Death date: Sep 5, 2013
Richard Eugene Groce, Sr., 86, of Huntersville died September 4, 2013 at the Huntersville Oaks. He was born in Forsythe County to the late Bobby and Essie Stine Groce on September 15, 1926. He was a 50 year Master Mason at Lodge 2 Read Obituary
I want to send my condolences to the Groce family, but especially to Kathy, whom I went to middle/high school with. It is always so sad to lose a loved one but I know you all have many happy memories to help ease the pain. That is one wonderful part of life; the fun times we share(d). Kathy, if you would like to reconnect I (we) are the only Derberry's listed in the Mooresville phone book. May the love of family and friends comfort you all.
I am so sorry for your loss. The Bible provides comfort during these difficult times. Revelation 21:3,4 states “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away”. Very soon now, we will never experience losing our loved ones in death. Hope these words give you a new hope.
I am sorry to hear about Richard's death. I worked with him at A & P Meat Distribution for a number of years. I was about 20 years old when I first got to know him. He gave me some good advice and guidance at a time when I was very young. We went into the Masons at the same time and I also have my 50 year certificate. I know him as a very good man and he will certainly be missed. I feel it a honor to have known and worked with him. His friend James Loftin aka JJ
