Ross Greiter

Ross Greiter obituary, Yorkville, IL

Ross Greiter

Ross Greiter Obituary

Published by Beacon News from Oct. 5 to Oct. 6, 2009.
Ross Greiter Ross Greiter, age 19, of Plano, IL passed away on Friday, October 2, 2009 at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. His courage and love of life before, during and after his heart transplant was an inspiration to his family and friends. He was born on August 9, 1990 in Aurora, IL the son of Scott and Karen (DeBolt) Greiter. Ross was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Plano, IL. He was a 2008 graduate of Plano High School. Ross was currently attending Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove, IL. He was an avid runner, a die hard Cub fan and enjoyed working out and playing baseball. He is survived by his parents, Scott and Karen Greiter of Plano, IL; his sister, Karson Greiter of Plano, IL; his paternal grandmother, Arlee (Randy) Lay of Ottawa, IL; his maternal aunts and uncles, Linda (Don Martin) DeBolt, Brian (Armelinda) DeBolt, Stephen (Karen) DeBolt, Jim (Lori) DeBolt, Sharen (Bob) Miller all of Plano, IL; his paternal aunts and uncles, Tracye (Dave) Bell of Yorkville, IL, Greg (Judy) Greiter of Belvidere, IL, and Alan (Colleen) Lay of Montgomery, IL; and a host of beloved cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, William and Marilyn DeBolt; and his paternal grandfather, Paul Greiter. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, October 8, 2009 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 901 N. Center St., Plano, IL with Father Matthew Lamoureux, M.I.C., officiating. Interment will follow in the St. John Catholic Cemetery in Somonauk, IL. Friends may visit from 2:00 until 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at the Larson-Nelson Funeral Home, 1010 W. South St., Plano, IL. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, 630-552-7211, www.nelsonfuneralhomes.com You can make a difference, become an organ donor www.lifegoeson.com

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October 10, 2009

Kelly P. posted to the memorial.

October 9, 2009

Branden Hoolehan posted to the memorial.

October 9, 2009

Helen Prester posted to the memorial.

Kelly P.

October 10, 2009

I was so sad to hear about Ross. I remember him from when I was interning at PHS and he was an office aide. It was his senior year and I remember talking with him about his college plans. He seemed so sweet, kind, and mature for his age; maybe, due to his health complications, he had gained a perspective on life that others had not yet attained. He left a wonderful impression on me, as I'm sure he did with so many others. My thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Branden Hoolehan

October 9, 2009

I just heard about this...
I'll always remember going over when I was really young to play baseball with Ross and David J. It really is heartbreaking to have heard about this. I send my deepest sympathies out to you all.

Helen Prester

October 9, 2009

Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of your son. Helen, Judy and Pat, Village of Montgomery

Paulette & Larry Wasik

October 7, 2009

Dear Karen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. No words can express my sympathy that I feel for you and your family.

October 7, 2009

Karen and family I am so sorry to hear about your loss my deepest condolences! Ross was an awesome friend and an amazing person. even though i havent seen him since graduation weekend he will always be a close friend of mine! Cory Glanville(Skiye) Sebastian Florida

October 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..

Love,
Julie, Mark, Courtney and Kendra Weeks

Barb Moss

October 7, 2009

Scott, Karen and Karson,
I was blessed to have Ross as my student aide during his High School years. He was funny, sweet, and always kind. After he graduated we were Facebook friends and I was amused daily by his quotes and quips. He was a great person and I am sorry that he had to leave so soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.

Linda West

October 7, 2009

Dearest Karen, Scott and Karson, I just heard about Ross and I am so deeply sorry for your loss. The loss of a child is like no other pain. Hold on to your memories it is what will get you through. When God closes a door he opens a window. Ross will be with you forever in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Linda West

Kim Fitzgerald

October 7, 2009

Karen and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
My heart goes out to you in sympathy and prayer.

October 7, 2009

It's always hard to see the life of someone so young be taken away. Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your son. Helen, Pat and Judy, Village of Montgomery.

Diane Schaper

October 6, 2009

Our sophmore year homecoming was so much fun because of Ross. He's always been so sweet and shy, but the whole ride up to dinner i couldn't stop laughing at how amused he was at my light up shoes. He was an amazing guy, and he'll NEVER be forgotten.

my thoughts and prayers are with you,
-Diane Schaper

Tammi Thornton

October 6, 2009

I was extremely saddened to hear about your devastating loss from Damen. I know there are not any words that will comfort you right now, but I am so sorry for your loss and pain. I hope you heal quickly, and you and your whole family are in my prayers.

John Larsen

October 6, 2009

Scott, Karen and Karson:

The courage shown by Ross and your entire family throughout the past few years has been unmeasurable. I have learned from you what it means to be strong and unwaivering in your faith. May God bless the Greiter family and those whose lives have been touched by your strength.

Scott Hill

October 6, 2009

Scott and Karen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May God help you through the days ahead. Ross was a great young man. He will be missed.

Jamie Schag

October 6, 2009

Dear Karen & Family-

My heart goes out to you and your family in your time of sadness. It was always a pleasure serving Ross. He was one of the most polite, funny, and courageous people I've ever met. May God be with you through this tough time.

Shari MacPhail Moe

October 5, 2009

Scott, Karen and Greiter family, my heart goes out to you at this very sad time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Amy Bywater-Hickman

October 5, 2009

Scott & Karen, May God Bless you and guide you through this truly difficult time. I am sure there is nothing in life Ross could have done to make you more proud of him than the courage and strength he showed through it all. He was truly an inspiration!

October 5, 2009

Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Phil and Tari (Robbins) Jansen

Krista Griffin

October 5, 2009

Karen,
My prayers and my heart are with you and your family at this sad time.

Mary Akerley

October 5, 2009

Dear Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear about Ross, I met him and your daughter a few years ago when Karson and My nephew Kevin were making their 1st communion together. He must have been a very brave young man. I will keep you all in my prayers.

October 5, 2009

Scott, Karen & Karson,
We are so sorry that Ross had to leave so soon. What a fine and courageous young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Rennetta & Mike
Mickelson

Steve & Pat Hatcher

October 5, 2009

Scott, Karen and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the memories, friends and family help you through this difficult time.

Clara Runyon

October 5, 2009

Karen and Scott,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Ross was truly an inspriation to all of us and he will be missed.
TJ Swearingen & Clara Runyon

October 5, 2009

To all of Ross's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love from Chase, Amy, & Megan Winter.

October 5, 2009

I'm so sorry for your loss.
John Goncher
Smyrna, GA

Aric & Brook Henschen

October 5, 2009

To Scott and the Grieter Family; with heartfelt condolences, we are very sorry to hear about your families loss.... Our prayers are with you and your family.

October 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we want to wish you our deepest sympathy and will be praying for your family. Love, Sam, Norma, Zach and Shawna

Jay Gerber

October 5, 2009

Scott, Karen and Karson, I’m so sorry for your loss, words can’t say. I was privileged and honored to have spent time with Ross and you couldn’t have asked for a better son. I have some great memories of Ross and will hold them close to my heart forever.

Laura Hill

October 5, 2009

To the Grieter Family,

Even though my time with Ross was brief and a long time ago, he still left such a positive impression on me. Hopefully your family will find comfort in God and each other during this difficult time.

Laura Hill (PMS Secretary)

julie vilcek

October 5, 2009

I am very sorry to hear about Ross. My prayers and thoughts will continue to be with your family.

October 5, 2009

Scott, Karen, and Karson,

You are in our thoughts at this very difficult time. Ross showed us the true spirit of what it meant to be courageous. Ross meant so much to us and we will miss him always.

Love, Julie, Frank, David & Ace

October 5, 2009

Our prayers continue to be with you. You will treasure your beautiful memories of Ross and how much you all meant to each other. He was a real fighter. Ron & Bonnie Bauer and family

October 5, 2009

To Judy, Greg, Cam, Reed and the entire family: We are praying for you and thinking of you constantly. You are in our hearts.

~Mark and Kristi (Himstedt) Haley

Pat Brummel

October 5, 2009

We were so sorry to hear about Ross. He was an amazing and sweet young man and an example of courage for all of us. Ross and his family and friends are in our prayers.

Sincerely,
Don and Pat Brummel

Rob and Wendy Bedal

October 5, 2009

Ross was an amazing young man, always polite and pleasant to talk to. He would always shoot that shy, innocent smile! His courage is immeasurable. Our prayers are with the entire family. Heaven just got a good one!!!!

Tom, Teresa, Tommy and Tia Halvax

October 5, 2009

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you forever and always.... bask in the memories and know that Ross has golden wings now and flys with no pain... you are forever in his heart and he in yours...."

Jim and Terri Burns

October 5, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 5, 2009

Scott and Karen,
Words can't express how sorry I am to hear about Ross. Your family has been in our prayers and will continue to be.
Kent and Lynn Brown

October 5, 2009

To the Grieter and DeBolt families: Our hearts go out to you in this time of grief. We know that Ross fought a courageous battle and what an inspiration he was to so many. We hope that your memories of Ross will ease your pain and our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. The Bagg Family

damen bonneau

October 5, 2009

Ross bro live long in the after...my condolences are with the whole grieter family

October 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ross will be deeply missed.
Rod, Sandra, Steven & Max Taylor

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