Robert Groggel Obituary
Age 67, passed away Thursday morning, March 21, 2024. Bob was born in Kalamazoo on September 18, 1956, the son of Kurt H. and June M. (Prak) Groggel Jr. On June 2, 1979, he married Catherine "Cathy" Wagner who survives him. Bob worked as a pharmacy tech at Bronson Hospital and West Michigan Cancer Center. Bob played wheelchair basketball for over 30 years, having played on the U.S.A paralympic team, with which he traveled twice to England and once to Brazil where they won medals. He was a strong and determined individual who never let his disability get him down. Bob enjoyed reading and spent a lot of time at the library finding good books. He loved his family very much and was very proud of his son. Besides his wife, Bob is survived by a son, Benjamin (Stephanie) Groggel of Kalamazoo; siblings, Larry (Sue) Groggel, Linda (Bill) Dominguez, Bill (Dale) Groggel, Kurt Groggel III, Ken (Julie) Groggel, and Tim (Annette) Groggel; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews; and countless friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents.
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Sue. Walker
March 28, 2024
Kathy, prayers go out you and your son. Bob was a fighter and you were always there for him. He will always be remembered for his positive attitude.
Lynn Buthala
March 25, 2024
My condolences to Bobs wife Cathy and son. Bob was my first love, back in the 6th and 7th grade. He was sweet and quiet and a super nice guy. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for healing
Lynn Buthala
Linda Lalk
March 24, 2024
I will never forget working with Bob at the WMCC. He was such a hard worker, and never had anything negative to say. Praying for comfort for all who will miss him deeply.
John VanLiere
March 24, 2024
Trying to hit his fastball in little league
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Nancy Eaton
March 23, 2024
I am so sorry to hear that Bob passed away! I´ll keep you all in my prayers, and remember him fondly! My first date with John was to a wheelchair basketball game to watch Bob, those guys were nuts! Bob and Cathy were so good to our young family! I miss the times we spent together! Rest in peace Bob!
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