Robert M Groth's Obituary
Robert M. Groth, 75, of Fredonia, KS passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022. He was born on October 26, 1946 to Robert C. and Sarah (Kaylor) Groth in Martinsville, Indiana. He was known locally as the ‘Garage Sale King’, collecting all kinds of treasures that he could find, this had been a lifelong hobby for Robert.
When he was 17, Bob enlisted in the Army and bravely served our country overseas in the conflict of Vietnam. He was a member of the Army Olympic Sharpshooter team and after his return to the states also had the honor of acting as a tomb guard at the Arlington National Cemetery. Bob worked retail in military surplus after he ended his time in the military until his retirement.
On December 15, 1967, he married Cheryl Mills and together they had two children, Bobby and Gina. From there, their family just expanded. After 54 years of marriage, they now have 15 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren, all who loved Bob very much. He will be sorely missed.
Bob leaves behind:
His wife Cheryl of the home
Children:
Bobby (Shila) Groth
Gina (Ron) Albin
Siblings:
Larry Groth
Linda (Rex) Mills
Esther (Wayne) Sramek
Sandy (Tim) Moore
Charles C. (Cathy) Groth
15 grandchildren and 21 great grand children
Preceding him in death:
Parents, Robert C. and Sarah Groth
And a brother, John Groth
Cremation has been requested with no services being held at this time. Online condolences can be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Services entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736.
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