Howard F. Grove

Howard F. Grove, 94, of Nappanee, formerly of Bremen passed away on Tuesday,

June 14, 2011 at LuAnn Nursing Home, Nappanee. He was born October 3, 1916 in Bremen to Frank & Pauline (Schlemmer) Grove. On November 8, 1947 he married Donna Baugher, she preceded him in death in 2001.



Howard was a retired farmer and truck driver. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Dade City, FL where he and his wife lived for 20 years. He enjoyed living in Florida and tending to his orange groves. He later attended Bremen Church of the Brethren and he was an avid sports fan.



Survivors include 2 daughters: Myrna Grove of Elkhart and Elaine (Carl) Rhodes of Middlebury, 1 son Bruce (Pam) Grove of Monticello and 3 granddaughters and 1 great-grandson.



He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, 1 sister and 2 brothers.



Funeral service will be held at 7PM on Friday, June 17, 2011 at the Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen and will be officiated by Rev. Brian Beeks.



Friends may call from 4PM on Friday until the time of service at the funeral home.



Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association.