Arthur Grove Obituary

Grove, Arthur Scott Arthur Scott Grove, age 90, a longtime resident of Wheaton died Friday, May 27 at Windsor Park Manor in Carol Stream, IL with the comforting presence of his daughter and son by his side. Scott was born on August 27, 1920 to Arthur and Bessie Grove in Wenatchee, WA. He was raised in Wheaton and graduated from Wheaton High School. Scott's military service to his country spanned 37 years. He was a veteran of World War II, serving 15 months in the Pacific Theatre. Following his World War II service, he was honorably discharged to reserve status on January 29, 1946. He was returned to active duty March 10, 1951 to July 12, 1952 during the Korean War and again October 28, 1962 to November 27, 1962 during the Cuban missile crisis. Scott had continuous active and reserve duty service from his enlistment on November 3, 1942 until his mandatory retirement on August 27, 1980 at the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. Scott was born into a U.S. Postal Service family so it was natural that he began work at the Wheaton Post Office soon after high school. It was on one of his mail routes that he met the love of his life and beautiful future wife, Helen, to whom he was thoroughly devoted. He rejoined the Wheaton Post Office after the end of the war and remained until retiring as Assistant Postmaster in 1976. The love and respect for his country never left him. He truly was a part of the "Greatest Generation" and will be missed by all who knew him. Scott attended the Wheaton Evangelical Free Church where he served as a greeter until his 90th birthday. Scott and Helen were charter members of the church's adult bible class, Kupples Klass. After retiring, Scott became an avid bicyclist. Each summer he would easily surpass 1000 miles riding along the Illinois Prairie Path. He had many biking buddies and his children, grandchildren, and nephews loved to join him whenever possible. Bikes were brought from California, Ohio, Texas, and Wisconsin to ride the path with him. Scott enjoyed gardening throughout much of his life. His spacious yard allowed for a large vegetable garden and many fruit trees. He continued caring for his yard himself up until last summer. Scott began woodworking in high school. Each of his children has at least one item that he made during his high school years. He passed his love and expertise of this craft to his oldest son who continues making functional and artistic pieces. Scott was preceded in death by his precious wife of 57 years, Helen (Oberg) and their treasured son, Jimmy. He is survived by two sons, Jerry (Lisa) Grove of Seaside, OR and Ronald (Timberlee) Grove of Waukesha, WI; two daughters, Vickie (David Ryan) Grove of Houston, TX and Nancy (Gene) Mollenkamp of Dallas, TX; four grandchildren, Callyson and Breanna Grove and Andrew and Jolene Mollenkamp; three sisters, Phyllis Baker of Lakewood, CA, Barbara Weir of Peachtree City, GA and Nancy Allen of Streator, IL; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Friday, June 3 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St. in Wheaton and again on Saturday at Wheaton Evangelical Free Church, 520 E. Roosevelt Rd. in Wheaton from 9:00 am until the funeral service at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Wheaton Cemetery. Family and friends may sign a guest book at hultgrenfh.com. For more information, please call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 2, 2011.
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To Scott's family,

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your dear Father. I learned so much more about him from your lovely obituary. Thank you for writing about his life so beautifully.

I met your Father when I was hired at the Wheaton Post Office in 1972. He was a manager that I respected because he was so knowledgeable, and he was so fair. He held all of us to the same high standard.

I was sad when he retired, and as I moved on in my postal career, I thought of him often and would wonder how he was doing.

Years ago, my Dad and Scott, who didn't know one another, ended up in the waiting room of the old Suburban Buick dealership while they waited for their cars to be serviced. They started talking and realized they were both WWII veterans. When Scott said he had retired from the Wheaton Post Office, my Dad mentioned his daugher had worked there before moving to CO. in 1980. When Scott realized he knew me, he asked my Dad to have me contact him. I called and wrote and we stayed in touch sporadically to talk about the "good old days".

I was in Wheaton this last week, and decided to call him, as I just retired after 38 years of service and wanted to share this news with him. Regrettably and sadly, I found out that I had just missed his funeral.

Please forgive this lengthy entry but I do have such fond memories of the great man that was your Father.

LaMese Hurrell-Coupe

June 9, 2011

Ron,
So sorry to learn today that you lost your father. This is a wonderful story of his life. My best to you and your family as you remember him as you knew him best. You're a great GE guy to work with and I'm sure his finest qualities have been instilled in you and your family over your life. Making it to 90 is impressive. Remember him well.

Marcia Jandzio

June 7, 2011

I just heard the news and sending my sympathies. Had I known I would have come to the service. Sallie , Alice Foulis's granddaughter.

Sallie Sauer

June 4, 2011

I've never met a member of Scott's family, but I've prayed for some of you! I first met Scott as one of the faithful few praying men that met every Tuesday morning at 7 AM at WEFC, for many years - just before he would go "...down to Streeter to see my sister". He was an exceptionally kind and dear man, with a fun sense of humor. Scott also served his Lord and his church as a door greeter for many years, even as he approached 90. We will miss his kind welcome at the East door, but rejoice with him as he meets his beloved Lord Jesus with no more pains!

Daniel Sullivan

June 3, 2011

Dear Grove Family,
I worked with Scott at the Post Office and also delivered his mail on Pershing.I want to express my sympathies to his family and friends - and may he rest in peace.

Tony Spilotro
Gilbert, AZ

Tony - Bette Spilotro

June 2, 2011

CMSgt Arthur Grove was a force to be reckoned with while serving many, many years of military duty with the 928th Tactical Airlift Group at O'Hare ARFF. He was a dedicated and honorable soldier. Our sympathies go out to his family and friends.

Judy Reaves

June 2, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to you. We did not have the pleasure of knowing your father,
but knew of him - his dedication and service to the Lord. He was a wonderful example of faithfully serving God's people for so many years.

Larry and Fran Cormany
Wheaton Evangelical Free Church members

Frances Cormany

June 2, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Hultgren Family and Staff

June 2, 2011

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