Rita Theresia (Roth) Groetz
Born: Thu., Dec. 27, 1928
Died: Thu., Dec. 27, 2012
Visitation
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Sun., Dec. 30, 2012
Location: Gang Memorial Chapel
Mass of Christian Burial
9:00 AM Mon., Dec. 31, 2012
Location: St. Matthews Church
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Rita T. Groetz
December 27, 2012
Rita Theresia Roth Groetz, 84, of E. Syracuse passed away peacefully at home on Thursday on her birthday. She was born in Forbach, Germany in 1928 and was the daughter of Leo and Sofie Roth. Rita emigrated to the United States in 1955. In 1956 she married her beloved husband Oskar and remained at his side for 39 years until his passing in 1996. She was a communicant of St. Matthew's Church, E. Syracuse.
Rita loved to cook, garden and stay active with her many friends at the YMCA in Fayetteville. She was completely devoted to her family whom she loved dearly. Her gentle spirit touched everyone she met and brought joy to all of our days. She was predeceased by her sister Maria and a brother Franz.
Rita is survived by her sons and daughters in laws, William (Susan), Jeffery, Steven (Melissa) Groetz, nine grandchildren Rita,Kathleen,Thomas, Renee, Maria, William, Max, Wolfgang and Sarah, sisters Liesel, Sofie, Inge and Hilda.
Services 8:15am Monday at Gang Memorial Chapel a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00am in St. Matthews Church. Burial in White Chapel Memory Gardens, Dewitt. Calling are Sunday 1-4pm at the funeral home 104 Fordham Rd. at Teall Ave.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made St. Matthews Church 229 W. Yates St. E. Syracuse 13057 or the YMCA East Area Family, 200 Towne Dr. Fayetteville, NY 13066
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East Syracuse Police Benevolent Association
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Posted Fri December 28, 2012
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The Members of the East Syracuse Police Benevolent Association extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Rita at this time of sorrow.
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Carolyn, Ronald and Alexis Senick
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Posted Fri December 28, 2012
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Dear Steve, Missy Sarah and the Groetz family,
We pray God will bring you comfort and that the memories of your mother, Rita will bless you during this time of sadness.
With Love,
Carolyn, Ron and Alexis Senick
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Kitty Sherlock Houghtaling
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Posted Fri December 28, 2012
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We are so sorry to hear of Rita's passing. She was truly a wonderful neighbor and I will miss our back yard talks over the fence:-). Rest in Peace Rita.
Kitty, Mark, Erin and Gavin
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Tim Gross
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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Steve, Missy, Sarah, and the Entire Groetz Family
So sorry to hear about your mom, grandmother's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you in your time of grief.
Tim Brenda Levi & Timmer Gross
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Letha Duncan
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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Rita was such a wonderful woman. I would always see her at the YMCA (full of light and laughter), at Mass at St. Matthew's church, and just walking around our neighborhood. We will miss her smiling face. God's blessings to the whole family. May all the memories of Rita remain with you all.
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Margy Hilts
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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Dr. Groetz, Sue and all your family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your mother's passing. May you find peace and comfort knowing we love you and will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Margy and Wayne Hilts
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Elaine Rubenstein
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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So sorry to hear of Rita's passing. We have many fond memories of Oskar, Rita, and all of your family. Our thoughts are with you.
Elaine Rubenstein and family
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Julie McCallops
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Terry Redding
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Posted Sat December 29, 2012
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Steve, Missy, Sarah and the Groetz Family you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. May the memorys of your Mom and Grandmother help you through the days ahead.
Terry, Tina, Kate and Nick Redding
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Carole Wenthen
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Posted Sun December 30, 2012
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To Rita's family:
I am so sorry to learn of Rita's death. I knew her from our many visits to Kelly-Lyn exercising. She always spoke of her grandchildren & brought her grandson with her. She was a great lady. May she rest in peace.
Carole
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Inge Esslinger
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Posted Sun December 30, 2012
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THERE IS LITTLE WE CAN SAY AND NOT MUCH WE CAN DO,
BUT BOTH OF US WOULD LIKE TO SHOW OUR THOUGHTS
ARE THERE WITH YOU.
IN LOVING MEMORY
INGE & GABRIELE ESSLINGER
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Elisa Tornatore
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Posted Sun December 30, 2012
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Dear Bill,
Sorry to learn of your moms passing. While I never knew her and while we haven't been in touch since high school I just wanted to express my sympathy to you and yours.
Sincerely,
Elisa
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Carl & Becky Wightman
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Posted Tue January 01, 2013
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Bill, Sue and Family,
May it somehow help to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Carl and Becky
Wightman
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