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Phyllis Groth Obituary

Phyllis Leila Groth "Greatest Cook" Our dear beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, age 80, passed away August 25, 2008 at her son and daughter's home in Clinton, Utah after a short battle with cancer.She was born August 14, 1928 in Deforest, Wisconsin, daughter of Roy and Leila Lee Blanchar. Married Harry James Groth June 26, 1948 in Middleton, Wisconsin. She will be dearly missed, especially her cooking. Grandma was well known for her deviled eggs, cookies and many other great foods. She loved playing cards with her family and trips to Wendover. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Harry; son, Robert (Sherrie); four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Alice; brothers: David and Bob, of Wisconsin. Preceded in death by her son, James and daughter, Joni. Graveside services will be held Friday, 11 a.m. at Valley View Memorial Park, 4400 W. 4100 S. A viewing will be held Thursday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 27, 2008.

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Austin Schultz

September 8, 2008

Great Grandma I Will Miss You I loved the foods you always brought up and I will Take Care Of Great grandpa.

Shana Nielsen

September 5, 2008

Grandma I will miss you a great deal, we had alot of fun times together and I am very thankful that I inheritated your cooking skills. I will continue to carry your legacy's of your wonderful food on. I will miss you very much, and grandma don't worry about grandpa I will take very good care of him, I will miss you dearly and love you very much.

Lorraine Dell

August 31, 2008

Bob Groth...

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother.
Her passing reminds us that no one is guaranteed a tomorrow, and that today, we should all keep close to those we love.
We should do everything possible to share our love, joy, and happiness. Hold on to your memories of the past, and enjoy making new memories for the future.

I feel your pain!
It was the hardest thing I ever went through, when I lost my Mom
back in 1997!
I LOVE & MISS HER more than anything!
I just keep it in my heart, that we will all be together again.

Speaking of memories...
I don't know if you will remember me or not...We go wayyyyyyy back to about '1968' or so...You and my Stepsister - Kaylin, (God Bless Her) and your Brother Jim, (God Bless him) and myself, went to the movie, 'BLESS THE BEAST & THE CHILDREN'...

I have thought about Jim in the past and you too, wondering how you were doing, and here I am today, writing you a note...

I Pray for God's Love to surround All of the Groth Family & Friends, and grant you Peace at this time.

~God Bless~

I hope that you get this, and Please feel free to write me, I would love to hear from you!

Jason Groth

August 28, 2008

Grandma you will be greatlly missed and never forgotten,thank you fore all the joys and skills youve taught me i will cherrish the memories.i will think of you every time i play cards ore go to wendover.grandpa will be greatlly taken care of buy us.LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS U YOU GREATLLY your grandson.(know when to hold em and know when to fold them)

Lin Whiting

August 28, 2008

H, and Bob, as I knew you, probably don't remember me.
We knew each other way earlier when you first moved to Salt Lake.
Lin Whiting is my name and your Mother and mine, Bonnie, were quick and great friends.

I have great memories of you and your family and have never gotten over the loss of Jim and Joni, as we played many hours together when living on the same street so many years ago.
My prayers go with your Dad and you for such a loss.
I'm forever great full for the time we had to spend together and how your Mom helped my Mom with her freindship.
I wish you Gods Speed in your time of need and great sadness.
Best regards to you both!!

Arlene Gordon

August 28, 2008

Dear H,
We cant begin to tell you how much yours and Phyllis's friendship means to Jerry and I. Fifty + years between you and Jerry! We shall miss Phyllis something fierce. She brought good food and lots of laughs to everyone. She was an absolute joy to be around. I, (Arlene) am grateful she allowed me to be called one of her friends.
All our love,
Jerry & Arlene Gordon

Sandy Shepherd

August 27, 2008

To Harry and Bob,
I wanted to offer my condolence to you at the loss of Phyllis. I haven't seen her for many years but do have some fond memories of her when I was growing up. The last time I met with Harry he said Phyllis was ill. I'm sure you are glad she doesn"t have to suffer any longer. Your friend. Sandy Shepherd

Jamey Curtis

August 27, 2008

I love you and will miss you Grandma. You are now with James and Joni and know that we will meet again. Thank you for all the years you helped raise me to be the woman I am today. I will carry your great cooking on for many years to come.

Casey Butcher

August 27, 2008

With deepest sadness we are to have lost such a great lady. There will never be another person whom could cook and play card like Phyllis. She was dear to my heart and I cared very much for her. I hope with her passing there is a feeling of joy your hearts that the pain she endored for the many months is no more. The love she had your "H" and her family was an insperation to us all. I will miss you Phyllis.

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