Birth date: Sep 14, 1935 Death date: Jun 12, 2021
Grace Janet (“Grandma Kitty”) Hemmes passed away June 12, 2021, in Gainesville, FL at the age of 85. She was born in Bronx, NY on September 14, 1935, the daughter of Louis and Josephine Vallari. Grace was raised in Bronx, NY, and Read Obituary
Grace was an important part of our life at AvMed. A bright, intelligent, humorous and knowledgeable part of our team. We also spent several years with her and Bob celebrating New Years at the Ocala Hilton with friends. A cherished memory. I know she will be missed by so many. God Bless You , Grace. Rest in the arms of heaven. Love from Jim and Lindy Burke
My favorite memories of my Aunt Grace are from when I was a child in the Bronx. She and I had such adventures together. (She was my own personal "Auntie Mame.") Aunt Grace introduced me to the best of culture that New York City had to offer - from the museums, landmarks as well as those in our backyard (literally) - The Bronx Zoo and Botanical Gardens.
I will always think of her as my "Downtown" Aunt because I remember she loved the song by Petula Clark; and of course so did I. (I remember she bought me a copy of the single after having a hot dog at her favorite hot dog spot Gormans on Fordham Road during one of our local adventures.) Grace was a special person that I am a better person for having known. Thank you Aunt Grace - meet you Downtown one day!
Love, Billy
