Independence, Missouri, USA
Civil engineer, interested in Iris. Introductions include 'Missouri' which won the Dykes Medal in 1937.
(The Marysville Forum, Marysville, Missouri, 08 Oct 1960, Sat • Page 1)
MRS. GILLIAM’S UNCLE DIES AT INDEPENDENCE - John H. Grinter, uncle of Mrs. Forrest Gillam, Marysville, died this morning at his home in Independence after a long illness. Mr. Grinter was a noted hybridizer of iris and also was a well-known historian. He is survived by his widow. Mrs. Sally Cave Grinter, of the home. Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Gillam went to Independence this morning and will be there for several days. Funeral rites probably will be held Monday.
Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/54538295/john-hill-grinter: accessed 21 September 2022), memorial page for John Hill Grinter (2 Mar 1878–8 Oct 1960), Find a Grave Memorial ID 54538295, citing Woodlawn Cemetery, Independence, Jackson County, Missouri, USA; Maintained by J Davies (contributor 47253874) .