Cecil Wayne Grizzell's Obituary
Edmore- Cecil Wayne Grizzell, age 58, of Riverdale passed away at home on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Wayne was born in Phoenix, Arizona on August 8, 1965, the son of Harold Grizzell and Phyllis Stone. He was raised in Blanchard and attended school at Montabella High School, graduating with the Class of 1983. Wayne went on to become a truck driver, he did concrete, and was also an oil field worker. He became a proud father of two daughters: Ashley and Jessie. In 2014 he would meet his life partner, Sherri Jo Busman. Wayne was a Mustang enthusiast and excellent gardener. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, along with high school and Michigan football. Wayne liked to travel, especially visiting Civil War battlefields. He was exceptionally talented at getting varnish off furniture and burning stuff.Wayne will be missed by his daughters, Ashley Grizzell of Lansing and Jessie (Derek Johnson) Grizzell of Ashley, Indiana; father Harold Grizzell; mother Phyllis Abbott; grand-dogs Chief, Charley, Piper "Lady Satan", Jaeger "Dude", and Elmo; grand-cat Ted; siblings David, JL, Alvin, Junior, and Rhonda.Wayne was preceded in death by his stepfather Lemuel Dale Abbott, grand-dog Bear, and sister Kim.A celebration of Wayne's life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be directed to Wayne's family. Condolences can be made by utilizing the guest book at www.brighamfuneralchapel.com
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