen to others and your word was your bond. When you extended friendship it was forever. I’ve thought so hard about the laughs, the tears, the meetings and the wonderful “H.R luncheons” we shared. Most of all, I will always remember that you gave great hugs, always smelled so good and blushed so easily. You touched so many lives and I know they will remember your efforts, faith and overall concern for their safety and well being. I loved you as my brother then and will always. Rest in peace. My heartfelt condolences to your family. Sharon
JR, I know you are “home”and that we will see each other again. Thank God for faith, hope and love. You were such a wonderful friend and co-worker, always caring about others more than yourself. I feel honored to have known you. May God comfort your loved ones during this time. Until we meet again, your friend, Judy.
To Grow Family
Thinking of you during this sad time “God Bless”
I don’t feel like I had a lot of time to get to know you, but from the time I did have, you were a great guy. You were always smiling. You had a great sense of humor. Sorry we didn’t have more time together. Prayers to your family. RIP, my friend.
im so sorry for your loss
Jim Grow your smile and laugh are forever in our hearts. I pray you are at peace and longer in pain. You were loved by so many! God truly made you special and unique! Thankful for the time God allowed you to be in our lives. Praying for strength and comfort for your family on this journey.
Rest In Pesce my dear friend!
Peace and blessings
Gwen Bankins
In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend to you my heartfelt condolences. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
I just learned of JR’s passing last week from a co-workers’ posting. It gave me a pain in my heart when I read it. To Vickie, Angela, Sarah and Sammy, I wanted to let you know you were all he talked about and loved in this world. You couldn’t leave his office without a story or concern that didn’t have your names in it and he was so proud of you all. I will always remember his strong faith, his bible quotes, his Elvis singing impersonations, his smile, cowboy boots and cologne. He was always striving to “do the right thing.” Sending Love and Condolences – Lisa Faunce
Vickie, Sam, Sarah and families,
I have to say how very sad and how very sorry I am to hear of Jim’s passing. My heart is just broken. I had the pleasure to work with him for a few years and he touched my heart. He was one of the kindest and most sincere people that I ever worked with. He always had an open ear and great words of wisdom and encouragement. He honestly cared about his co-workers and put forth so much effort to complete a job to the best of his ability. He entertained us with his beautiful voice and loved to speak of his children and wife with a smile and gleam in his eye. He passed his talent on to his family and was beyond proud of all. God Bless you all and Jim, my dear friend, may you Rest In Peace with the grace and glory of our Lord. You will forever be missed.
Thinking of you and your family, Sarah. My heart breaks for you! xoxxo