Deer Park, Texas - Bobby Glynn Grisham passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, just one month shy of his 90th birthday. A beloved father, educator, coach, and businessman, Bobby's life was defined by quiet strength, humble leadership, and a deep commitment to his family, friends and community.

Born in Midway, Texas, to Mary Elizabeth Depue and Thomas Newton Grisham on May 29, 1935, Bobby grew up in Huntsville, Texas where he graduated from Huntsville High School. He was a gifted athlete that was a star running back on the 1935 State High School Championship team. He went on to study at Sam Houston State University where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and played running back for the Bearkats for 4 years. The Bearkats were the first undefeated team in 1956 when they played their final game in the refrigerator bowl and won against Middle Tennessee State. Bobby was a four-year letterman in track and football and was named All Lone Star Conference halfback in 1956. He was later inducted into the Sam Houston's Hall of Honor in 1979 for his outstanding football accomplishments. He earned his Master of Education in Secondary and Elementary Administration from Texas A&M University, as well as certifications in supervision and superintendency from the University of Houston and Texas Southern University.

Bobby began his career at Cedar Hill High School and went on to coach under legendary coach Bum Phillips at Groves Junior High in Port Neches-Groves. He later coached at Bryan High School and Deer Park High School where he became the head football coach in 1970. He went on to serve as principal of Deer Park High School and eventually retired from education as the Assistant Superintendent for the district. After his career in education, he became a successful commercial real estate developer as the owner of Grisham & Associates Properties, Inc.

Bobby made his home in Deer Park, Texas where he remained a vital part of that community for over 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Linda LeBoeuf Grisham and his beloved children Renee Coleman and husband Guy, Terri Anderson and husband Alan, Tommy Grisham and wife Connie, Cherie Grisham and step son Darren Chandler and wife Robin. He was preceded in death by his step son Wade Chandler. Bobby left behind a legacy of many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Bobby was a quiet but powerful leader who inspired others through action rather than words. Whether on the football field or in business, he empowered those around him to believe in themselves and rise to their full potential. He lived with joy, always wore a smile, and most of all, was a devoted father whose strength, values, and love shaped the lives of everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. He played the game of life with the utmost dignity and was successful at every challenge.

Bobby's service was held at Grand View Funeral Home in Pasadena, Texas on May 13. There will be a memorial marker, in Honor of Bobby Grisham, placed in Black Jack cemetery in Huntsville, Texas, alongside his parents, brothers and sisters and other family members.

There has been a Bobby Grisham Memorial Scholarship fund established by Sam Houston State University to memorialize Bobby for his outstanding athletic accomplishments. To donate, follow this link: www.shsu.edu/edu/dept/university-advancement/giving.html

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