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Alice Gronstedt Obituary
Ms. Gronstedt was born March 25, 1927 in Otterville, MO, to Frank and Sudie Belle Coffman Diefendorf, Sr. On September 26, 1947, she married Joseph F. Gronstedt in Clinton, MO, who preceded her in death in January 2008.
She attended Rockland Elementary School and was the valedictorian of the 1944 graduating class of Otterville High School. She graduated from Central Missouri State Teacher's College in Warrensburg, MO with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She taught in small country schools before graduating from college. After graduation, she taught social studies in Appleton City, Windsor, Marshall and Otterville. After raising her children, she returned to college in 1979 for her elementary degree and taught fifth grade at Otterville Public School for 17 years before retiring in 1996. She continued to work after her retirement helping in her daughter's medical office until January 2011. She was a member of the Clifton City Methodist Church.
Survivors include one daughter-Dr. Joy Gronstedt of Sedalia, two sons-Frank Gronstedt of Otterville and Dr. Gary Gronstedt of Minneapolis, MN; her beloved peekapoos and supporters during her illness, Bridget and Bandit. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Joseph, and brothers-Joseph, John Earl, and Frank, Jr.
Services for Ms. Gronstedt will be at 1:00 PM Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the Meisenheimer Funeral Home in Otterville with Pastor Vi Rhoads officiating. Burial will be in the IOOF Cemetery in Otterville.
Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of the service on Saturday.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alice Gronstedt
January 24, 2012
Dr. Gronstedt,
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I am thinking of you and your family at this time.
Jan Schachtman, Minneapolis, MN.
Buddy and Dixie Duncan
January 21, 2012
Dr. Gronstedt,
We were very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We know this is a very sad time and our thoughts are with you.
Chris, Lynn, Wyatt and Austin Payne
January 21, 2012
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your mother was a very special woman, and she touched the lives of more than she could ever imagine.
Ron and Judy Imhauser
January 20, 2012
Dr. Gronstedt,
We are very sorry to hear that your mother has passed away. Judy has fond memories of her when she taught at Otterville. You and your family are in our prayers.
Charla (Goode) Friedmeyer
January 20, 2012
So sorry to hear of the loss of a wonderful lady. She was an important part of my education as she not only put up with me at school, she also welcomed me into her home during piano lessons with Gary. Those were good days. I pray for your comfort during this difficult time.
Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. John 16.22
Chris and Michele (Bass) Staus
January 20, 2012
Joy, Frank and Gary, we are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a great teacher and a great neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anna Neudorff
January 19, 2012
Alice was a wonderful woman & teacher. I have many fond memories of her. I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Tammy Leroux
January 19, 2012
Joy, Frank and Gary, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My sincere condolences to all of you. Tammy (Allen) Leroux
Jennifer Humphrey
January 19, 2012
Joy, Gary, and Frank,
I am so sorry to hear about Alice. I have so many fond memories of our times together. She was one very special person, and I am lucky to have known her as a friend. Dennis and I send our thoughts and prayers from New York.
Regina Reuter
January 19, 2012
Joy, Frank, and Gary ; I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I will keep you all in my prayers in this difficult time.
Regina Gerke Reuter
Jim Ollison
January 19, 2012
Dr. Joy, Frank and Gary too, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. My heart goes out to you and your families.
John Kreisel
January 19, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your mother today and always.
Cathey Schrader
January 19, 2012
Frank & Joy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
steve and alpha ford
January 19, 2012
dr. gronstedt,was so sorry to hear of your mother's death.I know the way you talk so fondly she was a good woman and I am sure she will be greatly missed.you have our deapest sympathy.
Kingsley Chigbu
January 19, 2012
Dr. Gronstedt,
I am sorry to hear about your mother's death. Although I did not get a chance to meet her, I could see her through your kindness, gentleness and good passion. You spoke highly of her. May God grant you the fortitude to bear her loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thought.
Mike Meyer
January 19, 2012
Frank, Joy and Gary, so sorry to here about your Mom, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Toney Webb
January 18, 2012
Joy,Frank and Gary, we are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We used to live next door to your parents for eight years while living in Clifton City. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Mike and Toney Webb, Angela and Christopher
Tara Ries
January 18, 2012
Gary-I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a fabulous woman. Remember all the great memories you have as a family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Tara
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