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John Groth Obituary
October 16, 1924
February 9, 2015
John Henry Groth passed away peacefully on February 9, 2015. His intellect, wit, and kindness to everyone made the world a brighter place. He was loved by all who were fortunate to know him. He was an avid golfer and his hobby was woodworking as he loved to help anyone on their home projects. His family meant everything to him, and he meant the world to all of them.
John Henry Groth was born on October 16, 1924 in Omaha, Nebraska to Albert and Nellie Groth. John served in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1946 and is a veteran of World War II. In 1947, he met the love of his life Kathryn (Kate) Rose Stanek. They married just four months later on June 7, 1947. John worked for Swift and Company both in Omaha Nebraska and Chicago Illinois for 32 years first and then worked for Bunge Corporation in Kankakee Illinois for 8 years. John and Katie raised their six children in Park Forest, Illinois.
He had survived his mother and father and all five of his brothers and sisters. John is survived by his loving wife Katie and his two sons and four daughters; Linda Holmes (Jeff), Nancy Groth, Greg Groth (Susan), Cary Groth, Patty Newbrough, John Groth (Anne). John is also survived by his many grandchildren who loved him dearly, Deana Holmes, JC Holmes, Joe Hamlin, Jack Hamlin, Kristin Hamlin, Katie Hamlin, Taylor Groth, Cody Groth, Hunter Newbrough, Dakota Newbrough, Jon Groth, Zach Groth, Erica Groth, and Drew Groth. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren Lucas, Ethan, Payton, Aidan, Dylan, and Carson. John also leaves behind his beloved dog, Augie.
A private service was held with immediate family. In memoriam, donations can be sent in John's name to The Canine Rehabilitation Center and Sanctuary, 555 US Hwy 395 North, Carson City, Nevada 89704
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Memories and Condolences
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JAN OWSLEY
February 18, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Hanna
February 12, 2015
John & Anne,
"I am so sorry to read about your father, you are both in my prayers and remembrance!"
Jill Sawin
February 12, 2015
Kate, Cary and family,
My sincerest condolences to all of you on the loss of John. I like to believe that when we lose someone close to us they still live through us and give us strength.
February 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with the Grote family in this times of grief. May the love of the most High God be with you.
Jan Anderson
February 12, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss...May you lean on God thru this difficult time...God's Blessings...
Pam Tyska
February 11, 2015
I am saddened to hear of John's passing. The fairways in heaven will be a bit busier! My sympathies to Katie and all the family!
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