Nicholas Steven Gruber

Nicholas Steven Gruber obituary, Bridgeville, DE

Nicholas Steven Gruber

Nicholas Gruber Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Parsell Funeral Homes-Atkins-Lodge Chapel - Lewes on Jul. 13, 2023.

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Nicholas "Nick" Steven Gruber, age 31 of Lewes, DE, passed away Monday July 10, 2023. He was born January 17, 1992, in Baltimore MD, son of Richard and Stacey Gruber.
Nick was employed by Schell Brothers, where he worked as the Senior Videographer. He was a 2010 graduate of North Caroll High School in Hampstead, MD and a 2014 graduate of Marymount University in Arlington, VA. While at Marymount, Nick excelled as a two-sport athlete in soccer and lacrosse and met the love of his life and future wife, Alexis.
Nick loved the outdoors, spending countless hours at the beach skimboarding and surfing. When he wasn't at the beach, he was hiking with his dogs, snowboarding, skateboarding, exploring abandoned properties, adding to his extensive record collection, going to concerts to see his favorite bands, and travelling with his wife, Alexis. No matter what he was doing, he always had a camera in his hand.
To know Nick was to love him, his larger-than-life personality, his infectious smile, and his uncanny ability to strike up conversations with anyone and everyone endeared him to all who crossed his path.
Nick was preceded in death by his grandfathers: Michael Gruber and Louis J. Pucci; and his beloved pets Kevin and Janis Hoplin. He is survived by his devoted wife of 5 years, Alexis Shaak-Gruber; his parents: Stacey and Richard Gruber of Hampstead, MD; his brother, Casey Gruber (Beatrice) of Denver CO; his sister, Maggie Gruber-Silcott (Braden) of Melbourne, FL; his maternal grandmother, Bunny S. Pucci of Baltimore, MD; his paternal grandmother, Marion Gruber of Baltimore, MD; his in-laws: Timothy and Cheryl Shaak of Brielle, NJ; his many aunts, uncles and cousins; and his faithful dogs: Fitzgerald and Gus.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at 5:00 PM, at Parsell Funeral Home & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes DE, where friends may visit beginning at 2:00 PM.
In remembrance of Nick's life, donations may be made to the Surfrider Foundation, Delaware Chapter, www.surfrider.org.
Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.
FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE DELIVER ALL ARRANGEMENTS BY 10:00 AM, WEDNESDAY, JULY 19, 2023, TO OUR LEWES LOCATION.

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July 19, 2023

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Fran Rosenblatt

July 19, 2023

Sending condolences to the family of Nick. I´m so sorry to read this terrible news.
May Nicks memory be a blessing.

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The OConnor Family

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The O'Connor Family

July 18, 2023

Nick made Bea and Casey's wedding so special. We were immediately drawn to his warmth and kindness. His love for his family was abundantly clear. Our hearts are broken for all who loved him.

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Gregg and Lisa Nibbelink

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Adela Hamilton

July 14, 2023

Stacy & Rich, Our Deepest Sympathy & Condolences on the passing of your Son Nick. We have many soccer memories both high school and travel team.


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Kim Dolch

July 13, 2023

I so very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Nick each and everyday at NCHS. He could always make me smile! I will keep your families in my thoughts and prayers. Fondly, Kim Dolch

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