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Gerald Grohn Obituary
Korean War Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient. Beloved husband of 61 years to Dolores (nee Kane). Loving father of Gerald (Julie), James, Linda (Scott) Pickering, Laura Dominski, and Kathleen (Tom) Faille. Adored Papa of Kelli (Tom), Erica, Amanda, Ryan, Brandon, Colin, Jacob, Brenden, and Ava. Proud great-grandpa of Alexis. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Retired train dispatcher of Belt Railway Co. of Chicago and active member of many veteran organizations. Visitation Sunday 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers Monday 9:30 a.m. at the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL. Interment private. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Grohn
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Jim Grohn
January 12, 2018
My father was amazing guy, great grandfather, dedicated Veteran
jim grohn
December 12, 2016
I miss you dad , your amazing grandfather your grandchildren miss you very much.
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Nov
27
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462
Nov
28
Prayer Service
9:30 a.m.
Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462
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Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home9000 West 151st St, Orland Park, IL 60462
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