Kellie Campbell, Wayne Grisham’s daughter, says that her father believed in public service and treating people with respect. “He loved when he could help people. He was always smiling, and always had a kind word,” said Campbell. “He took great pride in the work he did for the City of La Mirada, the State of California and the United States of America. My father was a genuinely sincere person with great integrity.
We are all extremely humbled, and grateful for all that Congresswomen Sanchez has done on behalf of my father.” Wayne Grisham grew up in Long Beach and valiantly served as a fighter pilot during World War II, receiving the Purple Heart award for his courageous service. After the war, Grisham graduated from Whittier College. Grisham then taught elementary school in Long Beach before he changed careers and opened a realty business in La Mirada, which he maintained for much of his life.
Grisham began his career in public service in 1970 when he was elected to the La Mirada City Council. Grisham continued his public service with his election to Congress in 1978 and the California State Assembly in 1984. He also served as Director in Kenya for the Peace Corps.
Wayne Grisham died in January 2011 at the age of 88.
Congresswomans’ Bill Renames La Mirada Post Office for Wayne Grisham
Recently, the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed H.R. 2158, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Linda Sánchez (CA-39) which honors the accomplishments of long-time civic leader and public servant, the Honorable Wayne Grisham (R-La Mirada).
H.R. 2158 designates the U.S. Post Office located at 14901 Adelfa Drive in La Mirada, CA, as the “Wayne Grisham Post Office.”
“Wayne Grisham was a man of principle and great personal integrity who believed in a civil political discourse,” said Congresswoman Sánchez. “Every public servant should show the same dedication as Wayne showed for our local community. Wayne truly believed in helping people and his hard work as a member of La Mirada City Council, the California State Assembly, and Congress has left an enduring impact on the community.
I look forward to the day when people will be able to see the Wayne Grisham Post Office and be reminded of the dedication of a true public servant.”
