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Donald Grulke Obituary
Donald "Don" Thomas Grulke passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at his home in Tucker, Georgia.
Don was born in Beloit, Wisconsin to Ethel and Albert Grulke on February 11, 1930. He lived in Beloit for many years until attending Marquette Universary in Milwaukee. While at Marquette Don reconnected with an old high school friend, Patricia Mae Lancaster who was in nurse's training. They were married on August 2nd 1952 and the two of them moved back to Beloit after graduating.
Don worked for the William Carter Company for many years working his way up from salesman to Regional District Manager. During his career he moved to Houston, Texas and then Atlanta, Georgia. After retirement, Don enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as working in his yard and around the lake they lived on since 1968. He was also part of the neighborhood lake committee and served as president for many years.
Don is survived by his wife, Patricia "Pat"; and seven children: Bridget, Tom, Jim, Mary, John "Jack", Jill and Paul; as well as 13 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren, who were the loves of his life.
Don was preceeded in death by his mother, Ethel; father, Albert; and older brother, Albert Junior. There will not be a service at this time. Donations may be sent to American Diabetes Association.
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Bridget (Grulke) Hitt
September 23, 2024
Hi Dennis, Yes, Gene & Pat were very close with mom & dad. I remember your parents very well from my childhood. There was always a lot of laughing and stories when they were all together. I was sorry when I heard of your parents passing too. They were very special, good people.
Dennis M Carey
September 22, 2024
I am sorry to learn of Don's passing. He was a life long friend of my father, and his wife was a good friend of my mom, if I have it right. My parents always stopped and stayed at their place when they went to Florida for the winter. My condolences to the family.
Judy steuck (mcCleary)
January 26, 2024
Dear Bridget, been a long time if you remember me from the neighborhood and Gaston. Your dad is well remembered in Beloit and we are thinking of you and family at this time. I hope to send a card to the Lake Association address? Have fond childhood memories of our times together. I have the class picture with Mrs. Seward. Fifth grade. Hope your mom is well at this time. We think you are related to Dave Lancaster now in St.Augustine FL. -Judy Steuck and (John) Nick McCleary-Roscoe IL.
Brid
January 21, 2024
Miss you Dad
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