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Nancy Grubich Obituary
Born: January 17, 1954; in Ottawa, IL
Died: May 8, 2020; in Peoria, IL
Nancy A. Grubich, 66, of Peru, died unexpectedly on May 8, 2020 with her husband David by her side in OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
A Celebration of Life will be at a later date. The Hurst Funeral Home in La Salle is handling her arrangements.
Nancy was born in Ottawa on January 17, 1954 to Don and Katherine (Gerace) Welch. She married David Grubich in Holy Rosary Church in La Salle on July 8, 1972. She was a special education teacher's aide for the Peru Public School System for 26 years, retiring in 2017.
Nancy enjoyed cross stitching, walking, and playing volleyball. She also enjoyed her flower garden and tending to her plants.
Nancy was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Peru.
Nancy is survived by her husband David of Peru, her daughter Jennelle (Eric) Fusinetti of Naperville, her son Jeff Grubich of Peru, her brother Dr. Michael (Christine) Welch of Des Moines, IA, nieces, nephews, and granddogs Cooper and Ollie.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
Online condolences may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.hurstfuneralhomes.com.
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Connie Hockings
June 1, 2020
Nancy was a very compassionate lady. Her job as a special education teachers assistant/aide was a Job developed specifically for Nancy became God was aware she had the patience and understanding to work with and help special needs people. This job was created specifically for her. Every child she encountered was the prize winner,..... she was their prize. She just didnt realize it .
Jean Weisheit
May 13, 2020
Sorry for your loss.I worked with Nancy at Lily Pads. She was a good person to work with. She will be missed.
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