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Steven Gruca Obituary

Gruca, Steven S. Retired Deputy Chief of the Cook County Adult Probation Department. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Budziak) Gruca; loving father of Kyle and Collin Gruca; dear son of Irene (nee Grodecki) and the late Stanley Gruca; and brother of Constance (William) Kuecher; cherished brother-in-law of Karen (Dennis) Reid and Richard (Valerie) Budziak; fond uncle, cousin and friend of many. Visitation Sunday from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Chapel prayers Monday, 11:30 a.m. at the Kerry Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights proceeding to Saint Alexander Church, Mass 12:00 p.m., Noon. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter, 220 West Huron Street, Suite 4003, Chicago, IL 60654 would be appreciated. (708)361-4235 ~ www.kerryfh.com ~ www.facebook.com/kerryfuneral

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 31, 2014.
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Steve was a great friend to all in our old neighborhood. My brother Keith and the rest of the boys would be in Westlawn Park playing baseball. This has been a tragic loss for you Connie. Time has gone so quickly and it is hard to believe it's been a year since we lost him.

Karen Schumacher

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October 25, 2019

I am very sorry for your loss Mrs. Gruca and family. I use to work with Mr. Steve at the APD. I just found this out through a mutual former co-worker. With my deepest condolences. Tracy Roth-Myers.

Tracy Roth-Myers

November 9, 2014

So sorry to hear about Steve. He always held a special place in my heart. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.

Nancy Zotto Vanek

November 1, 2014

Barbara, so sorry for your losses. Your mother, father and now your Husband.

David Kos

November 1, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing.We lived in a great neighborhood growing up around Westlawn Park. What a happy time. Now it once again to reunite as friends and neighbors to give comfort to his family and loved ones. May God give his friends and family peace and strength during this most difficult time.
Karen Wallock

October 31, 2014

So sorry to here of Steve's passing. I first worked with Steve when the APD Home Confinement Unit was created, and years later he was our Deputy Chief in Maywood. Steve was always kind and respectful. I enjoyed talking with Steve about the bands from the 60's and 70's, I remember he liked Led Zeppelin. We will truly miss him! My condolences to Steve's family and friends!

Mary Jane Parrilli

October 31, 2014

Steve was a great boss and friend. My condolences to his family.

Dindy Jones

October 31, 2014

You were a good and decent person. I learned a lot from you when you were my Deputy Chief at 26th and California. You were all about your family and listening to you talk about them really made you proud. Rest in peace my friend. You suffer no more.

Marty Denten

October 31, 2014

Barb I am so very sorry for your loss, prays and hugs to you.

Jean Tobin

October 30, 2014

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