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Grace Groggel Obituary

Grace Ann Groggel (Curcio), age 75, a light that shone in the darkness, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 21st surrounded by 4 generations of her family at Memorial North Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO. She was a phenomenal wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

Grace was born on December 12th, 1939 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to William and Esther Regitko. She was a 1958 graduate of Germantown High School in Philadelphia. She was previously employed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Philadelphia and Current Checks in Colorado Springs.

On September 17th, 1960 in Philadelphia, Grace married Anthony J. Curcio, Jr., who preceded her in death 25 years ago. On June 10th, 2000 she married Larry Groggel in Colorado Springs. She was totally enamored with her Catholic faith, loved to travel, and immensely enjoyed going to the movies. Above all, she adored and treasured time spent with her family.

She is survived by Larry; her five children: James (wife Jill) of Highlands Ranch, CO; Julie (husband Bob), Christopher, Barbara (husband Steve) of Colorado Springs; and Jennifer (husband Gary) of St. Louis, MO; her step-son Steven (wife Natasha) of Colorado Springs; two brothers, Dave and Don Regitko of Philadelphia; fourteen grandchildren (Brittany, Lauren, Alicia, Cole, Erin, Cassie, Calli, Roman, Avery, Anthony, Abraham, Jaxon, Isaac and Evangelina); and one great-grandchild, Zella Grace.

She now rests in Jesus' arms.

Visitation and Rosary: 4:30 -5:30 PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2015, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, in Colorado Springs.

Funeral Service and reception: 5:30-8:30PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2015, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, in Colorado Springs.

Private Graveside Service: 10:00 AM, Wednesday April 29th, 2015, Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado.

Memorial donations in Grace Ann's name may be made at any Ent Federal Credit Union.

Visitation and Rosary: 4:30 -5:30 PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2015, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, in Colorado Springs.

Funeral Service and reception: 5:30-8:30PM, Tuesday, April 28, 2015, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, in Colorado Springs.

Private Graveside Service: 10:00 AM, Wednesday April 29th, 2015, Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver, Colorado.

Memorial donations in Grace Ann's name may be made at any Ent Federal Credit Union.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 26, 2015.

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Anthony

December 30, 2015

Dear Grandma Grace, Happy 1st birthday with the one and only Jesus Christ. I sure know you were partying with Jesus. You sure were remembered on your birthday. I also wanted to say Merry Christmas. You were sure were also remembered and loved on Christmas. It brought back the wonderful memories we have cherished and loved. You sure were a light shone through the darkness. We are still very very sad of your passing, but what helps get over the grieving is that you are looking down at us, cheering us on. Until we meet again, may you always know how much I love you.

Your grandson,
Anthony

December 30, 2015

Dear Grandma Grace, I just wanted to say Happy 1st birthday with the one and only Jesus Christ. I sure know you were partying with Jesus. I also wanted to say Merry Christmas. You sure were remembered on Christmas day. It brought back all the wonderful memories we shared. You sure were a light shone through the darkness. We are still very very sad of your loss, but what helps us get through it better is that you are looking down at all of us, and cheering us on. Until we meet again Grandma Grace, may you always know just how much I love you. I can not wait till I can get that big warm hug from you.

Your grandson,
Anthony

Kathy Reding

April 29, 2015

After attending the wonderful celebration of Grace's life, I know she too was looking down on all of you and saying Well done my good and faithful servants (family). She has truly brought you all up in the way of the Lord and that was so evident yesterday as you spoke of her and celebrated her time here. I have no doubt she will be waiting for you all on the banks of the Jordan River.

Janeen & Terry Cobb

April 28, 2015

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

April 28, 2015

Larry, we know Grace is with Jesus, and that makes her passing just a little easier. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. May the Lord's mercy rest easy on your heart.

April 28, 2015

Dear friend Larry,
Sorry for your loss of your wonderful love Grace. You are in our thoughts and prayers; look to God and all of the lovely memories that you've shared. God bless you.
Darlene and Jerome Garrison

Suzanne Royer

April 28, 2015

Please accept our deepest sympathy for the entire extended family Grace had her impressive life upon. She will be forever missed. The Royer and Curcio families will be forever entwined from their residence in Vilseck, Germany to Colorado Springs. The numerous experiences will be instilled in our hearts for years to come. God bless Grace and our treasured memories. Joe and Suzanne Royer-Colorado/Arizona

Elizabeth Osborne

April 28, 2015

Grace. you truly were a bright light, it was a pleasure. knowing you thank you for you're love may you rest in God's arms for eternity.

Kim McDow

April 27, 2015

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

April 26, 2015

Grace will remain in our hearts for as long as we live .
Vera, Velimir and Marko

Michelle Redden-Jenkins

April 26, 2015

Larry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rick, Michelle and Ben

April 26, 2015

My Dear Grace, You have given me many happy memories to carry forward. I am blessed that you chose me to share life with. I heard the bell ring because has another angel in Heaven. My love forever Larry

bob groggel

April 26, 2015

To brother Larry and the Curcio family, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of great loss. Grace brought happiness and meaning to Larry's life. Their trips back to Michigan were always looked forward to by dad, who was very fond of Grace. She will be missed, and heaven just got a little brighter.

Fr. Mike Butler

April 26, 2015

With great sadness because she is no longer present to us. With great joy because we know where she is. May God's extra Grace be with the family during these days.

April 26, 2015

Your legacy is your children you have raised and given your values to. When you personally experience their personalities and belief systems, it is impossible to believe that it did not come from you, Grace. Their faith in God and commitment to keep "family" together, is a rare thing to find these days.
I will miss you as a friend. Be at peace......job well done.
connie apostoli

Karen Heyer

April 26, 2015

Dear Curcio cousins and family,
We are so saddened and sorry for your loss. We were really looking forward to your mom's visit. I know your cherished memories will help you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Karen Heyer and family

Florence, Ellen, Jane, Julie, & Family

April 25, 2015

Your family is in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. A Mother is the heart and soul of a family and we know she left you with a very strong foundation that will continue on for generations to come.

Ken and Christie Scholl

April 25, 2015

Julie and family
Sorry to here of your loss. Praying for peace!

Christopher Curcio

April 25, 2015

I love you Mom. I will miss you 'til I see you again. You will always be a light shining bright. I love you forever. Your son, Christopher Mark.

April 25, 2015

Dear Famly, Words can never be enough to express the loss of a Forever Friend. Our hearts are broken and we are thinking of all of you as you deal with Her loss. We smile every time we think how God has to be on His toes now that Grace is in Heaven! We will always love and miss Her.
Much Love, The Taylor Tribe

Angela Mueller

April 25, 2015

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are of your beautiful family during this time of loss.

Anthony Curcio

April 25, 2015

Dear family, I know we are all very sorry for the loss of our loving Grandma Grace. To me she was very kind to everyone and would never get mad. It truly hit me hard because it was so sudden. I love you Grandma Grace, and I know you are partying with Jesus. RIP Grandma Grace. Love, Anthony

April 24, 2015

Larry and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time. Grace was a very wonderful person and will be greatly missed.

Carla Ruth Lloyd

Joan McCann-Murray

April 24, 2015

Larry and family, So very sorry to hear of Grace's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. It was a pleasure working with both of you at Checks.

Donna Ortivez

April 24, 2015

Larry and family so sorry for your loss. Grace was wonderful lady to know and work with at Checks Unlimited. She is in God hand now RIP Grace

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