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Kenneth GROM Obituary

GROM, Kenneth C. 90, born in Barrington, IL, and passed away in Sun City Center. He was an accomplished musician and served as a church organist and director of music on behalf of churches in Illinois, Indiana and Florida for more than 70 years. He is survived by his wife, Lorrie Grom; daughter, Wendy Grom; his stepson, Edward De Laurier; and two stepgrandsons. A memorial service will be held at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Sun City Center on Dec. 14, 2013 at 3 pm.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Dec. 11, 2013.

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December 13, 2013

I had the privilege of serving as Dean of the Clearwater chapter of American Guild of Organists for part of the period when Ken was producing the Friends' Concerts and of attending several of them. His kindness to our AGO chapter is legendary and many young people have learned to play and love the organ through the scholarships Ken made possible. He lives on in their music.
My best wishes to his family,
Dr. Linda Pointer

Wendy Lindberg

December 12, 2013

I am one of the many people that "Mr. Grom" positively influenced...he was my piano teacher and choir director as I grew up in Barrington, IL. What a wonderful gift! He gave me my life long love of music and always encouraged me. He shall truly be missed and remembered most fondly.

john gallo

December 11, 2013

Ken & Lorie always represented what was best about the community of faith for me. I am grateful that I knew him & could call him my friend.

December 11, 2013

Lots of wonderful memories! Will always remember the times Ken accompanied me when I did solo bell ringing. And, of course, those wonderful Friends' Concerts. Mary Ann Shockley - Jim, too

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