GRGURICH, Frederick W. (1947-2020)

GRGURICH

Posted By: Karon Velau (email)
Date: 5/4/2020 at 14:12:50

Frederick Wayne Grgurich
(November 6, 1947 - April 22, 2020)

Frederick (Freddie) Wayne Grgurich passed away April 22, 2020 peacefully at the VA Hospital in Des Moines, IA. He was born and raised in Lucas County and graduated from Chariton High School. Freddie served 2 tours, covering 3 companies in Vietnam, being awarded Navy Commendation Medal of Valor for over 200 combat patrols. Fred was a master mechanic most of his working life. He enjoyed watching college sports and spending time with his family, especially his grand kids. He loved being a Grandpa and took it very seriously.
Butch was proceeded in death by his parents, Steve and Leta Grgurich. He is survived by his wife, Anita; daughters, Courtney (Nick) Slattery and Kendra (Jason) Cantelope; grand kids, Ava, Liv, Waylon and Parker; and his brothers Steve and Randy (Colleen) Grgurich.
A ceremony will be held at the Iowa Veteran's Cemetery in Van Meter, IA at a later date. Memorials can be sent to Iowa Veteran's Cemetery, in Freddy's name.
This memorial is provided by Overton Funeral Home, 501 West Ashland Ave., Indianola, Iowa, http://www.overtonfuneral.com/