Having lived much of his life in Philadelphia, he spent the last 22 years living in Souderton, Pennsylvania. Gilbert DeGroote was born on September 3, 1929, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to parents, Gilbert and Marie (nee Scherpereel). Gil went on to establish a career as a senior electronic technician, working for Heintz Division/Kelsey-Hayes for over 35 years. In addition, he served in the Army Infantry during the Korean War.
Gil enjoyed woodworking, going on trips and cruises with his family, and rooting for the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. In his younger years, he appreciated motorcycle riding, and camping and fishing trips with his sons. He also enjoyed time spent with his large family as the undeniable patriarch.
Gil was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Irene Gardiner (Jack), Doris Daniele (Tony), Dolores Quinn (Tom), and Al. He was also proceeded by the untimely deaths of his daughter, Edie, and son, John, as well as his beloved dog, Buddy.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 69 years, Catharine (Katie), two sisters in-law, Marion, and EJ Richmond and his children, Bill (Yudith), Lorrie, Kathy, Mary Gimbel (Keith), Jeannie and Carolyn Mattingly (Dave), and daughter in-law, Holly. He will also be dearly missed by his 31 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.
The Celebration of Life will be as follows:
Saturday, October 16, 2021
10:00am- Inurnment at Forest Hills Cemetery, 25 Byberry Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
11:30am- Memorial Service at Grace United Methodist Church, 295 S Main Street, Telford, PA 18969
Family and friends are invited to continue the Life Celebration over a meal in the form of a Luncheon of which is to follow the Memorial Service.
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