"Blaine worked with us for a short time, but left a big impression! We are beyond shocked and devastated to hear of his passing. We send our deepest condolences to his family and close friends. His passionate talent, positivity, quick wit and magnetic friendliness shone such a bright light, Austin and our culinary family has suffered a great loss. RIP, Blaine, you are missed. Sincerely, Great Hills F&B"
In loving memory of
Blaine Anthony Grizzle
September 24, 1993 - September 11, 2020
Blaine Anthony Grizzle, age 26, of Austin, Texas, passed away on September the 11th of 2020. Blaine was born in Birmingham, Alabama to Michele Goodwin and Joel Grizzle on September the 24th of 1993. He attended Anderson High School. He went on to culinary school and earned an Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts degree from Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. He worked as a Sous Chef for several years. He was an avid lacrosse player in middle school and high school. He enjoyed cooking, especially breakfast foods and southern dishes from his home state of Alabama. He enjoyed live music, friends, and being outdoors with his dog, Mama.
Blaine had a zest for life, and he enjoyed any adventure, big or small. His smile lit up the room; his personality was magnetic; and his heart was as big as the sun.
Blaine is survived by his son, Sebastian Ramirez; mother, Michele Goodwin; father, Joel Grizzle; brothers Drake Bashaw, Sloan Bashaw, John Grizzle, and Carson Bashaw; and sister, Avery Bashaw.
Memorial service will be held in Austin, Texas on September the 26th of 2020 at 10 o'clock am with Deacon Peter Barger of St. Theresa's Catholic Church officiating. Harrell Funeral Home will be handling the arrangements. There will be a reception to follow for family and close friends. You may access the live stream on our Facebook Page at 10:00 a.m. CT.
The family asks that memorial donations to be made to The Woods Road Club Steps to Recovery. Donation links are provided at www.woodsroadclub.org and Venmo is preferred (@WoodsRoad-Club for Venmo) to help with recovery from addiction. The family wishes to extend gratitude to the ICU staff at St. David's South Austin Medical Center and Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA) for their extraordinary care and compassion. Blaine's critical organs are in the process of saving lives per his wishes.
Tributes
"We are with you this morning and sending our prayers. Sending our love, Chris, Moe, and family"
"There are no words anyone can say at this time to make it better. Praying good memories and good friends help to provide you peace at this time."
"Prayers for Michele. "
"Peace and love for his friends and family."
"Peace and love for his friends and family."
"Michelle, We are so sorry for your loss. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. We love you and are here if you need anything. "
"Michelle we cannot imagine the amount of courage it takes to get through your days, but know this will make you stronger. Remembering all the fun times will heal your soul. He is never truly gone from your heart. Prayers and hugs! Marc and Lori"
"Blaine was a good friend and protective over them. He was so sweet and made a difference in my life. I used to write about him in my diary in high school. He made an impact in so many peoples lives. I?m so sad for him and his family. "
"Such a sweet boy. So kind. "
"We know nothing we say can make it better, and we can?t even imagine what you are going through, but please know that every bit of our hearts goes out to you during this most difficult time. "
"Blaine was a beautiful soul that will be missed on so many levels. He and Dylan stopped by one afternoon recently to spend some time on our back patio visiting Olivia and catching up with us. Blaine told me \"When this is all over (Covid19), I\'d like to come over and cook a really good Italian meal in your new kitchen.\" I was really looking forward to that, Blaine. We\'ll miss your talents and beautiful smile, well, we\'ll miss just you always. (Shawn LaTorre)"
"My heart goes out to you and all of yours You all will be in my prayers. "