Gary L. Groves, 61, of Bloomingdale, Ohio died Thursday, February 20, 2014 at Trinity West ER. He was born in Steubenville, OH on July 24, 1952 a son of the late Gene and Lillian Johnston Groves. He retired from Weirton Steel as an instrument repairman in the fuel department after 35 years of service and was currently working at Dover Chemical for the last seven years. He served in the Army. Gary was a member of the Model Train Club, former Barbershop Quartet, LaBelle View Church of Christ and was a lifelong member of 4-H where he served as an advisor. Gary was a loving husband and father and loved to collect trains and toy tractors. Surviving are his wife of 26 years Sheila Cluff Groves whom he married on October 4, 1986; son Christopher Groves of Bloomingdale, OH; daughter Kelsey (fiancé William Saxton) Groves of Bloomingdale, OH; father and mother-in-law Joe and Margie Cluff of Blanchester, OH; two brother-in-laws Dan Cluff of Blanchester, OH and Joe (Dollie) Cluff of Quincy, KY and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope – Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville on Sunday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 5 p.m. with Minister Joe Cluff, his father-in-law, officiating. Entombment at Union Cemetery.
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09/03/2024
Jay Schwartz
My deepest sympathy to your family. I was fortunate to have worked with Gary for several years at Dover Chemical. Gary was a wonderful person who will be missed.
09/03/2024
Natalie Johnston Doty
sorry to hear Gary is gone....prayers for your family
09/03/2024
Sharon Wilson
Sheila and family, Bob and I send our deepest sympathies. We are sorry for your loss and that we were unable to be with you at Gary's service. Always keep your memories as a family close to your heart. With Christian love, Bob and Sharon Wilson
09/03/2024
Ed and Janie Wittmer
Our deepest sympathy to the Groves family. So sorry to hear too late to pay my respects in person. Gary was a great guy and will be missed by many.
09/03/2024
Cary and Sharon McCarty
Gary was a great guy. I really enjoyed working with him. Will sure miss him. Our deepest sympathy.
09/03/2024
BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR.
KIM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER OUR LOVE THE BURKE SULLIVAN FAMILY GUMP'S LANE.
09/03/2024
Margaret pomento Carroll
Dearest sheila,Christopher and Kelsie... My deepest sympathies to you all you will remain in my prayers. Love hugs and many thought and memories go out to you Margaret
09/03/2024
Darlene McKinley
DEAR GROVES FAMILY, Please accept my most sincere condolences at the passing of your loved one. What a GREAT guy he was. I worked in the mill with Gary and his Dad. Both perfect Gentlemen May God bless you with your wonderful memories Love, Darlene ole Weirton Steel friend 54325
09/03/2024
Jim Hagy
It was a shock when I saw this I'll admit. I've known Gary and his family almost all my life. We would hike along the tracks and enjoy each others company. Many a night we would come home VERY late from model railroad club meetings. My deepest sympathies go out to Sheila and the whole family. He will be very missed! May God Bless!! Jim Hagy
09/03/2024
Dora Fisher
Sheila and Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Gary. Although I had never met him, I am sure you all loved him dearly. I wish I could be there for you but distance keeps us apart and I am incredibly sorry for that. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending all my love and hugs for you at this time of lose of your loved one.
09/03/2024
Kim Groves
Love you with all my heart & soul brother! Going to miss you awfully bad. Love from your little sister!
09/03/2024
Larry Caniff
We had a lot of great times together in the 70's and 80's going to train shows. Miss u Gary. Your friend, Larry
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