James A. Grotz Jr.

1942 - 2017

BORN

1942

DIED

2017

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James Grotz Obituary

James A. Grotz, Jr.

Cumming, GA

Atlanta area automobile dealer James A. Grotz, Jr. passed away on Friday, December 01, 2017.

He was President of Southern Lincoln Mercury, Decatur, GA. for 21 years, from 1981 to 2002. The dealership was a winner of several National Awards from Ford Motor. Mr. Grotz always credited his employees with the success of his business. For that he was always giving loans to employees, assisting them in purchasing homes, and taking care of his hourly employees who always looked to him for help in life challenging situations.

He was born in Wheeling, W. VA, August 17, 1942, raised in Wellsburg, W.VA., graduated from West Virginia University in 1965 and 1966 with Bachelors and Master's degrees. After graduation he worked for Proctor & Gamble, Lincoln Mercury Division of Ford Motor Co., and Capital Ford Trucking in Atlanta, GA. before forming Southern Lincoln Mercury with several investors.

Mr. Grotz was active in charitable causes, especially assisting in many local golf tournaments with Hole In One events to increase participation in the events. Over the years he had 5 winners of cars in these events.

He was President of the Metro Atlanta Automobile Dealers Association in 1990 & 1991. He was the first to be selected to lead that group for two consecutive years. During his tenure the Assoc. was very active in implementing a drug screening program of employees for member dealerships.

He is survived by his wife, Rachael, twin daughter and son Rachael E. (Jon) Wachter and James A. Grotz, III, He has a sister Mary Catherine (John) Lyle and one nephew, James J. Lyle both of Wellsburg, W.VA. The light of his life was his three grandchildren, Lauren and Ryan Wachter and Ellen James Grotz who brought him great happiness.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2017 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Polo Golf and Country Club Clubhouse.

Condolences may be expressed at www.mcdonaldandson.com.

Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886.9899

Published by TC Palm on Dec. 5, 2017.
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Jim is still missed in the community of Summerfield located in Stuart Florida. A special caring person

Dave Merklin

Neighbor

November 25, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

james stewart

Friend

September 24, 2018

To the James Grotz, Jr's family, I was shocked to read about his death in the Brooke County Review today. Jim and I were classmates and class officers together at Wellsburg High. Rachel, I recall meeting you and talking with you at our 50th reunion in 2010. I am so sorry for you loss;he was a great guy with a generous heart. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Very sincerely, Judith Cipoletti Conner, 3815 W. Hillcrest Drive, Boise, ID 83705

January 16, 2018

Rachel and family, my deepest condolences on the passing of Jim. He was a kind and generous man and longtime friend to me. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Mary McLellan Zimmerman ❤

Mary Zimmerman

December 8, 2017

Jim was truly a caring individual and was always the first to step up to help someone, even if he didn't actually know the person in need. Always had a warm greeting and a thank you for even the smallest favor. The family can be proud of Jim

Dave Merklin

December 5, 2017

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

L.W. McDonald and Son Funeral Home

December 5, 2017

jim, a great competeter,always fun to play with.you will really be missed. always felt good to see my name next to yours in the upcoming game on monday,or thursday. go with god jim. bill taylor

December 4, 2017

Jim, You had a very serious side, but when you played golf and cards with your fellow friends, you let your hair down with a great smile. We think of you often and we miss you.

Bob Held

December 3, 2017

Rachael and Kids, You are in our prayers and thoughts. It is so hard to believe that my friend Jim has passed onto Heaven. We love your family so much.
Call us if you need anything.
JL and Sandy Howell

J.L. Howell

December 3, 2017

Jim, You added a smile a bit of wit and friendship while playing golf with us in Florida. You will be missed but your kindness will always be remembered.

Dave Christensen

December 2, 2017

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