Wayne Gronberg

Wayne Gronberg obituary

Wayne Gronberg

Wayne Gronberg Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Leamon Funeral Home - Lena on Jul. 30, 2025.

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Lena- Wayne Gronberg, age 71, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, May 11, 2025. He was born on December 21, 1953, in Elgin, IL to John and Hilda (Impema) Gronberg. He spent his early childhood in Stillman Valley, IL on the family farm. He married Sharon Burchfield on January 24, 1997, in Rockford, IL. Wayne drove a truck for Foley's Transportation. He enjoyed fishing in the local Illinois and Wisconsin area, field work and farming and helping herd cattle. He also enjoyed landscaping and growing a vegetable garden at his home. Wayne was a very social guy making friends wherever he went. He is survived by his wife Sharon of Lena, 4 children: Chris (Scott Corey) Gronberg, Wendy Kremkoski, Greg (Linda) Kremkoski and Jenny (Dewayne Amundson) Turner. Numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 2 brothers; Al (Nancy) Gronberg and John Gronberg Jr. 2 sisters; Linda Hough and Janet (Vick) Sadewater. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Tom Hough. Per Wayne's request there will be no services held. A memorial has been established in his memory.

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