Shirley L.

Grimm

Shirley L. Grimm, 94, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on the evening of September 20, 2026, at Kadima in New Wilmington.

Born on March 3, 1932, in New Castle, Shirley was the daughter of the late George C. and Lena M. (Kuder) Nolte. She graduated from New Castle High School and was proud to be a member of the Class of 1950. On June 3, 1955, Shirley married the love of her life, Alfred "Buck" Grimm. Shirley had a career with Bell Telephone Company, where she worked as a telephone operator for seven years. Together, they shared 53 years of marriage and built a life centered on family, faith, and cherished memories. Buck preceded her in death on June 26, 2008.

Shirley was a member of the Wimodausis Club and Eastern Star, as well as a member of Northminster Presbyterian Church, where her faith was an important part of her life. Shirley enjoyed sending cards to family and friends to let them know she was thinking of them, never forgetting a birthday, anniversary, or holiday. She appreciated life’s simple pleasure such as taking car rides through the countryside with her family. Above all, Shirley treasured moments and memories with longtime friends.

Shirley is survived by her two daughters, Deborah Grimm of Katy, Texas, and Denise (John) Arms of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; two sons, Duwayne (Nell) Grimm of Lillington, North Carolina, and Alexander Wendeheart of Portland, Oregon; three grandchildren: Ginger Grimm Krista Grimm, and Trevor Arms.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at R. Cunningham Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 2429 Wilmington Road, New Castle, Pennsylvania. A memorial service will follow visitation at 3:00 p.m., with Rev. Jordan Rimmer officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cathedral Foundation, Attn: Fund Raising Chairman, Cathedral Foundation, 110 E. Lincoln Ave, New Castle, PA 16101. 

Online condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.cunninghamfh.com .