Joseph Arthur Grim, 77, of Cumru Township, passed away January
9, 2025, in the emergency room at Reading Hospital.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Madeline Velda (Solt)
Grim. A loving companion for over 30+ years to Carmen M. Flores-Rios
and both a loving father and grandfather to many.
Joseph, a US Army veteran serving between 1973-1976 overseas in
Korea, retired from a career as a welder at Dana Corporation. He could
always be found with a dog by his side, his most recent, Julio, who will be
dearly missing his best friend.
He is survived by his daughters – Suron Calabrese and Gina Morris
as well as Carmen’s children – Robert Rivera, Jr., Roderick Rivera and
Josephine Rivera Lenartz. Also survived by many grandchildren including
Jacob, Zachary, Jessica, Samantha, Cody, Emily, Camryn, Carlos, Cyivan
and several more grand and great grandchildren. He will be greatly
missed by those who knew him as a provider, for his humor, and his
immense heart.
Viewing from Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., One
East Lancaster Ave., Shillington, on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from
5:00-7:00 PM. Interment with military honors on Friday, January 17, 2025,
at 9:00 AM at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, 830 Highland
Road, Newtown. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the
Humans Society of Berks County, 1801 N. 11 th St., Reading, PA, 19604.
www.kleefuneralhome.com
