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Geraldine Grubbs Obituary
Elaine was born in McGraw, N.Y., on February 3, 1930, the daughter of late Harold and Geraldine (Stafford) Knecht.
Elaine married her husband, Elwood M. Grubbs on January 29, 1949, and together they started a dairy farm in East Springfield. They went on to build the Grubbs Rental Store and Storage Facility and also established Grubbs Gravel Pit.
Known for her culinary talents, Elaine was a dedicated, hardworking woman. While tending to her family, farm and garden, she ran the kitchen at Lake Shore Country Club for several years and was often in the church kitchen, where she and the rest of the "Jolly Workers," prepared countless meals.
With a strong faith in Christ Jesus, Elaine's heart of service shined as a Sunday School Teacher over many years at the Federated Church in East Springfield and in helping establish the WLD Ranch in Girard.
Elaine and Elwood raised many children in addition to their own. When a relative or friend needed a place to live, Elaine welcomed them to the farm and to the family.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of almost 60 years, Elwood M. Grubbs; a son, Philip E. Grubbs; and two sisters, Ainslee Barton and Lois Larson.
Elaine is survived by three sons, Michael L. and Paul E. Grubbs of East Springfield and Matthew D. Grubbs of Erie, Pa. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 2 p.m., at the Federated Church, Main Street, East Springfield, Pa., with Pastor Rick Plucknett, officiating. Elaine will be buried in Girard Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Jean Evans Thompson Funeral Home, East Springfield, Pa.
The family respectfully requests that memorial contributions may be made to either the WLD Ranch, 7351 Woolsey Road, Girard, PA 16417, or to the Federated Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 158, East Springfield, PA 16411.
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Lori & Larry Nemenz
January 25, 2020
Our sympathy to you Matt and to all of her loved ones. She sounds pretty amazing. Love WLD Ranch! It sounds like the memories will help to sustain and guide you as you celebrate her life and mourn her passing.
January 24, 2020
Sincere condolences to Matt, and, the entire Grubbs Family during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss.
Danny, Michelle, and Todd Carneval
Charlie McAfee
January 23, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tony & Stacey Fratus
January 23, 2020
Matt. Condolences to you and your family.
Bruce Chase
January 22, 2020
Matt and to the Grubb family. My deepest sympathy. Matt, I'm so proud of you the way you always would take care and visit your mom. My deepest thoughts and sympathy my friend ... luv ya man.
Bruce Chase
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Venus Laboda
January 22, 2020
To my grandma Grubbs,
You were the best grandma ever! I have so many beautiful memories to look back on. We planted flowers together, we did the garden together, We baked together we played board games together you took me shopping, You put me on and off the bus everyday. You and Grandpa took me to church every week. In the picture in this message is the Bible that you gave me Grandma you'll be happy to know that I have a beautiful relationship with God and that started with you I love you Grandma thank you for loving me and all you did for me. You were a super hero to me.
I love you!
Venus
Diane McFayden
January 22, 2020
Such a strong woman. So sorry for your loss.
Mary Foster
January 21, 2020
My sincere condolences for the family.
Russ and Laurie King
January 21, 2020
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
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