Turman Grooms Jr.
April 12, 1936 - January 14, 2020
Turman “Baby” Grooms Jr. was born in Pompano Beach, Florida on April 12,1936 to Turman Grooms, Sr. (deceased) and Alice Durham (deceased). He was affectionally named “Baby” by his family. Turman was the 3rd child of 11 children. Turman attended Blanche Ely High School where he excelled in Varsity Football. He was a member of the Class of 1955. Turman attended Edward Waters College before joining the Army from 1955-1957 and was honorarily discharged as a Private First Class. He returned to Pompano to marry and settle down with Gwendolyn Delores Goss Grooms (deceased) for 52 years. This union created four children: Donna Grooms - Archie (Jerry), Dexter Grooms (Tanya), Desiree Grooms, and Dawayne Grooms. Turman also leaves behind 6 grandchildren: Alexandra, Dexter Jr., Dominique, Alysha, Adrian, and Darian; three great grandchildren: Trinity, Ashton, and Chase and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Turman was very active in the community as a volunteer coach for the Northwest/Pompano Chiefs where he touched many young men lives. He will truly be missed.
Turman “Baby” Grooms Jr. was born in Pompano Beach, Florida on April 12,1936 to Turman Grooms, Sr. (deceased) and Alice Durham (deceased). He was affectionally named “Baby” by his family. Turman was the 3rd child of... View Obituary & Service Information