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Gene Groves

Passed 12/27/2010

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Obituary For Gene Groves

Gene Groves, 84, of Wintersville died Monday, December 27, 2010 at Dixon Health Care Center.  He was born in Steubenville, OH on August 11, 1926 a son of the late Lester and Dorothy Barnhart Groves.  He was retired from Weirton Steel as a instrument repairman in the fuel department and served in the Army Air Corp during WWII.  Gene was a member of Wintersville U.M. Church, Methodist Mens, Adult Sunday School Class, Golden Boys Breakfast Club, Lions Club, Promise Keepers,  Masonic Lodge 45 F&AM, Steubenville Shrine Club, American Legion Post 557.  Preceded in death by his wife Lillian “Sis” Johnston Groves.  Survived by son Gary (Sheila) Groves of Bloomingdale, OH; daughter Kim Groves of Wintersville; brother Robert (Becky) Groves of Virginia; grandchildren Christopher and Kelsey.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Wednesday from 5p.m. until time of service at 8p.m. with Rev. Clint Quillen officiating.  Burial at Union Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Crippled Children or American Red Cross. Masonic services Wednesday, 5:30p.m.                                                                         

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  • 09/03/2024

    Stan Simich

    Gary,so sorry about your father,he was quite a character.I think he had a good life.I was on niteturn 12 hours and couldn't make over.I think of you often,and hope everyone is doing find.God Bless

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and Sharon Wilson

    Dear Gary and Sheila and family, We are saddened to learn of the death of Gary's father. Losing someone during the Christmas season is difficult as I know having lost my mother the day after Christmas in 2009. We pray you will be comforted by good memories and God's love for you. Sharon and Bob Wilson

  • 09/03/2024

    jan, lala, lisa, jayma, tessa

    From the ultrasound dept at trinity we send our deepest sympathy to you family__--attn kim groves. Love and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    jan elliott

    Kimmy, we are so sorry to hear about your fathers passing. If u need anything please let us know. We love you. Rich, jan, and kylie elliott. Sympathy to you and your family.

  • 09/03/2024

    BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR.

    WHAT A MAN. SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS SUCH A INTERESTING PERSON.HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME IN YOUR LIFE.MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU COMFORT AND PEACE AT THIS TIME.IN CHRIST THE SULLIVAN FAMILY.

  • 09/03/2024

    Francie and Walter Gross

    Dear Kim, Gary, Sheila and children, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I know you will miss him very much. God bless and give you all peace. Francie and Walter Gross

  • 09/03/2024

    Scott Armstrong

    Gary & Family, our deepest sympathies in this difficult time. Know that God is with you. Sincerely, Your friends at Dover Chemical

  • 09/03/2024

    Joe and Margie Cluff

    Gary and Kim and family; We send our synpathy for the loss of a loved one. Our prayers are with you and may God guide you and bless you. Love You Joe and Margie

  • 09/03/2024

    Jo-Dell Yarosz

    The entire staff at Dixon's wishes to express their deepest sympathy. Eugene will be sadly missed at our facility. GOD BLESS The Staff at Dixon's

  • 09/03/2024

    Janet & Tim Grimes

    Kim & Family, We are sorry for your loss. We have some very special memories to cherish of Gene as we are sure you do too. We were always grateful for his kindness to us. We are praying for all of you. Love, Janet and Tim

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