Richard J. Gruber

Dear John, Rick, Patty and Mary,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this sad time. I was so glad to have had the opportunity to kiss and hug Uncle Dick and to see all of you on my last visit to Illinois. Our time together was too short.

To my friend John, his sisters and brother: My love, sympathy and prayers are with you as you buried your dear father today. I enjoyed meeting him even though he was so ill at the time. John, you know my love and prayers are with you...and please know I'm here for you....be at peace, knowing he is not suffering anymore and that he is with your dear Mom. Talk with you soon. Your friend, Jan

My sincerest condolences to your family....Dick will be missed at the breakfasts and at the Brigade. Sincerely, Donald Drehobl, retired from Engine 79 and fellow member of the Northside Fire Brigade.

My deepest regrets to the entire Gruber family on the passing of Mr. Gruber with special prayers extended to his beloved son, Rick.

My deepest sympathies to all of you. Dick was an old, old friend from St. Al's. Bev will remember my sister, Florence.

John and Family; Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with Dick. A great guy. And so proud of you on the job. Best wishes. Kugie

Dicks Family; I couldn't be at the wake but please know that my condolence to the family and prayers are with you at this time. He was a great guy John and was so proud of you on the job. Best Wishes. Kugie

May the memories give you strength at this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy.