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Richard John DeGrosky

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30895 W Huron River Dr

Flat Rock, Michigan

Richard DeGrosky Obituary

Richard J. DeGrosky, age 75, of Flat Rock, died December 21, 2018.
He was the beloved husband of Michele DeGrosky; and loving father of Drew (Bobby Clemens) DeGrosky and Delani DeGrosky. He is also survived by his siblings Thelma Carson and Gay Rambo.
Richard was a teacher in Flat Rock Community Schools for 42 years. Arrangements made at Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, (next to Michigan Memorial Park) 30895 Huron River Dr., Huron Twp., (734) 783-2646. His cremation will take place at "The Witness Crematory" located inside of Michigan Memorial Funeral Home.
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Published by Monroe News on Dec. 28, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard DeGrosky

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43 Entries

Alicia Antrobus

September 11, 2019

I've been looking all over for him over these years!! I just searched his last name to look for his daughters and saw this and was heartbroken!! He was the best teacher ive ever had!! He was the first male teacher i had and he made 3rd grade so much more comfortable for me he cared about his students as if we where his own children!!! Ill always remember you and miss you even more!!!

January 8, 2019

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Scott Woodard

January 6, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of the late, great Dick Degrosky. He was an exceptional person and an important character during my time living in Flat Rock. He was a great coach, mentor and friend to me and so many others. We spent many hours together and he was there for me in so many ways. And how he made me laugh! RIP Mr D. You are the best.

Tanya

January 4, 2019

I graduated from Flat Rock in '97. I had Mr. D as a teacher in 6th grade. I am so sad to hear of his passing. He was such a great teacher. We still talk about how funny he was and about all the stories he use to tell. I know he was an inspiration to many of his students. Praying for his family.

Janine Jordan (magyar)

January 4, 2019

I graduated in 96 and he was my favorite teacher! He will be missed!

Mike Flynn

January 2, 2019

I was very sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Dick was a dedicated teacher, a mentor to me during my early years of teaching, a good friend and a golf buddy for years. My condolences to the Degrosky family.

Alisha Ellis

January 1, 2019

Mr. D was my favorite teacher. He taught me more than I ever thought I would need to know. I will never forget him. RIP.

Cynthia Marion

December 29, 2018

He was a wonderful teacher and a kind man.

Cynthia Marion

December 29, 2018

So very sorry to hear this news. He was a wonderful teacher. and a kind person. Rest in peace.

Dale Robinson

December 29, 2018

Sorry to hear of Dick's passing. Even though I haven't seen him much lately, I always considered him a friend. Many memories of working at Flat Rock together, golfing and friendship. My thoughts are with Dick and the family in dealing with your loss.

Alan Summers

December 29, 2018

Your example in this journey touched so many lives. Your giving heart gave so many of us the courage to step up to the challenges in this life. You have and always will be in my heart and thoughts.

Marc Estes

December 28, 2018

Thank you for all you did for me, with all we went through with my brother you helped me through when know one else knew what I was facing...you were a great man, I just wish I had the chance to see you one more time

December 28, 2018

R.I.P Mr.D

Anne (Spurlock) Hahn

December 28, 2018

I am so sad to hear of Mr. D's passing. I had for Science in 6th and he had such a sense of humor. His family will be in my prayers in the weeks to come.

Andrea Reilly

December 28, 2018

Mr. D was an unforgettable teacher and person. To this day I remember his talks and his jokes! He used to carry a little rock in his pocket that said 'laugh,' and that really inspired fifth-grade me to ask my parents for one. I still have my little laugh rock. Thank you Mr. D and much love to your family.

December 28, 2018

Offering our sincere condolences. May the God of love comfort your heart and make you firm in your time of grief. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.

Kim Smith

December 28, 2018

Worked with Dick for many years, and enjoyed many lively conversations. Barnes was not the same when he retired. My sympathies to the family, especially to Drew who was in my fourth grade class.

Colleen Torlone

December 28, 2018

Mr.D was one of my teachers when I moved to a Flat Rock in 6th grade. He was kind, funny and knew how to diffuse anxiety and discouragement in a blink of an eye for middle school students. He was one of my favorite teachers! However, it wasn't until 7 years later, when my little sister had him as a teacher that we fully understood the depths of his compassion. He not only became her favorite teacher as well, but he championed her as she went through heart surgeries. When she died at the age of 13, he was a balm to our broken hearts as he continued to care for her tree in front of the middle school. He was a great man, in a little town, who made forever lasting impacts in the lives of those he touched! He will be greatly missed!

Kathy Rost

December 28, 2018

Oh Michelle. I was so sad to hear of this. Please accept my condolences.

Angie Barnes Darty

December 28, 2018

So sorry for your lost he was a great teacher and sweet man

Beverly (Milbourne) Meyer

December 28, 2018

So sorry for the family loss. Mr. D was my 6th grade teacher. He was one of the most influential teachers in my young life, many of his lessons were life long learning lessons, he knew how to speak to us like no other teacher we had. Thank you Mr. D.

December 28, 2018

big spirit, loving soul, great teacher

Brian Kryk

December 28, 2018

Mr. D is one of the reasons I'm a teacher. Very inspiring man! My condolences to his family.

Rhonda Raft

December 28, 2018

When I first started teaching art at Simpson, teachers from Barnes would bring their classes over. Mr. Degrosky was always cheerful and kind, and he always had a story to share. What a friendly soul! May he Rest In Peace. A life well-lived.

Steve Wenzel

December 28, 2018

He was a great guy

Kathy Chamberlin

December 28, 2018

He was an amazing teacher who inspired alot of kids. He was one of a kind

Michael Grant

December 28, 2018

One of my favorite teachers. I ran in to him at the movies twenty years later and he still remembered me and my brother. Very sad to hear of his passing. Safe journey.

Mike Irvine

December 28, 2018

My heartfelt condolences to his family. Mr. D was one of my favorite teachers and gymnastics coach. Rest in peace Mr. D...

Carolyn Jones Kimball

December 27, 2018

All of us Jones girls are Thinking of you all Shelley....
Prayers are being sent to you and your girls...❤

Michele Paterno

December 27, 2018

You will be sadly missed Mr. D!!! I will never forget all our talks and your love for Joe Pa!!! I'm so glad my kids had you as a teacher, they loved you, we all did!! RIP and we will have lots of talks together again one day !
Thinking of you all during this very difficult time! Much love !

Kandice Trombley

December 27, 2018

So sorry for your loss! He was an amazing man and my favorite teacher!!!

Marcy Centek

December 27, 2018

He was one of my favorite teachers always full of energy he definitely loved teaching.... Rest in peace Mr.D

Billy Baugh

December 27, 2018

May yo RIP Mr D. Thoughts and prayers to the family

Tracy Carver

December 27, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed living next door to you for a few years. Mr. D always had some of the best stories. He will be missed by many. May God comfort each of you. I am truly sorry for your loss

December 27, 2018

Mr.D was the first person who took me golfing. We went to kinginkster. He was a great teacher and friend.

Kim Summers Segretario

December 27, 2018

My prayers are with all of you. Mr. D was my favorite teacher growing up.

Shelly (Mentzer) Bergmooser

December 27, 2018

So many wonderful memories of Mr. D! From Admiring his snake skin shoes,.. to Learning of rocks and minerals by searching and gluing to a shoe box lid... to Creating commercials which taught us how marketing and advertising worked.... to Watching him swing on the rings and fly on the trampoline.... to Listening to him sing Beatles songs- Michelle, my belle. We loved having Mr. D on the track! He was a passionate coach and a positive motivator. I'm welling up as I speak of a teacher/mentor/coach that we've admired over the years... Long live Mr. D's untouchable legacy! We sure loved Mr. D!
God bless his wife and daughters. Peace and love

Tim DeGrosky

December 27, 2018

Rest in Peace Uncle Dick. You were loved.

Karla Winick-Ford

December 27, 2018

May you find peace during this difficult time. Mr. D. was an amazing spirit who contributed a long legacy in this community. He will be missed.

Charlie Hays

December 27, 2018

Mr. D was a great Man, Mentor, Friend & Teacher You will be missed and never forgotten. Sleep My Brother & May Peace Be With You. Sending Prayers Of Comfort To Your Family, Friends & Loved Ones.

Leslie

December 27, 2018

Oh Michelle, grandma and I are so sorry

Jennifer Tucker

December 27, 2018

Sending love and sympathy to his family. Mr. D was one of my favorite teachers. He helped me understand in class and really cared about his students. I appreciated how he went out of his way to help anyone. Thank you ❤

Terry ReevesHanger

December 27, 2018

All the funny stories about him and Ken McCleery..

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