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Michael GROZA Obituary



GROZA, Michael Charles
Born May 7, 1964, passed away October 29. Michael was a California Correctional Officer and an Active Army Reservist; he will be painfully missed. Michael is survived by his parents, Thomas and Carolee, J. Groza, girlfriend Michelle, brothers David, Ken, Jeff, Richard, Kevin, Alan; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Services to be held November 7, 2012 at Harry A. Nauman and Sons, 4041 Freeport Blvd. Sacramento from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Interment following, at St. Mary's Cemetary 6700 21st Ave, Sacramento. In lieu of flowers donations can be made: In remembrance of Michael C. Groza c/o VFW, 1300 Forrest St., Folsom, CA. 95630.

Published by The Sacramento Bee on Nov. 4, 2012.
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You've been on my mind a lot lately. I'll never forget the letters we used to write while you were deployed, I have never been so proud and seen grandma so nervous. I still have the horse sleeping bag you got me, I'm going to give it to my daughter one day. I showed my son how to shoot army men off the stairs with rubber bands, just like you taught us. I only wish you could have met them, I always wonder what you would have said about some of my life choices, and its amazing to see how many lives you touched. I miss you!

Amanda G

Family

April 18, 2023

Just thinking about you today...:(!! Miss ya....

Nicia Skurka

December 4, 2012

Good Man, Friend, Soldier, Leader. Rest in peace, will always remember!

Rolf Blum

November 17, 2012

My Brother you will be missed with great sadness!!!!!!!! You are and will always be in my heart. From all of those great times in Ft Carson and at FHL!!!!!! I will always remeber watching you molding those young NCOs into great leaders!!!!! I will meet you at the Pearly Gates my Brother make sure St. Peter let's me in.

SFC (Ret) Sean Joyce

November 13, 2012

Michael was a friend and fellow band member at C.K. McClatchy High School. He played alto saxophone. I remember his kind, caring, manner, humor and beautiful smile. Thank you, Mike, for your service to our country. You will always be remembered with a fond smile. Sincere condolences to David, who I knew at CKM, and the Groza family.

Kelli Horne

November 12, 2012

Michael was a friend and fellow bandmember at C.K. McClatchy in the early 1980's. He played alto saxophone. Michael was a gentle soul - quiet, humorous, caring, with a beautiful smile and kind manner. I remember him fondly and am so sorry to hear of his passing. Sincere condolences to David, who I knew at the same time, and the Groza family.

Kelli Horne

November 12, 2012

I will never forget your hugs. Wish I could have gotten to know you better. Rest in Peace, Mike.

Diana

November 9, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

IRA Martin/ Zimmer

November 8, 2012

Met Mike at Sacramento City College, in 1987. Long curly hair, dressed in nice clothes with his Louis Vuitton duffle bag. We studied and joked around, in the library. He drove blue Mazda RX7, he loved that car. His friend Jesse let him borrow a U2 Joshua Tree cassette. With that smile, knodding his head, he would sing Still Haven't Found. He partnered up with a friend and opened a video store in Downtown. Last time I saw him, he told me to watch a great movie, Hamburger Hill. Great guy, great memories.

Danny Leon

November 8, 2012

Rest in Peace 670th buddy.

Amanda Plummer

November 8, 2012

As a former colleague of Mikes for many years, I am proud to say I served with him. He was the epitome of professionalism and made those around him better. Mike was one you would never have to worry about...double/triple check his lesson plan to insure the most up-to-date doctrine was available to those he taught.

I had many good times with Mike, too many to mention. Countless hours of laughter, he was a great man.

May you rest forever peacefully in His eternal kingdom.

"Sharpen the Edge"
MSG D. Wedemeyer, USA Ret

Dan Wedemeyer

November 7, 2012

As a former colleague of Mike's, I can say that in the many many years I served with him he was the epitome of a soldier! "Squared away" as we in the business put it. Double/triple check his work before instructing as to insure the doctrine was adhered to.

He was a great friend of mine with whom I shared many laughs. I will miss you Mike! May you rest in peace on His eternal kingdom.....Sharpen the Edge

MSG D. Wedemeyer

November 7, 2012

Groza Family,
I was so sad to hear the passing of Mike. Although I had not seen hime in many years, I considered him my friend!
R.I.P. Mike

Curt Anderson

November 7, 2012

Sabrina Brown

November 7, 2012

Sabrina Brown

November 7, 2012

Sabrina Brown

November 7, 2012

Dear J, Carolee or David,

I already left a message for you but I omitted asking you to please contact me. I'm so very sorry that I can't be present for the funeral today. I love you all and I truly hope that one of you will e-mail me or phone me. God Bless You all. I'm praying that when I hit submit that it will allow me to leave contact information.

In Jesus's Name is all glory and honor.

Tina Groza/Damiano

November 7, 2012

Always remembered never forgotten! Sleep well my brother, see ya when we see ya...

Rolf Blum

November 7, 2012

Mike, it was an honor to know you and work with you.Rest In Pease.

J Baker

November 6, 2012

Nicia Skurka

November 6, 2012

Mike, I'm so sorry for not be able to see that you needed something from someone or from me. I wished that you could have talked to me or anyone. We will miss you so much. Life will not be the same with you not in our lives. I will always Miss & Love you. I can't wait for the day for all of us to be together again......XOXO

Nicia Skurka

November 6, 2012

You will be missed, my friend.

Kevin Marshall

November 6, 2012

So very sorry for your loss of Michael praying for your peace and comfort in the Lord.

Joanne Werneke

November 5, 2012

The Groza family has our deepest sympathies in their hour of need.


Colin & Judy Burleson, CDCR

November 5, 2012

The Groza will be missed by all.

Hurshel Wells

November 5, 2012

I will miss you brother and think about you everyday. You are in my heart and will never be forgotten.

James Hurtt

November 5, 2012

Dear Carolee, Jay and the entire Groza family, I remember Michael as a little boy when Paul and I would visit. He was such a sweet guy. I'm so sorry for your loss and will all of you in my prayers. God Bless Janene Groza,Hile

November 5, 2012

Mindy Newby

November 5, 2012

God bless my brother, you will be so missed.

Will London

November 5, 2012

SFC Groza will be missed by anyone whom he came in contact with because he was a great man that would put your well-being in front of his own. I won't say goodbye, just, see you later buddy!

Brian Pickett

November 4, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the Groza family and friends. May Michael's spirit and courage carry you through this journey.

Vickie Reno

November 4, 2012

Dear Jay, Carolee, Brothers and all other Family Members,

My heart hurts with the pain you must be going through with the loss of your child, brother and family member. I will always remember Michael, my little cousin. May God hold you all up at this very difficult time and bless you dearly. In Jesus's name, Amen.

Tina Groza/Damiano

November 4, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Groza family in this sad time. Mike was a funny guy, everyone loved him and I enjoyed our years together with him and David in CKM band class. May he rest in peace.

Vicki Quinlan (Montes)

November 4, 2012

You will be missed brother, great instructor and friend. Love you

Willard Bates

November 4, 2012

In memory of an awesome instructor and Soldier. You will be missed.

SGM James Carey

November 3, 2012

You will be missed brother.

Gary Benson

November 2, 2012

To Groza's Family and Friends - Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache: but those who care and
share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength
in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. May God bless you with the strength, courage and unity needed to get through this difficult time. Amen.

Deepest Sympathy

Darlene Dade

November 2, 2012

I join with many others who knew SFC Groza in offering our deepest sympathy on his depart. I hope you can find peace and comfort knowing that his loss
is felt by many around this nation. He'll be remembered in my mind as a gentle, caring person who could always be depended on, who loved his country and his job serving in the U.S. Army. I'll always smile when I think about the times we shared. They may be small in life's definition, but I can still hear him when I'd answer the phone:"Hey Apryl, this is Groza." He really made a person feel at ease and at comfort

In sympathy,
Apryl Dunn
Served together in 1st-104th

Apryl Dunn

November 2, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Groza Family at this most difficult of times, may the wonderful memories of Mike shine a bright light on the darkness ahead. Know that he was admired and respected and will forever be missed.

Rosie Willock

November 1, 2012

Rest in peace my friend, You will truly be missed by all whom you touched. And to the family I shall pray that you will have strength in your time of need. God Bless.

Bo Reed

November 1, 2012

Mike, you will be missed deeply by not just family and friends but by your Army brothers and sisters that you made contact with throughout your career. You made so many impressions on so many people with your sense of humor, kindness and loyalty to others. You will be missed and not forgotten. Rest In Peace, SFC Michael C. Groza, my friend!

SFC Dale Kauffman III

November 1, 2012

Mike, you will be missed deeply by not just family and friends but by your Army brothers and sisters that you made contact with throughout your career. You made so many impressions on so many people with your sense of humor, kindness and loyalty to others. You will be missed and not forgotten. Rest In Peace, SFC Michael C. Groza, my friend!

SFC Dale Kauffman III

November 1, 2012

Mike I hope you know how much you are loved. Thank you for being a good friend. Thank you for serving our country. You will never be forgotten.
I found this today and found comfort.
"Our friend died on his own battlefield. He was killed in action fighting a civil war. He fought against adversaries that were as real to him as his casket is real to us. They were powerful adversaries. They took toll of his energies and endurance. They exhausted the last vestiges of his courage and strength. At last these adversaries overwhelmed him. And it appeared that he lost the war. But did he? I see a host of victories that he has won!
For one thing -- he has won our admiration -- because even if he lost the war, we give him credit for his bravery on the battlefield. And we give him credit for the courage and pride and hope that he used as his weapons as long as he could. We shall remember not his death, but his daily victories gained through his kindnesses and thoughtfulness, through his love for family and friends, for all things beautiful, lovely and honorable. We shall remember the many days that he was victorious over overwhelming odds. We shall remember not the years we thought he had left, but the intensity with which he lived the years he had!
Only God knows what this child of His suffered in the silent skirmishes that took place in his soul. But our consolation is that God does know and understands!" Rev. Warren Stevens

Dawn Clemens

November 1, 2012

Shawn Breakey

November 1, 2012

Scott Marton

November 1, 2012

You will be truely missed and Loved Brother. May GOD keep you in his Loving arms Always.. Sincerly, Eland Tell Jr.

Eland Tell

November 1, 2012

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