Age 87, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2021. Beloved husband of 65 years to Evangeline Groth (nee Tolentino); dear son of the late William Sr. and Marjorie (nee Regal); brother of the late Jack (survived by KT) Groth; wonderful father of Marjorie (John) Larsen, William III (Susan), Charles (Dijana), John, and Mary O’Neill; dearest grandfather of John (Sarah), William, Charles (Colleen), Edward (Megan), Sophia, James (Kathleen), Ashley, William IV, Elliott (Melanie), David, and James; dearest great-grandfather of Cayden, Jayce, Amelia, Forest, Leo, Emma, and Landon; dear brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Bill graduated from the University of Missouri, B.S., and Webster University, MAT. He proudly served with the 95th Field Artillery, 25th Infantry Division. He was a member of the Spirit of St. Louis Chapter Sons of the American Revolution, serving as State Color Guard Commander Missouri State SAR; a member of Company of Military Historians, Past Camp Commander of Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and associate member of Chapter 1028, Vietnam Veterans of America.
Services: Funeral at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois Rd., Thursday January 21, 10:00 a.m. Interment J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Joseph’s Indian School are appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8 p.m.
I always looked forward to our Wednesday morning breakfast conversations. Bill was one of the good guys! RIP!!
Please accept our sincerest condolences. We are sorry for your loss, and remember Mr. Groth fondly.
We offer our condolences to Evangeline and family. Bill was our dear friend and has been so since Becky’s mother and he were classmates. We will never forget him.
James & Becky Osbourn
For the family of Bill Groth. Bill will be greatly missed by his many friends. We had the great pleasure of being fellow Patriots of the Sons of the American Revolution and sharing our love of Genealogy together. Hand salute Bill!
We Are so sorry for your loss.You and your loves one will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill was a real lover of history and the principles that the Sons of the Revolution espoused. We will miss his knowledge and calm demeanor.
Bill was a veteran. He wore the uniform. He did his duty. He sacrificed his youth and endured the separation from loved ones. He served his country with selfless devotion. Now his battles are over. He is gone but not forgotten; for he will always have the undying gratitude of those he served and the respect of those who served with him. May he rest in eternal peace.
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. The family is in our prayers
Although it has been some time since I’ve talked with Bill, I remember our conversations fondly and how his face would light up when talking about the Sons of the American Revolution…especially when teaching people about the battle of Fort San Carlos and firing a salute in downtown St. Louis. Bill was a good man, a great teacher, a Veteran, and a true American. Rest easy brother.
It was always an honor and a pleasure to share a Wednesday breakfast table with Bill. He was a great history teacher to me when he shared his life experiences.
He was a great role model of what a patriot and American citizen can be.
Rest in peace Bill.
Jim Stroup VVA Chapter 1028