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David Gruber Obituary
David A. Gruber, age 47, of Appleton, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, July 12, 2015. He was born to David W. Gruber and Marge (McKeown) Rath on December 31, 1967 in Appleton. He enjoyed working with computers and had a great sense of humor, he loved making people laugh. He was born in Wisconsin, but his heart is in California, having lived out there for 20 years, he recently returned home to his mom.
He is survived by; his mother, Marge (Charles) Rath, his father, David W. Gruber, his son, Eric Gruber, brother and sisters; Richard Gruber, Angel Gruber and Tammi Gruber, nieces and nephew; Robert, Autumn, Amikah, Katrina and Tifiny, and his long-time, devoted friend, Michael Petersen. David is further survived by many aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.
Preceding him in death are his grandparents and his sister, Christina Gruber.
Funeral services for David will be held at 3:00pm, Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Valley Funeral Home, 2211 N. Richmond St, Appleton. Visitation will be held from 1:00pm until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established by his family.
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Memories and Condolences
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Todd Larson
March 16, 2019
David I only knew you for a short time but your will always have a p.ace in my heart
Rudy Galindo
July 15, 2015
Be at peace, David. You made life fun for me. Thank you for loving me and taking me in when you did. I'm glad I met you and came here from Los Angeles with you.
July 15, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Michael Petersen
July 14, 2015
Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Mark Johnson
July 14, 2015
My heart goes out to all who knew David. He was so special to everyone. My deepest sympathies to the Gruber Family and Michael Petersen. David's spirit will live with us all forever.
lisa fitzgerald
July 14, 2015
My prayers are with the Gruber family and friends. David held a special place in my heart. He was always part of our family. And we have many happy memories with David may he be at peace now . We will miss him .
Love Lisa (Petersen) Fitzgerald
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