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Michael Groth

1953 - 2015

Michael Groth obituary, 1953-2015, Chicago, IL

BORN

1953

DIED

2015

Michael Groth Obituary

Groth, Michael William "Whitey" Passed away at University of Iowa Hospital on August 12, 2015 at the age of 62.Michael was predeceased by parents, Dorothy and Leo Groth. Michael is lovingly remembered by brother, Edward Groth of North Liberty, IA; sister, Phyllis Stolteben (Charles) of Bradenton, FL; along with his nephews and nieces, Robert Groth (Jenniffer), Michael Groth (Rachel) of Chicago, IL, Christine Page (Richard) of Sarasota, FL, Charles Stolteben Jr. (Beth) of Bradenton, FL; along with great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins and friends. Michael was born in Chicago, IL in 1953. Michael worked at Transo Envelope Co., Chicago, IL for 26 years after which he moved to North Liberty, IA. Michael will be cremated and there will be a private service with the family at a later date.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 13, 2015.

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jason bower

August 29, 2015

Sorry to hear of the families loss Ed and Mike where great neighbors they where always there willing to lend a helping hand or just talk and socialize

mark bensinger

August 19, 2015

Rest in Peace my Friend. "

mark bensinger

August 19, 2015

Rest in Peace my Friend."Great 12 years together at Transo, Envelope co. And all the Bars together. (Mark Bensinger)".

F and G Rich

August 13, 2015

Our sincere condolences to the Groth family for your loss. May the God of all understanding help guard your hearts and thoughts during this difficult time. Exodus 6:3

Ray Cord

August 13, 2015

Godspeed Whitey!

Arnie Franker

August 13, 2015

So sorry to hear of the loss of "Whitey". Our condolences to the Groth family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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