"To my friend Pete and your family, keep your faith that God needed another angel. Called home way to soon. Rest in the knowledge that you will see him again. You have my deepest sympathy, I just cannot imagine. Keep the, faith, brother. "
In loving memory of
John Paul "J.P." Groehler
Born into Eternal Life on April 3, 2016, at age 21. Beloved son of Pete and Sue Groehler. Loving brother of Pete, Matt, Luke and James. Dear grandson of William and Barbara Fleischman and the late Benjamin and the late Albina Groehler. Also loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Friday, April 8, at 3-8PM. Additional visitation at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH, 995 S. Silver Lake Street, Oconomowoc, on Saturday, at 9:30-11:45AM. Funeral Mass at 12 noon.
Tributes
"Sue and Pete, I am heartbroken to learn hear the news. You and your family have been in my prayers. Sue, I was talking about you recently.. When we first met, we were sitting next to one another at St. Joan of Arc. I believe JP was serving at the time. I had a naughty 18 month old boy with me. You pulled a toy car out of your purse and told me you had many boys and understood. JP must have been about 9 at the time and James must have been the same age as my Trace, 18 months. I was so touched by your kindness. My ongoing thoughts and prayers with you and your family. "
"Try to remember the little things, the shared smiles, the warm hugs, the laughter. The pain might seem unbearable now, but in time, it is these memories that will win through and you will find happiness again. My thoughts and prayers are with you."
"We are all going to miss this illustrious soul. You made alt school so fun and had some great laughs with you. Always in a great mood, had a smile on your face, and was nice to everyone. To the parents, I offer my deepest condolences and hope you can find peace in this time of sorrow. Rest In Peace JP."
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your wonderful family. A Blessed family that always contributes and offers so much. God Bless you. Rick & Cindy Russart"
"I'm so sorry for your loss Pete & Sue and can't begin to imagine the heartbreak you and your family are feeling. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. JP was such a funny, full of life kid. Every time I think of him and that SJOA class, it brings a smile to my face. "
"Thank you for being a best friend to me during some of the hardest years of my life. Although we drifted apart after high school, your friendship has meant the world to me and I will never forget how your love and support has helped me become who I am today. I am so grateful for the messages I have to remind me of your fun-loving personality and your ability to improve anyone's day in only a few words. Rest in Peace John, you are so very missed. "
"Please give my son Dale a big hug for me. it's a tragic situation but I'm glad that you two boys are together again. I love and miss you JP â?¡"