James “Jim” Vincent Grant
Share
James “Jim” Vincent Grant passed away on Friday April 15th, 2022 at his home.
Jim was born May 19th,1948 in Parsons, Kansas to the late Leslie and Mary Grant.
Jim attended school in Parsons and enjoyed growing up in the “Wye” of Parsons where he made many lifelong friends. Especially “Little Joe” Alvarez, and cousin JJ Hernandez. Jim’s first job following school was with Cable Vision traveling across the country. Returning to Parsons to work with Sprigg Construction where he learned the trade of a concrete finisher.
Jim married Diane Hill and they moved to Eudora where he worked for Tony’s Imported Cars and International Tractor Supply. A son, Terry Lee was born. The marriage later ended.
Jim then moved to Louisville, Kentucky where he worked for McCauley & PoPP Construction. He became an entrepreneur of multiple side businesses which we won’t list! Jim married Darlene Thomas. Another son Kennedy James was born. The marriage later ended.
Jim moved back to Kansas where he continued his construction career with Bartec Construction doing flat work. During his career with Bartec Jim traveled all over the United States building over 100 McDonald’s restaurants. Meeting Leslie Bloxham while living back in Eudora, they married and had two children. A daughter, Jamie Jo and a son, Shane “Bubba” Edison.
Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with friends and family. Jim also loved to arm wrestle and he took second place in a Wide World Sports competition. Jim was also a collector of many things like coins and pocket knives, and had a love for old cars as well.
Surviving is his wife, Leslie; his children, Jamie Grant-Hamm Eudora, Shane (Tarin), Westminster, CO, Terry Lee (Cassandra), Miami, OK, Kennedy (Kim), Louisville, KY, Bill (Audra) Yager, Little Rock, AR, Jamie (Joe) Legerski Jr, Salt Lake City, UT; grandchildren; Jaden, Sayge, Sayda, Jayden, Rylee, Hunter, Mylela, Maddox, Ziva, Zane, Madison and Joseph III; one brother, Larry (Terry) Spring Hill, KS; sister, Patti (Tom) Orosco Eudora, KS. Nephew, Tony (Amber) Olathe, KS; nieces, Tina, Spring Hill, KS, Shelly (Tim) Barrett, Spring Hill, KS, and a multitude of cousins in Parsons, KS, Kansas City, KS, and Baltimore, MD.
Memorial services for Jim will be held at 3 p.m. on Friday, April 22, 2022 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel in Eudora, KS. The family will greet friends beginning at 2 p.m., one hour prior to the service at the Eudora Chapel.
A private family Rosary will be held at 1:30 p.m. prior to the visitation.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Heart Association or the National Kidney Foundation and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Check it out…
Was a great man will be missed by many. Was also like a father to me.
I’m so sorry to hear this!! He was an amazing guy!! Sending hugs and prayers to the family!!
Jamie, he was always so sweet! He always asked how my Mom and Dad were doing whenever he would see me around town. And most definitely guaranteed a smile whenever he would greet you.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.
A solid human being and a good friend I already miss him
Jimmy had the best smile and infectious laugh. He was loved and will be missed.
Butch and Carol Bush
Terry & I just saw this & we are heart broken. I was going to contact him this week to tell him we are in town. Jimmy will be missed more than words can say. Terry and him were like brothers for many many years. So very sorry to have seen this. Love to all his family and friends. RIP JIM WE LOVE YOU!!!
Keith Knabe
Sorry for your loss. Jim was such a nice guy. I always enjoyed seeing him as we were out & about somewhere & getting to visit with him for a minute.
So many great memories. Rest in peace buddy. Proud to have you for a friend.
Jamie Bubba and Leslie
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was such a great guy. Always ready with a smile. He will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers to y’all.
Leslie, Jamie, Jaden and family –
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. May you feel the love of those around you today and the days ahead. Prayers of strength and peace to you all!
Condolences to Jimmy’s family and friends. Such a wonderful man. Didn’t get to see him often but when we did, he was always the same friendly, smiling and fun guy. He’ll be greatly missed by many.
Leslie and family — so sorry for your loss. Jim was a nice guy with an easygoing but ornery personality. My thoughts and prayers are with you. — Kitty Wright, Ben Thomas and family.
I was 9 years old when I met Jimmy. He and my dad had played cards so late, jimmy stayed over and slept on the sofa. I saw Jimmy every now and then through the years, mostly at cafes , where I worked .. I always got a big hug, delighted to see him happy!
I never heard him bragg about his accomplishments or success. I bet few know all he has done! I’ve seen others have to tell stories for him because he was very humble!
I want to add that in this era, it’s rare to find a man mindful of his company, but he was a complete gentleman around women and children. He was one of my dad’s buddy’s, whom I admired and honored to call my friend.
It’s sad to know the last time I seen Jimmy , is the last.
My condolences to Jimmy’s family and loved ones closest to him.
I know he will be missed.