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John was my neighbor growing up, and I adopted him and Joe as brothers. He taught me all about football. I coached with him a few yrs. He will be missed.
Barbara Rockwell Bailey
July 21, 2023 | Friend


Lucasville, Ohio
1947 - 2023
LUCASVILLE— John Thomas Grooms, 76, of Lucasville, died Saturday, July 1, 2023.
He was born March 19, 1947 in Lucasville, a son of the late Homer Chilton and Hazel Mae Dawson Grooms.
John was a retired teacher, coach, and mentor, having taught at Clay, Valley and Portsmouth. He...
Read MoreJohn was my neighbor growing up, and I adopted him and Joe as brothers. He taught me all about football. I coached with him a few yrs. He will be missed.
Barbara Rockwell Bailey
July 21, 2023 | Friend
Sending my love and prayer.
Jennifer Hammonds
July 19, 2023
Our family had such wonderful memories of John! My husband experience some of his teaching. His love for Valley sports touched the kids so much! They knew he was there cheering alongside them and with TJ ! Heaven has gained an amazing soul !
Joy Copen
July 19, 2023
What a tragedy!
Kimberly
July 18, 2023 | Friend