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Robert Grams Obituary
71, of Lake Havasu City, AZ, passed away in Phoenix, AZ on Sunday, October 23, 2011 with his family by his side. Bob was born in Milwaukee, WI on October 5, 1940. He married his beloved wife, Maureen Maziarz, and has been her faithful and loving husband for the past 48 years. They lived in Milwaukee, WI for 46 years where they had a son, David and daughter, Denny before moving to Lake Havasu City, AZ in 1986. As a young boy he went to work to help support his 10 brothers and sisters. After starting his own family he often worked multiple jobs in order to provide for them. He was an avid baseball fan and was even offered the chance to play professional baseball. As a talented cabinet and countertop craftsman Bob had a passion for his work. His hobby was making numerous woodworking gifts for his loved ones. Slow to find fault and with a soft heart, he was the kind of man anyone felt comfortable sitting next to. Robert is survived by his wife Maureen and their children; David (Laurie) Grams and Denny (Ben) Thomason. He will also be remembered by his 5 grandchildren; Joshua and Jason Grams, Hunter, Sophie and Savannah Thomason. Survived by brother Michael Grams, Aunt Sally Stockman, nephew Frankie Shaffer and a host of family and friends that will truly miss him. Bob has now joined his parents, 4 brothers and 6 sisters who have proceeded on the path to the Lord. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Western Arizona Humane Society www.westernarizonahumane.org in honor of Robert. Visitation will take place Saturday, October 29, 2011, 9 A.M. at Queen of Heaven Mortuary Chapel, 1562 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ with a Memorial Service to follow at 10 A.M. Colorful and casual attire is encouraged. Inurnment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
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Jason grams
April 6, 2023
It's days like today, grandpa, that I really wish I could call you and talk to you.
Maureen Grams
October 5, 2014
Happy Birthday Bob,
Still missing you so much. I don't think the pain, sadness or loneliness will ever go away. Hopefully it will lessen.
Love You Forever, Maureen
Maureen Grams
June 15, 2014
Happy Father's Day Bob!
You were such a good Father, always putting your children first before your wants or needs. It always gave me great joy watching you interact with David & Denny even though you came home from work late or after your second job, hadn't eaten and so very tired. Your family came first. You were a patient man. I miss you! Love You!
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Maureen
January 1, 2014
Happy New Year Bob!
Miss you.
Maureen Grams
December 24, 2013
Merry Christmas Bob,
I'm wishing you were with me. I think about you everyday.
Love You & Miss You,
Maureen
November 28, 2013
Happy Thanksgiving Bob,
I'm spending this day with Denny, Ben, Hunter, Sophie, Savannah and with Ben's parents. Wishing you were with us.
Miss you,
Love you,
Maureen
Maureen
November 24, 2013
It's been raining and gloomy the past 2 days. It brings me back to memories of WI. It's probably very cold & snowing. I remember how you always warmed the car up for the children & me. You were always caring & thoughtful. Missing You,
October 23, 2013
I miss you so much! I will always love you. Maureen
Maureen Grams
June 16, 2013
Happy Father's Day Bob,
I often reminisce our many years together especially the earlier years with David and Denny with fondness. I remember how you would come home from working two jobs tired but never ever too tired to spend time with the children. This was very important to me. While trying to eat dinner late after work your little peanut wanted to be by you. You would lift her up and sit her on the kitchen table in front of you. As you tried to eat, the little peanut would open her mouth like a little bird and you would give her a spoonful and then you would take a bite for yourself. I also remember how Baby Davey would also look forward to you coming home and loved to do the things you did. If you were mowing the lawn you can bet there was a little guy following you in your footsteps with his little lawn mower. I also remember when you worked late you sometimes would sit on the porch steps at night watering the grass. David and Denny loved these quiet times with you. You were always there for your children and very much involved in their every day life. You always had time for your family. My love for you grew stronger and stronger each day as I witnessed your love for your family. I was so proud of you. I was very blessed and I'm so thankful that God gave you to me and am very gratefull that we had 48 1/2 years together. I love and miss you. Maureen
November 20, 2012
Maureen, Denny and David, I hope you all have a blessed Thanksgiving and I am thankful our paths crossed on 4th street. II think of my wonderful neighbors often and miss you guys. Maureen, I can only hope I still find the love someday that is anywhere near what you and Bob had.!!
Denny Thomason
October 23, 2012
One year ago today you went home to the Lord. I find peace knowing that you are in heaven, but I still miss you so much. Just being near you made everything feel alright. Thank you for your unconditional love, Dad.
I love you, Papa.
Your Peanut,
Denny
Maureen
October 22, 2012
October 23-First Anniversary-I miss you, your sense of humor,your quiet ways,the gleam in your eye,curling up in your arms. I always felt so protected. My heart still aches and the painful tears still flow. I love you and miss you so much. Maureen
October 7, 2012
Hi Bob, Friday was your birthday. While I was at work I sang Happy Birthday to you several times and wished you the happiest birthday ever.I still feel the pain of our loss. I miss you so much. I will not question why you were taken from us. I trust in Gods plan. His plan is for the good. I truly believe this. I admit that sometimes it is hard to do because I miss you so much. Love Always,Maureen
Denny Thomason
September 21, 2012
I miss you so much, Dad. I wish I could hear you call me "Peanut" again. I love you Papa.
Your Peanut,
Denny
Maureen Grams
November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving Bob. I miss you so much. I will always love you.
Jennifer (Sharafinski) Lehman
November 22, 2011
I remember Mr. and Mrs. Grams - Denny's parents. Mr. Grams had his own style and I'm humbled to say I knew him. He raised two great kids and I'm proud to call one of them my friend. Denny - you and your whole family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my dad 2 1/2 years ago and I still think of what they taught us growing up; our kids could learn a lot from them! Miss you Denny. Take care.
Denny Thomason
November 22, 2011
Thinking of you always. Dad, I miss you and love you.
Jacque Hinz
October 27, 2011
Bob and Maureen were the best neighbors anyone could have on 4th street. There are so many memories of Bob but my favorite is this one. The hospital called and my dad was dying of cancer and I needed to get to the hospital so I called the Grams to see if Denny could watch the boys, she was not home, only Bob was home, who of course, came right over to help. I went to the hospital and when I came home and walked in the door of my house there was Bob sitting in the chair, in one arm was Baby Brent and the other arm a loaf of bread. My eyes are tearing up as I write this. You were and always will be the best "neighbor" ever. I am privilaged to have lived next door to one of the finest families. Heaven has received an angel.
DICK NISSEN
October 26, 2011
Sorry to hear of Bobs passing. I went to school with Bob and was also a neighbor on Brown ST. As time went on we all go our seperate ways and lose touch with each other. Bob will be remembered as a good friend for many years So sorry
Mary Walecki (Robbins-Lenk)
October 26, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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