of Alpena, AR
December 15, 2012
Wilbert Arch Grogan, age 87, of Alpena, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2012, at his home. He was born November 16, 1925, in Alpena, the son of Ellis and Bertha (Brown) Grogan. Along with his parents, Wilbert was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Grogan; and his daughter, Theresea Lee.
Wilbert was a member of Osage Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served in World War II and the Korean Conflict serving in North Africa and Italy. He married Opal Bonita Sneeringer at Alpena Pass on April 9, 1950, and they were married for fifty eight years prior to her death.
Wilbert retired from the Army Corp of Engineers after twenty six years. He enjoyed tinkering with anything mechanical including his bulldozer and tractor; gardening; and following the Razorbacks.
Wilbert is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Mary Grogan, of Alpena; his grandson, John Grogan, of Fayetteville, Arkansas; his granddaughter, Samantha Grogan, of Alpena; and many dear friends throughout the community.
Visitation was Tuesday, December 18, 2012, at Roler-Christeson Funeral Home.
Funeral service was Wednesday, December 19, 2012, at Osage Baptist Church, with Bro. Lannie Younger officiating.
Pallbearers were James "O.J." Phillips, Joe Collins, Max Blevins, Dan Powell, Jerry Pledger and Mark Billings.
Honorary pallbearers were Wilbert's Sunday school class at Osage Baptist Church.
Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
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10 Condolence(s)
Diana Gomez
Saturday, December 29, 2012
To the family,
Joe you are the one I know. I am so sorry to here of your Dad's passing. He will be missed. He was a great man and full of stories and lots of history. He always had a hug and kiss for me when I seen him. I only wish I could have spent time with him outside of Skaggs Hospital. Lots of prayers for you and your family. This was truly our loss and Heavens gain.
Katharina Bisbey
Friday, December 28, 2012
I took care of Mr. Grogan many times when he was on the step down unit in Skaggs. I watched baseball with him and Joe. It was my pleasure to care for such a great man. He will truly be missed and forever be in my heart. His last words to me were, "i love you", when I was leaving work. I love you back! Rest in peace my dear friend.
Stephanie Greeley
Friday, December 28, 2012
I have had such a wonderful time taking care of Mr. Grogan at Skaggs Step Down Unit. He is truly a wonderful man and will be missed by all. I have become attached to him and Joe his son and I wish all the peace and comfort to them during this time. May God fill your hearts with joy and peace knowing he is in Heaven and not in pain no more. We are here for you and the family anytime and you will be forever in our hearts and mind. God Bless you and yours!
Lori Cogdill
Thursday, December 20, 2012
I had the priviledge of meeting the Grogan's while in the hospital. They are salt of the earth folks, really good people and a very close family. I am so sorry for your loss may God bless and comfort you in the days ahead.
Wayne Harmon
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Just saw your dad's obit in the paper. So sorry that I didn't know sooner, I would have been there for the funeral. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
If there's anything I can do for you here, please let me know.
Call when you can.
Wayne and Dianna
A.J.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
So sorry to hear this! Wilbert was a great man and they just don't make them like him anymore. He was a wonderful influence to his grandchildren and they are great human beings because of it. The Grogan family means a lot to me and as their hearts hurt, mine does as well. I take solice in the fact he gets to once again be with his true soul mate, Opal.
Jerry Pederson
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Too Joe and family, sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Collins
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Condolences to Wilbert's family, May God in His most comforting way bless this family. I will sorely miss Wilbert and all the times we had together. He was a great friend and now a blessed citizen of Heaven. Never will he hurt again!!! God be praised!!
Karen Russell
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Saddened to hear this morning of the passing of Mr. Grogan. My sincere condolences to Joe and the family. I couldn't help but become attached to this dear sweet man, on his visits to the hospital, and touched by the love and devotion of his son, Joe. What a blessing for Wilbert though, to spend Christmas with Jesus in heaven, I pray for God's blessings on Wilbert, but also for Joe and his family to see them through this time of loss.. Sincerely Karen Russell, Skaggs Social Service.
Beth Gillispie
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Joe, I am so sorry for your family's loss. Your dad was truly a part of the "greatest generation"....and such a sweatheart!