We are sad to announce that on December 8, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Wayne A. Groppe of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, born in Dubuque, Iowa. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Wayne A. Groppe to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Clara Loretta Koester Groppe and Albert August Groppe; his wife Shirley Pauline Ryder Groppe; his sister Elaine Stoetzel; and his son Wayne Alan Groppe.

He is survived by : his children, Jeanne Groppe Chamberlin (Randall) of Oak Ridge, Dr. Linda Groppe Eissenberg (Joel Eissenberg) of East Providence, RI, Karen Groppe Rink of Schaumberg, IL and Jackie Groppe Emery (David) of Frankfort, KY; his grandchildren, Rebecca Eissenova (Anna), Patrick Emery, Ryan Emery (Brittany), Steven Rink and Lee Chamberlin; and his great grandchildren, Jayce Emery and Jonah Eissenova.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Weatherford Mortuary

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December 13, 2023

Marjorie Ryder Wancio lit a candle

“In loving memory of Wayne A. Groppe, With deepest sympathies for Wayne's passing. He was a very loving father to Linda, Karen, Jeanne, and Jackie. He continued his closeness to all the grandchildren and great grandchild. Walter and I always enjoyed his company on the golf course. With love, Aunt Margie”