JOHN GRUBBS Obituary
On Friday, March 15, 2019, John Grubbs, age 90, of Pittsburgh, son of the late John and Betty Grubbs; longtime companion of Shirley Milliern; brother of David Grubbs and the late Tom and Bill Grubbs; also survived by nieces and nephews, including Timothy Grubbs. John was a veteran of the US Navy, a saxophone player and member of the Ringold Band. A member of Incarnation of the Lord Parish choir, he also volunteered by playing music at local nursing homes. Friends received Monday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday at Incarnation of the Lord Parish. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to Disabled American Veterans (www.dav.org).
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David Gardner
March 22, 2019
Our memories of John will forever remain in our hearts and minds. John filled our lives with kindness and laughter throughout the 13 years we were close neighbors. Our condolences go out to you Shirley. Stay close. We are with you.
Love Always, David & David
Diane Carney
March 19, 2019
Heaven says about time...haircuts needed. John was a loyal family friend. When I was young, he was larger than life. He had a wicked fast wit and sense of fun. Loyal to his faith and dear church, Annunciation. Peace!
Francie Roberts
March 18, 2019
One of my favorite people in all the world. Spending time with you was one of the highlights of my life. And how many Navy sax players end up executive producer for a world-famous choir? You're the only one. I'll miss you, Grubbs. XO
Bill Stewart
March 18, 2019
Shirley: Though we failed miserably at staying in touch, John was a strong source of comfort and support during our family's earliest years. And the recollections of his presence then are much in our thoughts now. John's passing concludes a wise, generous and honorable life. Eileen and I extend our sincere condolences for your great loss.
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Tom Rooney
March 18, 2019
John had many qualities and talents but one not widely recalled is that would make the rounds in our neighborhood giving haircuts to us boys, house to house. Saved our parents a lot of money, Word travelled fast that John was in a home a few doors down and the moms would intercept him.
As mentioned he was a great musician, too.
And we loved his new car each year, usually a flashy red Pontiac.
He took my sister and I to Erie with my older sister many times, driving 19 all the way, He had a game...no one would pass him and we'd count the cars he'd pass.
One time a guy and girl in a convertible passed us dangerously fast. Miles up the road, we saw they were off he road, turned sideways over and embankment. Stuck with me forever.
Joh was a wonderful soul. Doubt he needs our prayers.....likely he is playing for us.
Dan & Kathy Haefele
March 17, 2019
Our deepest sympathies. John was a good man, a friend, and a great soul. I will always remember The One, The Only, The Great JOHNNY G!
Conrad Mueller
March 17, 2019
Enjoy your first St Patrick's Day in heaven John!
Conrad Mueller
March 17, 2019
My condolences to you Shirley, and John's entire family, on John's death. May God comfort you at this time of grieving. John was a great man! I was proud to have called John my good friend! More fulfilling, I was proud that John called me his good friend!
I am a better person for having known John the last 15 years or so of his life. I will always cherish the times we spent endless hours just talking. We talked about everything. Of course there was his saxophone life,his boating life, his USNavy life, his Catholic faith life, his choir life, his social life, and of course his Shirley life.
And many more lifes'.
We had many philosophical discussions during our many conversations. He was Clinton. I was Bush. He was obama. I was Trump. After our initial heated political conversation when he discovered that I was a conservative Democrat, we found a vast expanse of common ground. We had a mutual respect for each other, and each other's opinion, that I am sure he learned something from me as I most assuredly learned stuff from him.
John was a caring and giving Catholic! His faith meant a lot to him. He never missed mass unless it was because of extraordinary situation. John treated everyone like they were his best friend. I will always remember our choir practices. John's humor and mishaps were legendary! These sessions are where I met John and we befriended each other. I am so thankful for my daughter Sarah for getting me to join Incarnation's choir! Otherwise I would never have been great friends with John!
John was a great man and will be truly missed by all!
Well done my faithful servant! Well done!!
I love you Johnny Grubbs! Rest In Peace!!!
Until we meet again..........
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