Richard Grove, 76,, has passed away, leaving behind a family and community who loved him dearly.
These words are offered in his memory — small, but heartfelt.
Born in 1943, Richard began a life that would touch many along the way.
Richard spent his working life as ['welder'] — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew him best.
Some days simply pass; others stay with us forever.
Richard LeRoy Grove, 76 of Marion died Wednesday, June 5, 2019 from cancer. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2019 on the back porch at Bud's Tavern in Marion from 3-6pm. Arrangements by Hofmeister Jones Funeral Home. Richard LeRoy Grove was born on January 3, 1943 in Russell, MN to Richard and Wanda (Blanchard) Grove. He attended school in Minnesota and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Richard lived in Sioux Falls and was united in marriage to Rowiena "Rena" Kliewer and they lived in Marion, South Dakota. Over the years he worked as a welder, construction at Younglove Construction building the Central Farmers grain site, a mechanic for Huber Ford in Freeman, South Dakota, and after many years at the Turner County Highway Department he retired. Richard's hobbies were collecting toy race cars and watching old western movies. In his retirement, he enjoyed fishing, playing golf at the Par Mar Valley Country Club and spending time with friends and family. Grateful for having shared his life are his son Richard of Mitchell, SD; two grandchildren Ryan Grove and Misty Grove, both of Mitchell; and a brother Kerry Burt, Colorado Springs, CO. He was preceded in death by his wife Rena in 2007 and two brothers, Gerald Grove and Dan Burt.
