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Eugene Grove Obituary


Eugene "Scoot" W. Grove Jr., 55, of Colonial Lodge Community for the last 8 months, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2013, at the Ephrata Community Hospital. He previously

resided with his sister in

Lititz.

He was born in Ephrata to the late Eugene and Anna (Smith) Grove.

Eugene served in the US Marine Corps infantry from 1975-1982. His station

assignments included

embassy duty in Morocco,

also serving in South Africa, Okinawa, Japan and Korea.

While serving, his

achievements included

Highest Marksmanship Award, Meritorious Mast and Good Conduct Award.

He was a graduate of

Cocalico High School.

Eugene was a self-employed painter. An avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting and fishing and was a member of the Reamstown Athletic Assn. and Northern Lan-caster Sportsman's Club. He also enjoyed antiquing and country music.

He is survived by 3 brothers: Thomas (Janice) Grove, David (Diane) Grove, and Kevin (Christine) Grove; a sister, Kathy (Delbert) Slatt; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services will be private at the convenience of the

family.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online

condolences can be given at www.stradlingfuneralhome.com.

Published by Reading Eagle on Sep. 20, 2013.
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We haven't seen Skoot in years - but will always remember him has a happy guy. Rest in Peace buddy!

JD & Sue Castillo

September 27, 2013

Sorry to hear about Scooter, he was one of the good guys. Blessings and prayers.
Holly

September 20, 2013

Remembering all the great times in Sullivan County!!!

Jill Reinert

September 20, 2013

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