In loving memory of

Eric Grau
December 24, 2007

Eric Duane Grau, son of Duane David Grau and Rita Marie Waltz was born on June 20, 1980, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. He graduated from Cedar Rapids Prairie High School in 1999. Eric was employed as a warehouse employee for JP Gasway. Eric is loved and survived by his mother, Rita Waltz and special friend, Corey Brunner of Nichols, Iowa; his father, Duane Grau and wife, Ruth of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; his sister, Stacie Grau of West Liberty, Iowa; brothers, Josh Grau and Alicia Main of Lisbon, Iowa and Steve Watkinson and Tanya Rogers of Hills, Iowa; his paternal grandmother, Bernice Grau of Bennett, Iowa; his maternal grandmother, Rose Waltz of Tipton, Iowa; step-sisters, Carmen McElroy of Ottumwa, Iowa, Melissa Kooyenga of Kalona, Iowa, and Samantha Watkinson of Tiffin, Iowa; and his nieces and nephews, Jamie, Sydney, Bethany, Arianna, Claudia, Jacob, Jordan, Austin, Adele and Jay.1980-06-20T00:00:00.00023684.023684.023688.023689.00.00.00.00.00.02007-12-27T00:00:00.000

Tributes

Linda and John Miller wrote on Dec 30, 2007:

"Rita, Josh, Stacie, and family, We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Know that your family is in the thoughts and prayers of many, and hopefully that will give you some comfort at this time. "

Matt and Kimberly Hendricks wrote on Dec 29, 2007:

"Rita, Stacie, Josh and Family, We are so sorry about the loss of Eric. May God be with you all. You are in our thoughts. Matt and Kimberly Hendricks and Girls "

Bridget & Matthew Darnell wrote on Dec 28, 2007:

"Dear Stacie and Family, I am so sorry about the loss of your brother Eric. Please know that you are in my prayers. I remember Eric as your sweet little brother who had such a gentle and loving spirit. May he live on in your hearts through your precious memories. I pray that the Lord will bring comfort to your broken hearts. "

Dan Schutte & Family wrote on Dec 28, 2007:

"From my family to your's we send our deepest felt sympothy. Eric was family to many. He will be missed but not forgotten. with Love may God Bless You, "

Irene Schutte, Knoxville, Ia. wrote on Dec 28, 2007:

"Eric's death was reported on Ch 8 Des Moines, but didn't recognize his last name. Dan called to tell me it was Eric from my old neighborhood. I am so very sorry for your loss. Eric was always so good natured and always seemed to enjoy sharing silly jokes. He also enjoyed fishing with my boys, Dan, Paul & Steve, and had great fun with them telling the big fish stories. He will be missed by many. May God comfort you. "

Pamela Anderson (Wethington) - Little Munk wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. "

Russ & Michelle Taylor wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"Duane (Ruth) & family, We are sorry to hear about your son. I had a feeling when I say it in the paper about the accident. We hope that time will help heal your pain. Please find comfort in knowing others have you in their thoughts. Our prayers go out to you and your family. "

Joyce Hamilton wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"Stacie & family We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family at this time. Steve & Joyce (Johnson) Hamilton Ashley & Hunter "

John Watkinson and Family wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"Rita and Family, It's times like this I wish we were closer to Iowa. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. If there is anyhting you need please let us know. God Bless. John and Family"

Ande Daedlow (Hendricks) wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know our family will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. "

Jacqui Patterson & Family wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"My family and I want to express our deepest sympathies at this time of loss. Know Eric is in a good place and being taken care of. "

Mike and Marti Duncan and Family wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"Duane and Ruth, We are so sorry to hear about Eric's tragic death. Eric was always helpful to us and very nice to our family. We know his loss will be very hard. Eric and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike, Marti Duncan, and family. "

roger and darla wiseman wrote on Dec 27, 2007:

"TO THE FAMILY OF ERIC GRAU.WE ARE VERY SAD OF YOUR LOSS OF YOUR SON DUANE AND FAMILY.HE HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN OUR PRAYERS.AND WILL ALWAYS BE.I MISS THE TIMES FISHING WITH HIM.MAY HE BE AT PEACE WITH OUR MAKER.HE WILL MAKE A GOOD HELPER UP THERE.OUR HEART FELT SYMPATHY.ROG AND DARLA WISEMAN"

Jayne Mundell wrote on Dec 26, 2007:

"Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you in your time of sorrow. Don & Jayne Mundell Jacie Thomsen & family Jadie Gillette & family Jalie Gilleland & family Dalen Spies & family"

Heather Heeren wrote on Dec 26, 2007:

"Dear Stacie & Family, I was deeply saddened when I learned that you had lost your brother Eric so suddenly. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Heather Heeren "