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Daniel Grusak Obituary
Jul 6, 1948 - Aug 17, 2024
LAKE STATION, IN - Daniel L. Grusak, age 76, of Lake Station passed away suddenly Saturday, August 17, 2024. He was born July 6, 1948, in Gary, IN to the late Andrew and Fern (Hero) Grusak. He was a retiree of US Steel Sheet and Tin Mill, and a retired Lake Station Volunteer Fire Fighter. He enjoyed attending the Maria Reiner Senior Center, he was also a member of the SOAR Club. He was a devoted member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hobart.
Daniel is survived by his sons: Keith (Jacqueline) Grusak of Union Mills, Eric (Jill) Grusak of Highland, and Bob (Annie) Grusak of Hobart; six grandchildren: Heather, Gavin, Raeann, Abigail, Joely, and Liliana; three great-grandchildren: Aidan, Samantha, and Carter; two sisters: Annie (Carl) Bellini, and Janet Grusak; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 50 plus years, Paulette Brown Grusak; sister, Vera "Tootsie" Hadaday, and brother, Andrew Grusak.
Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel 5341 Central Avenue Portage, IN 46368. Rev. Nathan Kramer will officiate. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until time of service at 4:00 p.m. Daniel will be cremated and his ashes interred in Calvary Cemetery in Portage.
In lieu of flowers donations are preferred to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org, or Plant a tree in Daniel's Memory.
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Marie Pilnock
September 4, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dan´s passing. He was always a good friend of the Pilnock family and a good role model. Prayers and condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Matt and Chas Bolkovatz
August 25, 2024
We are sending all of you so much love and courage to move through life without your dad. He was a great guy!! Many condolences. Love, Matt, Chas, Payton, Evan and Anika
Shawn Heims
August 24, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Linda Sandrey
August 23, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Joan Kelsey
August 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss, keeping your family in our prayers.
The Kelsey Family
Linda Sandrey
August 20, 2024
I just seen Dan 3 weeks ago at the class reunion picnic. We agreed to see each other real soon. I am so sorry for your loss in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Jeanne Ellis
August 20, 2024
Big Dan was an awesome guy! He will be missed. There's great memories of him and Paulette as our neighbors.
Collins Family
August 20, 2024
Will remember His honorable ways to all.
Donation: Salvation Army
Nick & Jan Georgion
August 20, 2024
Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and give you strength and comfort at this difficult time. May memories of him forever warm your hearts.
Camille Twilla
August 20, 2024
Dear Aunt Janet, our sincere condolences go out to you and Annie at this time. May prayers of comfort surround you. David and Camille Twilla
Dave Gerbick
August 20, 2024
Keith and family,
I'm sorry to hear about your father.
I remember you talking about him when we worked together.
That's a nice picture of him that your family chose.
Dan and Peggy Mock
August 19, 2024
Deepest condolences to the Grusak Family. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.
Ben & Sis Williams
August 19, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. RIP BIG DAN. Prayers to all your Families & Friends Ben & Sis Williams
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2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368
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24
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Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368
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