Grace L. Kinnaman

Loved one, Grace L. Kinnaman, returned to the care of her creator in the late evening of her daughter’s birthday, confirmed early morning of June 17, 2021. She passed peacefully, in presence of family by her side at home. She succumbed to a 2-1/2 year battle with cancer, bravely fighting to see her granddaughter finish nursing school and marry the love of her life. Grace is remembered for her close community ties, serving as blockwatch coordinator and gardener. She was an advocate & supporter of Columbus police, frequently organizing & delivering meals or treats. She was a strong patriot who loved her country, military and first responders. Grace served as a DoD civilian employee, retiring after 25 years from the Defense Finance & Accounting Service and Defense Logistics Agency. She later employed as a contractor supporting the DFAS accounting mission. Grace was born May 4, 1944 in Columbus, Ohio. She very soon after was adopted by her parents, Paul and Alice Herbst. Her father was a U.S. Army Lt. Colonel who provided a loving and comfortable home in Bexley, where she graduated in 1962. Her grandfather, Capt. Daniel Weimer also served in the U.S. Army. Grace was preceded in death by her parents and sibling sister, Dannie Griggs. She is survived by former husband, Robert Blaine Kinnaman; son, Robert B. (Cindy) Kinnaman Jr.; daughter, Alice M. Sandoval; nieces, Aimee Ripley and Maggie South; nephew, Bob South; and numerous grandchildren, Adrianna K. Sandoval, Alejandro G. Sandoval, Noelle E. Sandoval, Robert B. Pierce, and Kevin J. Pierce. Service to be held Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11:00am at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 5600 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213, followed by a brief graveside burial. Community gathering/remembrance on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 2:00pm in the McNaughten Commons pool/party house at the rear-northeast corner of the property, 6239 Stornoway Drive North, Columbus, Ohio 43213. Donations may be made in Grace's honor to Kobacker House Hospice care at https://foundation.ohiohealth.com/programs/hospice-giving. Day Funeral Service is honored to serve the family of Grace Kinnaman.

Grace L. Kinnaman

May 4, 1944 - June 17, 2021