Gerald H. Grover

RUSHFORDGerald "Jerry" H. Grover, 82 of Rushford, died Thursday, October 8, 2015 in Rushford.Jerry was born April 23, 1933 to George and Mabel (Kriese) Grover in LaCrosse, WI. He graduated from Rushford High School in 1951and continued on to complete a degree at Dunwoody Institute. On March 15, 1958 he married Diane Anderson in Peterson, MN. Together they raised four children, Joan, Barb, Karen, and Bill. Jerry retired from River Architects in LaCrosse after many years of service. Some of Jerry's favorite activities included building things, reading, gardening, going on walks, and all things outdoors. Jerry was also known as a man of habit. In 2001, he was able to take a trip of a lifetime to South Korea with his granddaughter Cami to visit his brother Don. Jerry was known to be a loving family man who taught his children to be thankful for what they have and care for people less fortunate than themselves. He was an encouraging man who found his family very important to him. Jerry will be greatly missed. Jerry is survived by his wife Diane of 57 years; Children: Joan (Burt) Benson, Barb (Greg) Cwikla, Karen (Lance Holzer) Grover, and Bill (Judi) Grover; Grandchildren: Kellie, Sam, Meredith, Trent (Alesha), Trevor, Tristan, Albina, Cami (Aaron), Alexia, Troy, and Ryan (Katrina); Great-Grandchildren, Clinton, Sophia, Tavius, Corbin, Isaac, Ava, Jackson, and one on the way; Brother: Don (Verna) Grover, and many extended family members.He is preceded in death by his parents and two infant granddaughters. Services for Jerry will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at Rushford Lutheran Church with the Reverend Roger Michaelson officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church. Jerry will be laid to rest at Rushford Lutheran Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to donor's choice.
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