Gregory Grant Groenewold

Gregory Grant Groenewold was born on September 8, 1960 in Freeport, Il. Passing away after a 25 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis, he was 63 years old.

Greg is survived by his son Grant (Araceli) Wonder, one sister Elizabeth (Ekkehard) Schoettle, two brothers Gary (Kathie) and Guy (Dawn) Groenewold, and many nieces and nephews whom he adorded. Greg was preceded in death by his parents Grant and Beverly Groenewold.

Greg graduated from Forreston High School in 1978 and attended Western Illinois University. After college he followed in his father’s footsteps by joining the family business Groenewold Fur and Wool. As a pivotal figure in the company, Greg played a key role in its growth to become the largest wild raw fur business in North America.

In 1998 he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Greg fought the disease with the same determination and passion he had at work. Serving as an example for all who knew him, Greg’s continued positive outlook and faith carried him through many stages of health.

He loved his family, friends and church. Serving as an elder, he was a long time member of North Grove Evangelical Church. Greg was a loving and guiding Uncle to his nieces and nephews, and a loyal and trusted friend to many. He tried to live his life to his favorite words and song “Humble and Kind”.

Greg’s life will be celebrated with a visitation at Burke Tubbs Funeral Home on Monday, December 11, 2023 from 4-7pm and a church service on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 10:30 am followed by a lunch for all. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established for North Grove Evangelical Church.