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Fishers - Robert Groogan, 74, of Fishers, IN passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Bob was from Whitehouse Station, NJ and moved to Indiana shortly after his graduation from Saints Philip & James in Phillipsburg, NJ. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Kathleen Groogan, and his sisters Marge Kelley and Sr. Eileen Groogan.
Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and graduated from IUPUI. He worked in commercial construction and retired as a Vice President of Shiel Sexton after 28 years.
He was a Godparent and former board member of St. Mary's Child Center, a member of the Knights of Columbus, a former board member of IFMA Indianapolis and active in his church.
Bob worked hard and loved his family fiercely. He enjoyed golf, St. Patrick's Day, fishing, playing euchre and telling stories with family and friends over a cold beer.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years Linda (Roberts) Groogan, his brother Leo Groogan (wife Terry), his daughter Andrea Mikels (husband Roger), his son Patrick Groogan (wife Jenni) and his three grandchildren, JP, Lauren and Parker, who lit up his world.
Services will be held at Holy Spirit Parish at Geist, 10350 Glaser Way, Fishers, IN 46037. Visitation is Monday, February 25th, 5:00pm - 8:00pm. The Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, February 26th, at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to: St. Mary's Child Center, 901 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St., Indianapolis, IN 46202. https://www.smccindy.org/donation
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Phil and Brigitt Caito
February 24, 2019
We are so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. We shall miss sitting behind him at Mass. He was a special guy. And now you have a very special guardian angel.
Kevin Turner
February 22, 2019
Linda, Andrea and Patrick,
As you know, Bob was one of the great guys in Indianapolis. He shared great humor and great advice at every encounter. My very fond memories of Bob will remain.
Kevin Turner
Joe Marcum
February 22, 2019
Mrs. Groogan, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I work at Sun King brewery in Fishers. Bob was one of our regulars, and I always enjoyed a conversation with him when he came in for a pint and growler fill. I am so sorry for your loss. Joe Marcum
Bob & Judy Zier
February 21, 2019
Dear Groogan family, Judy and I send our condolences to you on the passing of Bob. We know he was wonderful husband,father grandfather. He helped raise wonderful children as we witnessed in Patrick. May God comfort you during this sorrowful time. Our best to all, Bob and Judy Zier
Kendall Kelley
February 21, 2019
Linda and Family,
So sorry to hear of Robert's passing. He and I were "Bunkies" for awhile at Marge and Fred's home way back when and he helped me out quite a bit when I first arrived in Indianapolis. He had a great spirit about him.
Kendall Kelley
February 20, 2019
Linda, Patrick and Andrea,
We're sending heartfelt prayers to you all. We will remember your husband and dad as such a happy man and a fun person to be around. Memories from baseball and other LN activities. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Shelly Hindman and Family
Gretchen Krug
February 20, 2019
May God's Perpetual Light
shine upon him. May he rest in peace. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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