John Jay Grothe
John Jay Grothe, 51, of Pearland, TX passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on January 18, 2022 after a battle with Cholangiocarcinoma. John was born in Wharton, TX to Sequoia Jean Potter and Rueben William Grothe Jr on December 5, 1970. John grew up in Brazoria, Texas, attending West Columbia High School. John married his high-school sweetheart, Angela Grothe in 1990. John then went on to fight for his country, serving in the U.S. Navy during Desert Shield. He traveled the world serving his country, living in Virginia, Saudi Arabia, and Antarctica. After his time in the military, John earned an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas. John and Angela settled down in Pearland, Texas in 1998 to start a family and raise their two sons. John worked in the electrical sales industry for 25 years, finishing his career with Ellen Lighting. John was a member New Hope Church, the Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited and VFW Post 7109.
John enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and cooking for his family and friends. He loved to spend time at his river house in Canyon Lake where he would relax, fish, and enjoy time with family and friends.
John is preceded in death by Thomas F. Potter, Grandfather, Martha G. Potter, Grandmother, and Rueben W. Grothe Sr., Grandfather, Geneva F. Grothe, Grandmother, and Trey W. Grothe, brother.
He leaves behind his wife of 32 years, Angela Grothe; sons: Garrett Grothe (Katie), Reece Grothe; father, Rueben Grothe (Chris); mother, Sequoia Boswell (Charlie); father-in-law, Wayne Berry (Betty); sister, Lisa Barina (Chris); brothers: John Daspit (Amy), Brandon Daspit, Josh Daspit (Mandy); brother-in-law, Scott Berry (Carrie), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Services will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at Crowder Funeral Home, Pearland, TX. Visitation 1:00 p.m. Service 3:00 p.m. There will not be a reception to follow the service.
Honorary pallbearers will be: Garrett Grothe, Reece Grothe, Ivan Svec, Kyle Stone, Scott Smith, Chris Doyle (son; Jacob Doyle standing in his honor)
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in honor of John to VFW Post 7109, 4202 W Walnut St, Pearland, TX 77581.
Angela I’m saddened to hear of your loss , John was very inspirational to me as I know he was to y’all as well .
John was one of the kindest one I have ever meant! Him and Angela loved life and their family ! My prayer are with my friend Angela and her family at this time for complete comfort and peace and to know that John is resting with our Lord
Every time I talked to John it was a pleasure. As I read over John’s remembrance about His life and think about John I know the Angels in Heaven are ringing their bells welcoming John. With a tear in my eyes and lump in my throat I will miss John. My Prayers are with John’s Family.
I am truly crushed to hear this. My sincere condolences to the family. He was a good man and a special person.
My heartfelt sympathy to the family
What an amazing life! I am so very heartbroken for all of you and and will continue to pray for all of you.
I miss you already. Thanks for loving my sister.
I had the pleasure of working with John at Progress Lighting where we mutually built both a professional and a personal friendship together. That friendship lasted through the years in our industry. John was just one of those guys, always smiling and didn’t know a stranger. A glass half full guy! Heaven is shining just a little brighter today thanks to John. My deepest thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you all during this time.
Our prayers to the family and John’s friends! He now rest in the arm’s of our Lord ! May he RIP!
John, you were a great friend and you left an impact on every life you touched.
I’ve known John since early age of 1 or 2 as his parents . Many Happy Adventures and so many Memories. He grew into an amazing Man, Son, Friend and Father as set examples in Serving his Country! May each of You be Blessed each Day with the Strength of Healing, Faith and the Guidance from God – John was indeed a Gift from God and I Pray each holds your Faith and Love close to your Hearts as John left a little piece of himself with all of us to help us Heal ❤️ God take good care of John and those He left behind🙏
From the Bushkuhl Family. We send Our thoughts & Prayers. Our Condolences to you Angela and the boys🙏.
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. John was one of the kindest people I have ever known with the warmest smile. He will surely be missed. Prayers for you Angela, the boys and your family and may God bless you all and give you peace, comfort and understanding during this difficult time.
I am extremely sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family for peace and understanding. I had the privilege to meet John through fishing in Freeport and also through our SNB annual golfing trip. He will be missed tremendously.
God Bless you and your family,
David Stephenson
I met John through the electrical industry and gained a friend. We shared a lot of interest – family, fishing and cooking. I am blessed to have spent time with him fishing on Lake Fork and cooking at industry events. He will be missed, Prayers of peach to the family.
I worked with John over the years in the homebuilding industry and I must say, he was one of a kind. You were instantly a friend for life when you met him. He did so much for others and was always positive and tons of fun to be around. I know how saddened I am that he is no longer here but I am at peace knowing that God’s army got a heck of an angel that will be doing his wonderous work in Heaven.
To John’s family, My deepest condolences to you. Angela, he spoke about you all the time as well as the boys. He was so proud of his family.
God Bless you all.
I know that there are no words I can provide that can begin to help you all heal. John was an amazing husband and father and Angela shared evidence of this each time we got to see each other. He helped create a beautiful family that will carry on his memories and traditions. My deepest sympathies and love.
It is with a heavy heart that your neighbors from Horseshoe Falls Estates in Canyon Lake send you and your family our sincere condolences. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. although we didn’t get to see each other much, anyone who came across John always received a kind and friendly greeting. He always seemed to be enjoying his time with his family and his home away from home. Our prayer is that you and your family find peace and resolution in this most difficult time. We are here for you should you need anything at all.
Sincerely,
Edward and Cherie McCann
Mike Witt
Martha Moke and Ruben Longoria
My heart hurts for John’s family, and I send my condolences to them all. This is such a tragic loss of a great guy. He was loved by all in the industry, and will be missed immensely. I will always remember his smile, he was such a joy to be around. I greatly appreciate his service to our country. He was truly the all American guy next door. That you want your kids to grow up to be like. I know God called him home for a purpose. God recruits the best of the best. We may not be able to see John now, but he is with us. Rest In Peace John until we meet again.
So saddened by your loss,
God Bless You.
Rodney & Debra Nichols
John was a man that always had his priorities straight, Family First and never meet a stranger. We will always remember him as an example of a life well lived, albeit way to short. With all of our Love and support,
Leonard and Regina Cherry
Wishing you peace, comfort, and courage during this time of sorrow. Our hearts go out to you and your family. Sending caring thoughts your way to support you through this difficult time.
May he rest in Peace.
God Bless you and your family.
I only met John once, and it was near the end. It was obvious to me that he was a good person with a kind heart. My heart and prayers go out to Angela and the family. RIP John Grothe.
David Little
John Grothe was a delightful person to know. He was so friendly and easy to talk to. I will miss seeing him at family gatherings. I pray God bless and protect his dear family and this includes Sequoia, his mom.
Wayne and I are so very sorry to learn of the passing of John. Prayers and love for your entire family.
Wayne and Margaret Brueggeman
Still miss you 2 years later.