Gary Lee Groce 75 passed away peacefully in his home on August 8, 2021, in Mesa Arizona. Gary was born on December 29, 1945, in St Joseph Missouri to Betty Groce.
Gary attended Lafayette high school in St Joseph, Missouri prior to enlisting in the United States Air Force for 4 years serving 1 year tour in Vietnam.
Gary passed away in the loving arms of his wife Sharon Groce. Gary is preceded in death by his daughter Trisha Groce, Gary was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Gary is survived by his wife Sharon Groce, children Ricky (Laura), Ronald (Sheelagh), and Kimberly (Jason). Grandchildren Jenna, Kayla, Cortney, Brandon, Tyler, and Breanna. Great Grand Children, Aiden, Carson, Revven.
Gary was a family man, handyman, manly man, traveling man and his sense of humor was only exceeded by his good looks, as Gary would often say. Gary was a huge Elvis fan, so it is fitting he had an “Elvis Exit” (ask family for details). He was known by his great grandchildren as the “Great One” and Aiden loved it when he called him Little Bozo.
He will be greatly missed by so many who loved him dearly.
My heart is with you. He is with Aunt Betty and Trish with their loving arms around him. I’ll keep you in my prayers and I’m only a phone call away love you all!
I hadn’t seen Gary in so many years it’s hard to recall how long. I am so very sorry for your loss “Sherry” , Rick, Ron , Kim and family. My thoughts are with you all and prayers as well. My Mom thought the world of him and always said “ That Gary Lee! He always remembers to call me.” It meant a lot to her and my Dad. He will be remembered by our family. God Bless.
We are so sorry for your loss. Lots of hugs and prayers Mike, Kelly, Chris,Julie,Lisa and Lori groce
My thoughts and prayers are with you all hugs from ga. Teddy and Virginia Dennis.
My heart goes out to you all. Gary was a great man.
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Rick Groce
Poppy you were such an amazing man. Thank you for being the glue to our family and raising me to know right from wrong even if I strayed. You were such an intelligent and caring man. I will miss you for ever and love you for always.