Memorial Service:
Monday, February 25, 2019, 5:00pm
First United Methodist Church
73 Clinton St., Greenville, PA
Rev. Laurajane Stone, Pastor, officiating
The family will receive friends immediately following the
service in the church and also invites all in attendance to
join in a funeral dinner in the church hall
Inurnment will be in Parklawn Cemetery, Jamestown.
Carolyn M. Gruver, age 74, of Werner Rd. Ext. Hempfield Twp., passed away Tuesday evening February 12, 2019 in UPMC Hamot, Erie.
She was born in Greenville on March 27, 1944 to Howard and Evelyn (Burge) Leary. She was a 1962 graduate of Jamestown High School. She was a Homemaker and had retired as a van driver from Anderson Coach and Travel.
Carolyn was an active member of First United Methodist Church, Greenville, where she sang in the choir, served as a Sunday School Teacher and Vaction bible School Teacher and was a member of the Methodist Women. She had also been active the Greenville Messiah Musical for many years and she enjoyed flower gardening.
On February 17, 1961 she married Harry R. Gruver, he survives at home. Also survivng is a daughter; Rhonda M. Soros and her husband Robert of Fredonia, two sons; Robert L. Gruver and his wife Regina and Barry D. Gruver, all of Greenville, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a granddaughter; Kasidy Soros and two brothers; Jerald and Charles Leary.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 73 Clinton St., Greenville, PA 16125 or to the Greenville Messiah Fund, 33 Bentley Ave., Greenville, PA 16125.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Loutzenhiser-Jordan Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 366-368 S. Main St., Greenville.
Harry, Robert, Barry and Rhonda
I am so very sorry to hear of Carolyns passing. I always looked forward to seeing her when I worked at the Greenville Medical Center. She could always make me smile and I will always remember that smile she gave me. Please know you all are in My thoughts and prayers.
I feel as if the wind has been kicked out of me. Carolyn taught me so much about kindness, having a gentle spirit, and living into one’s faith. I recall when she was named Distinguished Woman of the Year by the Board of Commissioners for “making a lasting and significant impact on the life of citizens of Mercer County.” I am one one of those citizens and will forever be grateful for her life and her example. To Harry and the entire family, you have my heartfelt condolences. I grieve with you.
Harry and family ,,, We are so sorry for your loss, Carolyn was always kind and sweet,,, Prayers again to the family,,, … Harold(Short) and Melissa Holler
Carolyn was such a sweet and caring woman. I enjoyed our conversations. She always treated my family as her family, was like a second Grandma to my daughters. We will miss her terribly, sending our thoughts, love and prayers to the family
Harry, Bob & Family – Carolyn was such a beacon of optimism with everyone she interacted with. She was a wonderful lady and we certainly have missed her and will forever miss her in our service to the RHS District. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and I are so sorry for your loss..Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Barry,
I want to express my sympathies on your mother’s passing. Take csre
Barry,
I want to express my sympathies on your mother’s passing stay strong
Harry , Bob, Barry, Rhonda
Sincere condolences from my family to yours on the loss of your wife and mother.From your old neighbors and friends
Dear family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I don’t have the words to express my sadness. Carolyn was fun, caring and a great friend whom I’ll greatly miss. Heaven’s richer today.
Condolences and God’s speed to Toehead and family on your loss.
Sending our Prayers & Deepest Sympathies to the family of Carolyn. May the beautiful memories that she shared with you, be etched into your hearts for a lifetime. May she finally be without pain and in eternal peace with OUR LORD! Rest in Peace Carolyn.
To Carolyn’s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. She will always be with you in your heart and thoughts. She loved family and friends. I shared many happy times with Carolyn over the past 65 years. We met when we were both 10 years old and always enjoyed getting together. Will miss her very much, but know there is a party going on in heaven while she catches up with the ones who went before her. Rest in peace dear friend.
Dear Harry, Bob, Rhonda, Barry and family,
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Carolyn was surely one of the most caring and thoughtful people around. We always enjoyed talking with her. She truly loved her family and friends and was so proud of her children and grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all, and we feel blessed to have known her. God bless you all at this sad time as you remember all the good times of your life together. Bill and Mary Jane Fay
Harry, Bob, Rhonda, Barry and family, We are saddened to learn of Carolyn’s passing. You have our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy. Sharon, Bill and family
A Beautiful, Caring, and Genuine Lady. She spread her Love to Everyone she met! Heaven has received an “Angel”…<3 Please know that many others mourn in the loss of Carolyn. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob and Family,
My prayers are with your family.
In Deepest Sympathy,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Carolyn. She was a special lady to many. Her constant smile always gave you that boost you needed to. I met her through Curves of Greenville and her strength was amazing. She loved her job along with everyone she knew. May you know you were so lucky to have her as yours. Our deepest sympathy. God Bless.