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David Grote Obituary
Born: November 18, 1942; in Kimball, NE
Died: May 13, 2019; in McHenry, IL
David M. Grote, 76, of Harvard, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital in McHenry.
David was born November 18, 1942 to John and Janice (Umphenour) Grote in Kimball, NE. He grew up in Kimball and Bushnell, NE until 1952. The family then moved to Lingle, WY where he graduated in 1960. He participated in football, band, and wrestling.
After graduation he enlisted in the US Navy at the age of 17. He served on active duty for 22 years before retiring. David used his Navy training and degrees in education and electronics to pursue work as a technical writer, electronic instructor, and calibration specialist.
David married Judith Vioski on December 27, 1978. They enjoyed traveling, riding motorcycles, flying in their plane, volunteering, and just being together.
He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Carol (Karen); a sister, Carol (Bill); grandchildren, Brittany (James), Megan (Asgon); great grandchildren, Mility, Lucas, and Zane.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Dolores; and his brother, Richard.
A visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at the Schneider Leucht Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, 1211 N. seminary Avenue, Woodstock. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 17, 2019 at the St. Mary Catholic Church, 312 Lincoln Avenue, Woodstock. Military Honors will be rendered in Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Woodstock following the Mass.
For information contact the funeral home at 815-338-1710 or slmcfh.com.
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Barry Hendrix
June 7, 2019
Dave and I served together in VA-86 aboard USS America 1972-74. He was a great guy and we were friends for 45 years. He attended the Navy squadron reunions in Jacksonville, Memphis and Branson in recent years. Always smiling and kind! He was truly a great American!
Rex Hall
June 7, 2019
❤ respect and Love have always been my feelings for Dave. Happy sails my friend. Rex
Ed Blevins
June 6, 2019
David and I worked together during the 1972 WESPAC VA-86 cruise. He was such a great guy and a good friend! Just hearing his name brings back lots of good memories. This news just breaks my heart.......
June 6, 2019
Our condolences to David's family and many loved ones. Rest assured, he is in good hands.
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Barbara Geittmann
May 18, 2019
Judy: I was shocked to come upon David's obit while looking at fruend's father's notice. I am so sorry for your loss. David was a very sweet guy and you both were great neighbors. I have lived is SC for almost a year now. Feel free to email me @ [email protected]. Again, I am so sorry.
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