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John GROEBNER Obituary

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa Age 69 years, of Oakdale Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Jan. 3, 2013. Preceded in death by father Howard. Much loved husband of Barbara nee Braun. Father of Mary Carter (Bob), Daniel (Jordan) and Jane Burrows (Bob). Proud Grandpa of Samantha, Ryan, Olivia and Ave. also mother Mildred and father-in law George Braun. Brother of Jerry, Mary Kastner, Dolores Dailey, Jim and Carolyn Bergeson. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013 at 11:00am from TRANSFIGURATION CATHOLIC CHURCH 6133 15th St. Oakdale. Visitation at Church Tuesday from 9:30am until the time of Mass. Interment Union Cemetery. Proud alumnus of Cretin High School "Class of 1961" In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Cretin High School or donor's choice. Maple Oaks/ Phalen Park Funeral Home 651-738-2198

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 6, 2013.

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Jari Chapman (Mehr)

February 12, 2013

Barb, My heart broke when I heard of your loss.
The 2 of you are an example of what a great marriage is. You can hear that he is in a better place, but I would rather tell you that It is easier and more realistic to hear, that you would prefer that wonderful man in your life right back next to you. so please, be good to yourself, and reach out for whatever you need to work through it all. Please extend my condolences to Mary and Jane (Dan too) I know it has been many years, but I will always remember Jack as the forty-something Dad out mowing the grass in his brown socks and sandles! Just the way a family should be. Many Blessings to you all!
Jari Chapman (Mehr) and Kelsy Chapman ( she is big now!)

Roxanne Smetana

January 13, 2013

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with John for several seasons at the Minnesota Dept. of Revenue. He was a great co-worker.

Michael Giuliani

January 10, 2013

John well be remembered as a sports data base of information on baseball,and football.Twins, Vikings,Wild,Wolves,Gophers and of course Cretin.The two of us were never lost for words when it came to our sport teams.Grubs I'll keep the conversation going. I well miss you, we all well.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Michael A. Giuliani

ron goblisch

January 8, 2013

sorry for your loss...may god bless john and his family

Greg Mallak

January 8, 2013

Dan / family, I am very sorry for your loss. I send my prayers to you / your family at this difficult time.

Mike Wold

January 8, 2013

We in the Cretin Class of '61 will sure miss Jack. He was great guy who embodied all of the good values of this class.I feel honored to have known him.
Mike Wold
Cretin Class of '61

Jason Mereness

January 7, 2013

Sorry for your loss Dan. Hope you are surrounded by family and friends during this time. Hope to see you again soon.

Paul Vasterling

January 7, 2013

Our sincere condolances to the family. Jack and I spent many years together, St. Andrew's, Cretin and beyond. We played hockey and baseball together. I saw Jack at our 50th Cretin Highschool reunion last year and was glad we spent time together reminicsing. He is in better hands. God Bless you all.

Betty Schramel

January 7, 2013

Barb and Family,
I am sorry to hear about Jack's death. Condolences to your family.

John Miller

January 6, 2013

My condolences to all. I will remember John as a dedicated and great mentor as I started my career at GNB. A person you could look to to provide answers with honesty and patience. He will be missed.

Dan St Martin

January 6, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. I played some hockey with Jack in Como Park and at Cretin. Jack was a good player and very friendly.

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