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Grizzard, William S.Monday, February 18, 2008
William Samuel Grizzard, M.D., 91, of Petersburg, died Monday, February 18, 2008. He was a native of Southampton County born the son of the late Robert Lee and Elizabeth M. Grizzard. Dr. Grizzard was a graduate of Virginia Tech and the Medical College of Virginia. He later served his internship at Norfolk General Hospital. After serving his internship Dr. Grizzard served as a Captain in the U.S. Army as a Battalion Surgeon in the 333 Infantry Regiment and served three campaigns in Rhineland, Ardennes (Battle of the Bulge) and Central Europe. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Medical Badge, and Occupation of Germany World War II Victory Medal. After his service in the military, Dr. Grizzard served his residency at the Medial College of Virginia from 1947 to 1950. In 1949 he was married to Ruth C. Lister and they later moved to Petersburg in 1950 where he began to practice as an OB-GYN. He was the first board certified OB-GYN to practice south of the James River. He joined the staff of Petersburg General Hospital (later SRMC) where he practiced for over 35 years. He was a member of the Medical Society of VA, the AMA and the South Atlantic Assoc. of OB-GYN. He was President of the OB-GYN Society of VA 1971-1972. He was predeceased by his wife of 55 years Ruth Lister Grizzard and a son Samuel Lister Grizzard. He is survived by a daughter, Sheila G. Nolen of Red Bank, NJ.; two sons, William Samuel Grizzard, Jr., M.D. of Petersburg and John Dallas Grizzard, M.D. of Midlothian; grandchildren, Patrick, Michael and Kevin Grizzard; Jeremy and John Nolen; Sam, Courtney and Robert Grizzard. A service will be held in Dr. Grizzard’s memory at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 21st at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Fr. Steve officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to the Ware-Dunn Society, P.O. Box 980034, Richmond, VA 23298, Attn: Nancy Veney. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com. Condolences
Dear Bill, John and Sheila,. Fred and I have just heard through email that Sam passed away. We are out of town, but wanted to express our most sincere sympathy for the loss of your father. The circle of life is not an easy one to accept, even though we have been blessed to have had our parents with us for so long. We pray God will confort you during this most sorrowful time. He was a very kind hearted man who gave of himself everyday. He will be missed by many friends and as well as his precious family. We send our love, hugs and know you are in our prayers. I attended school with Dr. Grizzard's son and he is a special gentleman, and a wonderful person.... Your Dad was my obgyn for my first pregnancy. I was into visit him during my fifth month. He listen, very closely and then lifted his eyes and told me "I don't hear a heart beat" I asked politely if I could cry. He held my hand and I shall never forget how kind he was to me ...Heaven has an angel and of that I know for sure... Posted by: Betsey (Gibbons High School) at February 25, 2008 01:46 AMTo the Grizzard family, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. Dr. Grizzard was an amazing doctor not only for the patients but for the nurses and staff that worked with him. I had that priviledge for many years and his gentle spirit and wonderful manner with his patients was such an inspiration to me as a new nurse working in a hospital for the first time. I remember vividly how caring and gentle he was with each pt. He left behind a legacy that will go on for generations. I will always remember him and your family in this time of loss. Posted by: Brenda Melvin at February 23, 2008 07:16 PMHonesty I only met Dr. Grizzard once and I don't remember that, it was March of 1978 and it was the day I was born. My mother (Annie Davis) regards the late Dr. Grizzard as the best OB/GYN in the state of Virginia, and as we all know mother know best. But Dr. Grizzard is an icon in the Davis' household and will always be remember. Take care and know that your family is in our prayers during your time of lost. Sincerely, Nicole A. Davis, M.Ed Posted by: Nicole Davis at February 22, 2008 03:47 PMDr. Bill Grizzard Jr and all the family Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Dear Jeff and Shelia, So sorry to read in the RTD of the passing of your father. I truly enjoyed getting to know both of your parents. They were exceptionally nice people. And I enjoyed hearing your news through them. I googled you to try to send you a card but couldn't find you. Hope you are both doing well. Kit Tucker Sullivan Posted by: Kit Tucker Sullivan at February 22, 2008 08:56 AMDr. Grizzard was a friend of my grandfather and grandmother, H. M. "Pop" Purviance and Annetta "Mom" Purviance of Boykins and also my parents Sam & Hilda Purviance. As it would happen, when my wife Alice went into labor in 1979 with our first child, Dr. Grizzard was on duty and he delivered our son Samuel, and later our daughter (1980) Mary. What an honor to have this great man deliver our children. I remember satnding outside the delivery room and listening to Dr. Grizzard tell me stories about my grandparents and parents in the "old" days in Southampton county. What a remarkable man, a true patriot and servant to so many, now gone to the reward for his labors. You, his family, have our sincere condolences at this moment. God bless you all. Sam & Alice Purviance (Wakefield) Posted by: Sam & Alice Purviance at February 22, 2008 06:53 AMI did not discover that Sam Grizzard had passed until after the visitation was about over. He delivered our oldest in 1963. I have many fond memories of Dr. Sam Grizzard, especially his favorite saying. Ginni and I send our sincere condolences to the whole family. We will keep all of you in our prayer. Dr.Grizzard, I was sorry to hear about your dad, he was a very nice man, you have my deepest synpathy! Delores Williams Posted by: Delores Williams at February 21, 2008 03:32 PMIt was a privlege knowing your father. He was a gentle man and a gentleman. His upbeat outlook was an inspiration to all. We will miss him. Jim& Alexandra Wunderly Posted by: Jim & Akexandra Wunderly at February 21, 2008 01:22 PMIt wasw a privilege knowing Dr. Grizzard. Truly a gentle man and a gentleman. His kindness and upbeat oulook was an inspiration. We will surely miss him.
I had an appointment with Grizzard, Jr on 02-20-08 and did not realize you had lost your beloved dad .As always you were very professional and joked about dad's favorite sayings.My conolences to the family.
Shelia, Bill, & Johnny, Bill, Johnny and Sheila Well....my Uncle Sam has actually died. Though I knew better, I guess I thought he was permanent....somewhere out there in Virginia, Florida or traveling the world. Though it's been years since he and Ruth would call and stop by at the Cape or somewhere, it always seemed that it would not be a surprise to hear them on the phone saying they were about to arrive. I'm glad Kate and I got to see Sam at Ruthie's funeral. I've checked the flights and there is no way I can get there in time for tomorrow at 11, but my thoughts will be with you.....and I am confident that what you say will be wonderfully worth hearing. Sallie and I both send our warmest thoughts. Take care Love, Kevin Posted by: Kevin and Sallie at February 20, 2008 08:55 PMBill, Dr Bill Grizzard and family, I was saddened to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss. You are so loved by many. Posted by: Bonnie Flexon at February 20, 2008 07:42 PMDear Bill, Sheila and Johnny, I am was so sadden to hear that Sam has died; I had thought he would go on forever. I only wish I could be there now with you all and my family who have been so close to yours for so many years to acknowledge his remarkable life. There are London, England Tricia Posted by: Tricia Coleman at February 20, 2008 06:45 PMDear Bill, Jonnee, Sam and family, Dr. Grizzard & family: Dear Bill, John and Sheila, Can't tell you how sad we were to hear of Sam's passing. There are so many happy memories of time spent with him and Ruthie and always lots of laughs. I'll always remember that trip to Puerto Rico so long ago, our times together at the Cape and visits in Connecticut. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Carroll and Jerry Posted by: Carroll Rafaniello at February 20, 2008 03:30 PMTO DR BILL & THE GRIZZARD FAMILY, For over 20 years, Dr. Grizzard was my friend and physician. He was never too busy or rushed to take the time to ask about my sons. He was the epitomy of what doctors were expected to be. Hopefully, he passed these admirable traits on to his sons. My sincere sympathy and condolences are extened to his family and many friends who loved and adored him. Posted by: Irene Kent Chambelin at February 20, 2008 01:12 PMDr. Bill, Dear Bill Jr and family, Bill: Dear Johnny, Sheila, and Bill, I was saddened to hear of Sam's passing. He was/is a dear soul, and was a great friend and next door neighbor to Mom and Dad and us. Sending you much love. Michele Posted by: Michele Bustamante at February 19, 2008 08:05 PMMy Love and Prayers go out to you all in these most difficult days ahead, Dr. "Sam Billy" was a very special person amd will be missed by many. Hold tight to the wonderful memories each of you have of him and it will bring a smile to your face. Post a condolence
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