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John A. Grellner
1938 - 2016
John A. Grellner
1938 - 2016
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Albert Grellner. Brother to Thomas Grellner and Robert
Grellner, father to Matthew Grellner, John Christopher
Grellner, Paul Grellner and Michael Grellner, grandfather to
Justin, Andrew, Max, Enso, Frances, Augustus and Greta
Grellner. Affectionately known as "Sonny" to his close
family members during childhood.
Graduate of CBC High School class of 1955. A gifted
athlete, John excelled at football and track. State
champion at shotput and discus in high school. John later
graduated from St. Louis University in with a B.A. in
Political Science, and later earned a M.A. in Political
Science from St. Louis University. John was a
Democratic member of the Missouri House of Representatives
from 1964 to 1972, representing the 9th and 40th
Districts. Lifelong, dedicated member of the Shrewsbury
community and St. Michael's parish. John's hobbies included shooting at his gun club,
Gemmer, and was an avid outdoorsman, spending countless
hours in the woods and streams with his four sons.
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Thomas Maher
March 8, 2016
Sonny and my late cousin, Mike Dougherty, were besties way back when. They played football for four years for CBC.
Sonny's brother, Bob, was in my '58 CBC Class; another Good Guy!
John at Nazareth Living Center
Terry & Sharon Tolbert
February 23, 2016
John was our long time neighbor and friend. He loved his family, Christmas, Civil War history, reenactments, hunting, fishing, oranges, church, rain and Snoopy. We will miss him!
Karen Diehl
February 23, 2016
Mike- your dad was the sweetest man. After I went to another church I would see him at diebergs. He always had a smile even though he was in obvious pain and he always stopped to chat. I will miss him... Fondly karen ( musich) diehl-- jen's mom
Jerry Meier
February 20, 2016
Life long friend of "Sonny" from early grade school thru college. I have many fond memories growing up with the "Grellner boys" who lived down the street from my brother Stan and me. My condolences to his brothers Bob and Tom. Jerry Meier, Kirkwood, MO.
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February 18, 2016
JOHN will truly be missed as a dedicated community man and Catholic layman. May he rest in peace! My sympathies to the family.
Sincerely, Max Kaiser, Jr.
Mark and Mary Belgeri
February 18, 2016
John lived down the street from us and would always stop by on his,daily walks to chat about life. Always greeting you with a warm smile! Our condolences to his family.
Cynthia Mueller
February 18, 2016
So very saddened by the news of Mr. Grellner's passing. My prayers are with Paul, Matt, John, and Mike and their families during this difficult time ahead. Hoping you can find some comfort knowing that your Dad is at peace. Much love.
Carol Reis Paggi
February 18, 2016
We were married 51 years ago in St. Louis. I grew up in Webster Groves. My brother Bob introduced me to John while we were in high school.
I met my husband Joe while teaching in California. I introduced him to John at a dinner with several close friends shortly before our weddings. Thereafter for several years we'd get together on our visits to St Louis. We haven't seen John for years, but continued to ask about him and hold him in high regard.
John will remain in our thoughts & prayers.
God bless him!
Roseann Hughes
February 18, 2016
I was so sorry to hear about John's passing. He was always so warm and friendly....at St. Michael's or Dierbergs where we ran into each other the most. I remember him coming to SSM Physical Therapy at St. Mary's outpatient department, always a smile on his face and ready to "go to work". He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tom Stevener
February 18, 2016
My condolences to the entire family. My Mother rarely misses a chance to remind me that I owe my life to John rescuing me from the Meramec River at their clubhouse. Others thought I was swimming, but John knew I was drowning, jumped in and pulled me out. Rest in peace.
Sister Pat
February 18, 2016
Every morning, I would salute John and say sir, yes sir and he would tell me to carry on... I will miss that. He is at peace.
Blessings to all of you as you mourn.
Sister Pat
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