William Roy "Bill" Groetsch

We often think of you Heather and the good times & adventures that we shared . It was unfortunate that your dad passed at such a young age and we are sorry that we never met him. All the best to you and your Mom.

I graduated with Bill. I really remember his positive energy and looking for the good way to do something: both right and fun!
My sympathies to his family and friends, I hadn't seen him in quite some time.

Carol and family,

We are so sorry to hear this and want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Much Love,
Eric, Jo, Emily and Dex Barstad

Groetsch family,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss, Bill was one of the classiest and nicest person I've ever been around.

There are no words for this. The best I can come up with is I am deeply sorry and my heart is breaking for your loss. May God be with you every step of the way. Gretchen

Heather I am so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your father. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers!!

Heather,

I am so sorry for your loss.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Heather & Tyler,
My thoughts are with you and your family. Sending you love and comfort during this difficult time.
Tara xo

Heather, I am so sorry about the loss of your dad. I have been thinking about you non stop and praying that God will give you strength during this difficult time. Your dad always had a smile on his face and brought so much charisma to every room he walked into. He truly set an example of how to live life for us all.

Thinking of you my friend.

I met wille through a dear friend. Steve Fritzke.
I liked him right away. He was a good man. My wife met him not too long ago and we both will pray for family and all friends. God bless.
Charlie and Pam Tsatsos.

Bill always brought a smile to my face when I was around him. A great guy.

Heather we are saddened by the passing of your Father and offer you our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your Mother , please pass along our deepest regrets to her. We know that we`ve never had the opportunity to meet your dad we would`ve gotten along very well I`m sure. You always spoke so highly of him, he must have been great family man. You can count on Debbie and I for support upon your return if you need to. Take care , we`ll see you soon.

Jean & Debbie

Heather & Tyler- We were saddened to hear of your Dad's sudden passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy- Ken & Judy Hills

So sorry for your great loss.........he was a great friend to Steve F.

Heather
I know how much your father meant to you. You will forever hold his memories and those memories will live on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Victoria

Carol and Heather,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have known Bill since way back in the Hopkins days and his Enthusiasm for life was infectious to all of those around him.
God Bless,
Bruce, Susie and Tommy Carstens

Carol and Heather -
Our deepest sympathies are with you during this difficult time. Bill touched so many lives with his kindness and giving. The boys always had a story to share whenever Bill came to visit the St. Therese first graders.

God Bless and Stay Strong!

The Awes Family

Heather and Carol,
My heart has been breaking over and over for you since Friday. I am so sorry you have to endure this incredible pain. His unforgettable spirit lives on within both of your hearts; a permanent resurrection. I am grateful for the visions of Bill's joyous reunions in heaven.
With Love and Prayers always,
Molly and Family

Heather
Although I did not know your father personally, I did enjoy hearing about him and your family during our travels together.
Knowing how much he meant to you, and the family love you shared, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared for, and loved.
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Heather, my thoughts are with you and your mom right now. It is so sad that you've been touched once again by tragedy. May you find comfort in the many memories you have of your dad.

Carol and Heather,
I can't believe this news is real! Bill was such a bright light, full of fun and energy. He will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My love is with you. Marcia

I will never forget Mr. Groetsch's visit to my first grade classroom as a train conductor. Even 16 years later, I still remember the overalls, engineer's cap and train whistle like it was yesterday. His energy and enthusiasm that day meant the world to a group of 7-year-olds. I can only imagine how much more he meant to his family.

Mrs. Groetsch & family: you are in my thoughts. Sending love your way.

Our deepest condolences to you and the entire family. We are all thinking of you up here in Toronto and want you to know we are here for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Mike and Stephanie

Dear Carol and Heather,
We are so sorry to hear about Bill. He touched so many lives, including ours. He will always be in our hearts. We have been talking about his amazing crane machine abilities, the many times he went as a train conductor to entertain the kids, and so many little moments that will always remain with us.

So very sorry for your loss. Bill was a truly kind and compassionate person. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carole and Heather

Our family feels your loss deeply. May all the love around you help fill the void. Your friends are here for you always.

The Harris Family - rachel Paul Celia Luke Nick and Jacob

Dear Carol and Heather, Ursula and I offer our thoughts, prayers and Masses at this sad time. Our memories of Bill and your family help us as we know they do you. Love Chuck and Ursula Dimler

Bill was a wonderful neighbor. He was always willing to help anyone that needed help. He was so hardworking. I will always remember seeing Bill take such great care of the house and yard with such efficiency. I was always so impressed at how he made a big job look so easy, and tried to learn from him, just by seeing how he got things done. Our neighborhood will never be the same without Bill.

Hi Heather
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. It is inconceivable that he has gone. We all had such a great time at your place when he cooked the braized meat for the BBQ, his specialty, to perfection I might add. He was so proud of his culinary "delight". I am sitting here at home just shaking my head. What a shock it must be for you and your family. You have my heartfelt sympathy. When I told Melanie, she began to cry out of sympathy for you and your family and we remembered how much fun we all had at the last BBQ we were all at. So sorry!!!

So sorry to hear of Bill's sudden passing on Friday. He seemed to always have a gracious and fun demeanor no matter what life was throwing his way. My prayers go out to Bill and all those love him so dearly.

Carol, Heather and family.

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He easily tops the list for being the kindest and most thoughtful person I knew. He was the real deal.