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1948
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2020
David Grinder Obituary
David F. Grinder, 71, of Apollo, passed away on April 4, 2020.
He was born on Oct. 30, 1948, in North Apollo, and was the son of the late Jane (McManus) and Dean Grinder.
Dave was a graduate of Apollo Ridge High School class of 1966, and was employed by Wean United, and retired from Allegheny Ludlum in 2012.
He was a member of St. Michael's Church and the VFW.
Dave enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, as well as going to the beach in North Carolina, and planting flowers in his yard.
Dave is survived by his wife of 46 1/2 years, Judy (Hansen) Grinder; two daughters,
Jamie (Greg) Mechling and Rachel (Chris) Rock, both of Parks Township; four grandchildren, Tyler and Loren Mechling and Garret and Gwen Rock; his sister, Lela (Eric) Moore of Oklahoma Borough; and two brothers, Tim and Jim Grinder of North Apollo.
A memorial service will take place at a later date.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Janette L. Gamble Funeral Home Inc., 2842 River Road, Vandergrift.
Online condolences may be made at Gamblefh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Susan Knox
April 13, 2020
We were shocked and sad to hear of Dave's passing
Cousins Joe and Susie Knox
USW Union Local 1138
April 10, 2020
The members of the USW Union Local 1138 would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of our Brother David Grinder. A Family Memorial Bible is available to the family by contacting our office at 724-842-2091, Monday thru Thursday 9:30 am to 3:30 pm.
April 8, 2020
Lorraine and I were so sad to hear of Dave's passing . Although I haven't seen him much in recent years I remember our families visiting often as kids and cousins and the fun we had . Our sympathy is with the family.
Dan Knox
April 8, 2020
So sad to hear about Dave passing. I will always remember him for his quiet demeanor and kind and thoughtful heart. Cousin Dan
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