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Christopher Grotz Obituary
Christopher David Grotz passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at age 64, in the care of Regal Rehabilitation and Living Center in New Haven, CT. He is survived by his three children, Celia Grotz, Scott Grotz, and Sarah and her husband Seth Bickford, his brother Toby Grotz and his wife Kate, his sister Maria Grotz, and his step-mother Helen Hynes Grotz. Chris was born June 8, 1952 and was the youngest son of George Grotz and Patricia Smulders. Raised in Killingworth, CT, he was an Eagle Scout and active member in the community. Chris graduated from the Morgan School in 1970 and from Alleghany College in 1974. He worked as a carpenter on many projects throughout the state of Connecticut and later attended graduate school to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a lawyer. He graduated with his Juris Doctor degree from Quinnipiac Law School in 2000. Much of his work was pro-bono as he helped those in need of legal representation who had limited funds to pay him. He had been practicing law until the time of his illness. Chris was happiest when he was in the presence of his family and especially his three children. A service for Chris will be held at the convenience of his family. We love you and miss you, and we will always hold close to our hearts the fun and laughter we shared together. Thank you for being our father, brother, friend, and lawyer.
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Polly Burkhart
May 28, 2024
So sad to hear this...7 years later. Chris and I were very close during our Allegheny years. I enjoyed visits to Killingworth, a trip to Provincetown, and all the crazy shenanigans of two college kids. He was always fun and liked to do the unexpected. So sorry for your loss.
Maria Grotz
February 23, 2018
This is the first time I've looked at this wonderful page Chris's kids set up
It breaks my heart
We are planning a memorial for him
Sat May 12 - (which is the day before Mother's Day)
Meeting at the Hammonasset Beach Parking lot
And then going to the beach to share our best memories of Chris- bring anything you'd like to read
I definitely need help finding Chris's friends- so please let me know if you have anyone's contact info so I can invite them
Maria Grotz
917-647-7779
[email protected]
toni akin
June 19, 2017
Attorney Grotz was the best legal adviser. He helped me so much as a new property owner in Connecticut. He was excellent, and helped me navigate property laws. I will miss him greatly and never had the chance to meet him in person. We always worked via the phone or the internet. I know he is sleeping with the angels for helping me, and so many others. Was not your typical lawyer with high rates and no results. A very special person. My deepest condolences to his family.Toni Akin
Carissa Brown
May 27, 2017
I am still numb and my heart aches that he is gone! My sincere condolences to Chris and Ellen's children and to his whole family. I'm so sorry!!!!! Chris and I were childhood friends in Killingworth and stayed friends our whole life. I was planning to come to Connecticut to see him this week actually in New Haven. Another lesson I didn't want to be taught that stabs me in the heart... you think you have time. You don't. I am deeply saddened by his death. Rest In Peace my my dear friend. You were loved.
Denise May
May 21, 2017
Such incredibly sad news. Chris helped me greatly during my divorce and I am forever grateful to him. He had such a big heart and witty sense of humor and I'm sure God and the angels are enjoying his presence in heaven. My condolences to All his family and friends.
May 18, 2017
Maria...saw you earlier tonight, offered my condolences...saw a brief announcement on your brother's passing ...read The Hartford Courants' considerably more detailed obituary...and left me really admiring a man that I never had the pleasure of meeting...and also gave me pause,realizing that this man had accomplished so much and not able to enjoy his golden years is very sad ....I certainly like to think he is in a better world now ....
My deepest condoences to you and all family members and friends.....Greg Steed...
Russ Jenkins
May 18, 2017
Chris - My college Freshman roommate, and buddy ever since. I will miss you and our frequently infrequent chats. May you Rest in Peace, my friend.
May 18, 2017
Farewell, Freshman Roommate and lifelong buddy. You will be missed.
Russ Jenkins
May 18, 2017
Chris - My college Freshman roommate, and buddy ever since. I will miss you and our frequently infrequent chats. May you Rest in Peace, my friend.
Phil Sherman
May 17, 2017
To Toby, and to the parts of Chris's family that don't know me:
From the day I showed up in the old Grange Hall in January 1965, Chris was always there with a welcome and a smile. We spent lots of time on the trails and in the camps together, missed too many years in the middle, then had some great visits over the last few years. I'll miss a true friend.
craig Heser
May 17, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Chris passing , he was a great kid in school , always a good guy !
Live thru the memories , they will get you thru the difficult time
Gloria Vogt
May 16, 2017
Chris was my childhood friend and we stayed close through bad and good times.
Gloria Vogt
May 16, 2017
Chris was my childhood friend and we always kept in touch whether in good times or in bad times. I will miss him.
Candace Casale
May 16, 2017
My heart goes out to Chris' children and siblings during this very difficult time. I lost my sister, Polly Card O'Connell, 2 1/2 weeks ago-she was a classmate of Chris' at Morgan. Not a good time for any of us or for the class of 1970. Sincerely, Candace Card Casale
Karen Hicock
May 16, 2017
Dear Grotz Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace and may you take solace in your fond memories of him.
Love,
The Hicock Family
Andy, Karen (KK), Robert, Danielle, and Nicholas
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