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Walter Grochowski
April 10, 1937 - September 28, 2012
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Eberhard Walter Grochowski was born April 10, 1937 in Duisburg Germany and passed away September 28, 2012 at the age of 75 in Surrey, BC. Walter, as he was known, immigrated to Canada in 1957 and eventually moved to Alberta where he met Irene, the love of his life, in 1959. They began a family in 1961 and have three sons, Walter (Terry), Edward (Christa), and Allan (Patricia), 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren as his family legacy. He is survived by his brother, Joachim, of Germany, and all of his family in Canada apart from one grandson, David, and is also survived by many nieces and nephews and other relatives in Germany.
A graveside service will be held for Walter on Saturday, October 6, 2012, 1:00pm at Valley View Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 14644 72nd Avenue, Surrey, BC. A gathering will follow at the Hartford Woods Clubhouse, in the complex where he lived at the corner of 96th Avenue and 148th Street in Surrey.
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From: Bakerview Community Crematorium & Celebration Centre Staff
Bakerview Community Crematorium & Celebration Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: Joachim Grochowski
Hallo Bruder dein WEG ist nun zu Ende .RUHE in FRIEDEN
Dein Bruder Achim.
From: Ray and Jean Crowther
We are very sorry for your loss and if there is anything we can do please let us know. Love the Crowther’s
From: Kinizsi family
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. Walter was a funny, generous and kind hearted man who touched everyone’s life. It was an honor to know him. We will never forget! Rest in peace!
From: Reiner + Helga Grochowski
A long journey in years and places ended.
A last tribute to ourf ar away uncle.
Reiner + Helga Grochowski, Würzburg, Germany
From: David and Jenine Crowther
We are so sorry for your loss Al and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult and hard time. If you need anything we are there for you and your family. Love from David,Jenine,Kayla and Dustin Crowther
From: Tracy Emmons
So sorry for your loss. He was a lovely man. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
From: Vorum staff
Dear Ed & family,
We at Vorum are truly sorry about the loss of your father, Walter. We offer our deepest condolences in your time of mourning.
From: Carl Saunders
Dear Ed, Christa, Laurel, Graeme, and Gavin,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carl, Dawn, Angela, James, and Caroline
From: Gerard & Barb Bergeron
We extend our sincerest sympathy to you on the loss of your Dad. You helped us through a time of death and sorrow and we pray that you and your family will know this comfort also. We keep you close in thought and prayer as you face the days to come. May fond memories bring you comfort.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
October 6, 2012
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Valley View Memorial Gardens
14644 - 72 Ave
Surrey, BC
14644 - 72 Ave
Surrey, BC
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The family has not designated a preferred charity at this time.
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