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Nancy Renee Grove, nee Vyrzral, 68, of Wheaton, IL and Carefree, AZ, passed away on Aug. 14, 2010. Nancy left us after a long and heroic battle with breast cancer. Her life was filled with love of her family and her art. She was a talented painter and photographer and avid tennis player. She was a member of Mensa since 1980. Nancy never tired of mental challenges and learning new things. During the past five years she has worked to help other breast cancer victims by sharing her experiences and offering her unending support. She is survived by her husband Ron of 50 years; daughters Michelle Donnelly, Lisette Curtin; son Ron (Amy Ernst) Grove; four grandchildren, Ethan, Elise, Erika and Ronnie II. Mass of celebration at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Wheaton, IL on Aug. 26, 2010 at 4 p.m. A reception will follow at Arrowhead Golf Club in Wheaton, IL, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Donations can be made in her honor to Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast cancer research.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 22, 2010.

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AL GROVE& NANCY G

August 11, 2025

NANCY WILL BE REMEMBERED ONDLY FOREVER! AG&NG

Al Grove

August 11, 2024

think of her often. such a fun lady!

Audrey and Jim Ross

October 22, 2010

Ron .. a fellow Jewel just passed this on to me . Audrey and I offer our profound sympathy. WE can remember playing darts in the living room of your Lombard home . " Somewhere a journey begins at the end of the world we know , Somewhere a path stretches over the stars and rivers of memories flow ... Somewhere a silence is heard far away and the brightness of day fills the night .. Where trials of life are resolved into peace and a soul finds its way to the light " ....
May she rest in peace in God's loving arms ...

Bob Johnson

August 26, 2010

Ron and Family,
So sorry to her about your loss. Our thought and prayers are with you during this difficult time,

Bob and Cora Johnson

Cathy Prater (Malatia)

August 23, 2010

Mr Grove, Michelle, Lisette & Ron,
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Groves passing. She was won of my favorite moms growing up in Lombard. I have alot of fond memories. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you.

Rafique Ahmed

August 22, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. With deepest sympathies,
Rafique & Shany

Jim and Char Grinnan

August 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mary Vils

August 18, 2010

May God's peace fill your hearts. Nancy's spirit and memories will live in you all...you are blessed.

Mary Vils

August 18, 2010

May God's peace fill your hearts during this time. Her memories and spirit will live in all of you....you are all blessed. Hold tight to each other and know that we are praying for you.

George Rothgery

August 18, 2010

Nancy truly lived life and in doing so positively touched so many people, including Ivy and I. She will be missed and always remembered, know that the entire family has been and continues to be in our prayers.

Judy Hardek

August 18, 2010

We will treasure 60 years of friendship, fun, families, and wonderful memories, especially those Canasta games at her kitchen table, eating chips and drinking cheap wine. We will miss her beautiful smile and her strong spirit.

Marilyn Brown

August 17, 2010

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I will always keep memories of Nancy in my heart.

Al& Nancy Grove

August 17, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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