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Anne L. Grutza

1953 - 2025

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Liz Hill Sartorius posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Growing up we thought life will go on endlessly. Sad part is when realization of our life journey stops. That life journey stop is not necessarily OUR journey’s end. My realization of the end of the journey is of a long time friend whose journey ended. My friend who left this world I knew since 1st grade. We were close buds for many years. In high school, our paths parted. Of course that happens, different friends, different interests, boyfriends turn to husbands, and children. We go our separate ways for years. Yet, periodically, we would get back in touch with each other just to say “Hey, Hello “. I was living in New Hampshire in early mid 80s. My friend called saying she was trying to find me. Ended up calling my old phone number getting a hold of my Mother. My mom gave her my NH phone number. My friend wanted to let me know she just had her 3rd daughter. And named her Elizabeth Anne. My friend remembered my birthday was in May, told me she named her after me. Wow. After so many years of us not in touch, I was quite surprised and honored. Then after some talking found out her daughter Elizabeth was born on my birthday. May 14th. Years later I met up with her at High School Reunion. Another time, ran into her at a Red Wing Game. Last time I saw her was at 50th high school reunion. We did talk few times after that. As I stated at the start of this post, life when we are young seems it will go on endlessly. Sad part, it does not. My friend Anne Lehr passed on January 25th 2025 from Pancreatic Cancer. The news from her daughter about my friend Anne’s passing hit my heart so hard. I can not explain it any differently. It truly seemed like “yesterday” we were kids, teenagers, etc. Anne, you left a mark of happiness, friendship, fun, many memories, also a great mom and grandmother. You will be so missed. You will NOT BE FOGOTTEN. Will miss you. Love you Anne. Your Friend, Liz Hill

Mauricio Costi posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, January 27, 2025

Dear Grutza Family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Anne Grutza's passing. She was such a kind and gracious person, and we have many fond memories of her from our visits to the USA. During our stays with Richard and family, Anne's presence was always a highlight. Rosa and I loved cooking Brazilian meals for everyone, and Anne’s compliments about our food—"This is so good!"—always warmed our hearts. She was not only a wonderful guest but also a thoughtful host, always staying to help clean up after the parties and then relaxing with her glass of wine in quiet elegance. The last time we saw Anne in 2023, she looked great and seemed so well. It’s heartbreaking to know that pancreatic cancer took her from us so soon. We will forever cherish the time we spent with her and the joy she brought to those gatherings. May the good Lord bless Anne and grant her eternal rest. Rosa and I will deeply miss her presence and will keep her and your family in our thoughts and prayers. With heartfelt condolences, Mauricio and Rosa

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Monday, January 27, 2025

Anne had a kind heart, and always wanting to help others. She took mom on a road trip before we hosted the Kenny family reunion to ease mom's anxiety. Mandy stayed in the hospital longer than me when she was born a preemie. I did not have a car to see her. So, Anne just having a baby a baby 2 months earlier herself, drove me to Wyandotte hospital to visit Mandy. When I had my knee surgery, she drove me to most of my therapy visits. One day she pulled out so much stuff out of her van to help me with therapy, it was like a clown van, where larger than van items just kept getting pulled out. We were paired up with Mom watch when she was getting worse. We knew each other's strength in weaknesses when dealing with stressful situations. Anne's love shown through everything she did. We talked about the Lord and his love for her. John 3:16. My prayers for the family to have the peace and comfort in God.

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Anne L. Grutza

1953 - 2025

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