Ormond Beach Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, November 13, 2004
Reflections for Police Officer Robert Francis "Bob" Grim, Sr.
Hi Daddy....was just daydreaming about you and wishing how much I wish I still had you here with us... I know your listening, I know your watching us and pray you have your hand on all of us. We miss you daddy...and i especially as your daughter have never ever been the same without you in my life. I love you, I will always have you in my heart and I will always always miss you..... So to the love of my life.....Until we meet again....
Tiffany Grim
Daughter
March 20, 2013
Bob
I have one very important prayer. I pray that one day the whole truth about the circumstances leading to your death will come out. I pray the souls of all those that know what was never revealed will have a conscious and be compelled to find your son (even if it is anonymously), but they will tell us what really happened that night. We deserve the peace of mind.
Love,
Kelli
Kelli
Your "daughter" (in-law)
December 17, 2012
We were thinking of you on your Birthday, and could smell that wonderful chocolate "Grim" cake. Abigail asked what gifts Bobby and I would get for you on Birthdays, anniversary, Christmas, and Father's Day. We sure recall the Father's Day time we took you and Linda out for dinner to surprise you both with grandparent items...how excited you were. She asks so many questions about you, and we never run out of stories. She is anxious to ask Aunt Mary some of the childhood stories. We thought of you today when we had to let her head out to school after this past week's shooting that took so many children and adult's lives. We miss you so much. Watch over us all as we know you do.
Bobby, Kelli, and Abigail Grim
Robert F. Grim, Jr., Special Agent
Dept. of Homeland Security
December 17, 2012
Thought about you today and wanted to stop by and say hello.
Detective Tom Larsen
Ormond Beach Police Department
December 17, 2012
We will never forget the heroes and their familes who gave their all for us, and you sir are a hero. Continue to rest in peace Officer Grim.
Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL
November 13, 2012
Dear Bob,
Was thinking of you because in a couple of weeks I'm going on my annual motorcycle trip to Deal's Gap. I've been busy getting the Harley squared away. You and I never made that trip. You would have loved it; it's a blast. Will be riding the Dragon, the Cherohala Skyway, then over to Asheville for some microbrews. I'll drink one in your honor, my friend. Damn, I hope there are motorcycles in Heaven. Pick me out a good one, Bob.
Till we meet again...
Frank
DBPD 1981-1991
Frank Allman
Assistant State Attorney, 2d Judicial Circuit, Gadsden County, Florida
October 12, 2012
Well Robert, it has been 7 1/2 years since that night. Each group of new trainees who pass through the Training Division are introduced to your memories and career here and all over Volusia County. I personally walk them to the Robert Grim Memorial out in front of the PD so that they will know that we lost a good man who was a fine officer, family man and friend. I look at your photo every time I walk through the lobby. Just wanted to say hello Bob! You are not forgotten.
Officer Keith Feder
Ormond Beach Police Department
June 20, 2012
Rest in Peace, Officer Grim. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
February 14, 2012
We will never forget the heroes who gave their all for us, and you are a hero. May you continue to rest in peace...
Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL
Deb
November 13, 2011
Just stopping by to say hey. I have your photo up on my desk and view it every day. You are forever missed.
Det Tom Larsen
Ormond Beach Police Department
November 1, 2011
I think of you every day....and reminisce of so many wonderful memories, as father and daughter. There will never be enough words to tell you how much I hate you are not here with us. Just wanting you to know as I know you do... I love and miss you so much. Life is not the same without you in it. See you...when I see you. Love you daddy.
If I could have just one last wish
I would pray for Daddy’s one last kiss
When I pray to God with my heart and my soul
It is then I ask that he fill this empty hole.
As God called you home to join with the heavens above
Leaving us here, still consumed by your love.
You were the glue that held our family in place
For you were the most wonderful dad, that could never be replaced.
Your end of watch was the 12th of November
A night for all, which is always remembered
Your death as an officer was the last thing expected
But the legacy you left behind, showed us how much you were respected.
We miss you each day, in so many ways
And miss all the jokes that you used to say,
So now when we reminisce of old times we recall,
It’s then you are missed most of all.
My wedding day so special, a day I to never forget
Reflections of your tears of joy, and holding you as you wept.
A Day I will always cherish, as we walked down that isle
Reflections of your tears of Joy, remembering your amazing smile
A Walk to be remembered, with you by my side
As I know that day was yours, as Proud Father of the bride
But little did I know this day would be our last chance,
For Father&Daughter to share their last dance.
As the years have passed, God has helped ease our pain
But I am forever Daddys little girl, that title to always remain
But I know someday I know we shall see, of your face we all loved so well,
Someday to hold your hand, and Never say farewell…………
Tiffany Anne Grim
Daughter
October 28, 2011
Uncle Bob,
I thought of you today as I do many days, but today it was because an officer I don't know, from a neighboring police department was shot at the hands of some disgusting animal. I'm thinking about his family and how although you understand your loved one has taken an oath to protect and serve, you never (or try to never) think they would ever have to give the ultimate sacrifice. I miss you so much and I often look at the picture of you walking me down the isle at my wedding and am so happy we had that moment.
Love you always.
A.J. Grim Fitzgerald
Adrienne Grim Fitzgerald
neice
August 12, 2011
Bob, I don't know why I thought of you today, but I think of you often, and today, for no particular reason, I'm just stopping in to say Hi. Remember the Spring Breaks, the Bike Weeks, Speed Weeks, and BCR's? I sure do. I also remember the midnight shifts, the pursuits, the foot chases in Pine Haven, South Street, Halifax Park, and running RADAR at the foot of the Broadway Bridge. Remember me losing my cool and you talking me down? You could have busted me down to dog-catcher. But you knew what it was to be a cop, and you always knew what to do. Man those were some wild days! What a collection of characters we were: John L., Nick F., Bill A., you, me and the rest of C Platoon. You were our Sergeant, our mentor, our friend. Through all of the doors we went (or kicked) in, when the "mess" was really going down, I was glad you were next to me, and I was proud to be next to you. We did the job, and we did it well, my friend. Damn well. I hope the Lord allows motorcycles in Heaven; you and me are going to go on one fantastic ride!
Frank
Daytona Beach PD 1981-1991
Frank Allman, Assistant State Attorney
Office of the State Attorney, 2d Judicial Circuit
April 12, 2011
There is a Classic B/W photo of Bob (at Peterson's Harley South, Cutler Bay FL) while he was a Sergeat at Daytona Beach PD, in a Sales associate's office. The salesman didn't know the background of the picture but thought it was a cool photo. Thanks to some insight by Sgt. Mike Grigsby with Orange County S.O., a biography will be attached to the picture as a tribute for all to see. I didn't know Bob but from what I learned today, he was a Legend in the Law Enforcement Community. My condolences to the Grim family and many thanks for your service Sir.
Deputy Richard Heileman
Charleston County Sheriff's Office, SC
November 13, 2010
We will never forget our heroes...
Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL
Anonymous
November 13, 2010
Six years my friend. Not a day goes by that I don't remember you, your humor, that smile that always seem to make the days go by a little smoother. You will always be remembered. Until we meet again my friend.
Ofc. L. Rosenthal
Ormond Beach Police
November 11, 2010
Pushing 6 years now and you are thought of often. Your humor is missed daily.
Det Tom Larsen
Ormond Beach Police Dept
July 16, 2010
You were an amazing officer and had a heart of gold. You are still not and will never be forgotten.
Jennifer
Police Officer
December 31, 2009
We miss you, Bob, and always will.
Victoria
Anonymous
November 17, 2009
Bob, It's hard to believe that it's been 5 years since you left us. We had some great times working together and fighting the brass on some of their decisions. I always made it a point to drive by your house each day on patrol just to keep an eye out or to stop and chat if someone was outside. Ive since retired but your often in my thoughts. Thank You for your inspiration and knowledge throughout the years. I will see you again some day my friend.
Officer T, Hoy (Retired)
Ormond Beach Police Dept
November 16, 2009
Poppy to Abigail, Dad to us,
On this day, we look back and recall as it were only yesterday when the phone rang at 1AM and all that came after that. It is very hard not to still be sad, as 5 years has not changed the huge hole you left in our life. Abigail watched yesterday a series of old Crimestopper commercials by you; just so she could hear your voice and see you. Kelli's Bday is bittersweet as we try to make it happy for her, recalling all the wonderful years we shared together from the moment she and I met. We love and miss you, made sure you have yellow roses at the Ormond PD, and your DB gravesite. Our peace is knowing you are not there, you are now our Guardian Angel. Stay close always, as we cherish all our memories, and the beautiful stories others share with us. Abigail is more like you everyday, keep her safe.
All our love!
Bobby, Kelli, and Abigail Grim
Dept. of Homeland Security
November 13, 2009
Bob it has been a long time since I have seen your smiling face. I will never forget that night, holding your hand, saying goodbye to a dear friend. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. You will always be in my heart. Never Forgotten my friend.
Ofc L Rosenthal
Ormond Beach POlice
October 5, 2009
I miss you Uncle Bob.
Wess Eric Sharpe
Nephew
September 25, 2009
Big Grim,
I miss you more each time I hear someone laugh out loud. You had such an infectious laugh. I see you in your children as time goes by, especially Tiff's smile and Bobby's kind eyes. You were unique and someone I could always count on to have Christmas Eve with regardless of the year. I remember when Bobby and I drove a DBPD cruiser to Orlando to pick up Champ for you. We would have both been fired, but you were worth it. We laughed all the way to Ormond Beach thinking of you and your new pup.
Much Love,
Sonya
AFSD-LE
Federal Air Marshal Service
September 2, 2009
It's been almost five years now since I stood by you that night. We still think about you and you are often in our conversations. You have not and will never be forgotten.
Jamie
Sergeant Jamie Gogarty
Ormond Beach Police
July 4, 2009
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