Damian Grimes was born on June 11, 1931, in Wakefield, England, and pursued a calling to the priesthood with the Mill Hill Missionaries. He studied in England and Holland, taking his Perpetual Oath in 1954 and being ordained a priest in 1955. After further studies in history and education, Damian was appointed to Uganda in 1959, where he dedicated over 30 years as Headmaster of Kamuli College, Namasagali, despite the challenges of the Amin regime. His efforts greatly impacted education in Uganda, leading to his recognition with an MBE. After retiring from Uganda in 2003, Damian served in Wales before ill health led him to retire in Liverpool in 2016. He passed away on September 4, 2024, after 70 years of service. See full Obituary
The funeral arrangements are as follows:
Tuesday, 17th September 2024
- 4:30 PM – Reception of the Body at Herbert House, Freshfield followed by Evening Prayer for the Dead
Wednesday, 18th September 2024
- 11:00 AM UK Time – Requiem Mass
N.B. Another Funeral Service will be held in Liverpool on Saturday, 21st September 2024, for the alumni of Namasagali School. Another service is being arranged in Uganda.
Please join us as we commend our brother in the mercy and love of God.
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