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Andrew C. Ware posted a condolence
Sunday, January 6, 2013
I was greatly saddened upon learning of the death of Steve. My brother Lawrie and I were both at A.P.S.together in the Fifties.Our Mother was a close and old friend their Mother from before the War,the common denominator however for both generations was horses and hunting.
I shall always remember what a wonderful rider Steve was and I am not surprised that he dedicated so much of his life to horses and racing.
To his wife and family,and to his brother Geoffrey, Lawrie and I wish to send our deepest sympathy.
Andrew C. Ware
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F Gary Handfield posted a condolence
Monday, December 31, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day.
Gary & Sheila
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Ralph Courtney posted a condolence
Thursday, December 27, 2012
Steve could make me laugh when almost no one else could. He often presented a gruff exterior but somehow clearly showed that he cared about others tremendously. His admiration for his wife and family and theirs for him was always so evident. He will always remain one of my heroes. My thoughts and prayers are with you, his family, who were so fortuate to have been the objects of his love.
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Kathy A Volunteer Minister posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
To The Groat family,
I'm very sorry to have read in the obituaries that your family has experienced the pain of losing a loved one in death. During this time of mourning, I would like to express my sincere condolence at the loss of your loved one and I pray everything is going as well as can be expected. With sincere sympathy to the family may these understanding thoughts help somehow to convey the sympathy that hearts can feel but words can never say. May God comfort you at this time of sorrow and bless your family and may you find comfort in persistent prayers, as “the peace of God that excels all thought will guard your heart and your mental powers.” Phil. 4:7
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T.Kelly posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family. Losing a dear loved can leave a very empty space in ones life. Please find strength, hope, and comfort in the God of Comfort. 2Cor.1:3,4
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Angela Little and Tate Hilliard posted a condolence
Saturday, December 22, 2012
We want to wish condolences to the whole Groat family. We always enjoyed Steve's wit and wisdom, his laugh was contagious, and we admired his courage. We will miss him.
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Alan Cohen posted a condolence
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Jeannie,
Susan and I want to express our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. During the short time that I spent with Steve,I was fortunate to see his spirit,courage and bravery on display. I am sure that his love for you, his family and friends had a lot to do with that. It is hard to imagine the "treatments" he underwent in his battles with cancer. His attitude and demeanor hid his constant pain. He was in every sense of the word heroic. I hope that you and your family can take comfort in the fact that to know Steve and be counted amoungst his friends and admirers was truly an honor.
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Richard & Mandy Pitman posted a condolence
Friday, December 21, 2012
Although I had seen Steve and Jeanie in Ireland just two months ago,it came as a devistating shock to hear he had drawn his last breath as for ten years he had seemed indestructable in the face of his illness. Having flown back to the States across the Atlantic he shrugged off jet lag to travel eight hours to attend a senior stewards meeting of the National Steeplechase Association,the man was made of steel. He was such a good friend to us and if a man can love another man, then I did. Happily his genes have passed to his daughters and the world is a better place for having Steve Groat among us. Jeanie, albeit barely five feet tall was very much a 50% part of this family and has shone through as a 110 pound ball of gold. We cannot attend Steve's memorial service but with another of his English friends ,Edward Gillespie,we will be walking in the hills above Cheltenham Racecourse on the 5th to pay our respects to an unforgetable man.
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Ann Schilling posted a condolence
Monday, December 17, 2012
Jeannie and Molly, I am so sad to hear about Steve's passing. I will always remember him and you all from Amy's time at Chatham Hall. Steve was so good to her as well as your entire family.We all have many happy memories of spending time with you. I'm sorry too that we did not have the pleasure of hosting you here on the Shields River for fishing. Had I known he was such an avid fly fisherman I would have kept hounding you to come out to our place. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Ann Schilling
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Bob Shirley posted a condolence
Saturday, December 15, 2012
While I only knew Steve for a few months, I felt I had known him for a long time. He was warm and humerous and could make any day better with his wit and wisdom. I will miss him.
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Louise Mellon posted a condolence
Friday, December 14, 2012
Steve's passing is a loss for all of us in Aiken. We will miss this truly remarkable and spirited man.
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Gail Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Our sincere sympathy to the Groat family. We havel lost a great friend!
With loving thoughts,
Gail & Ham Clark
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Michele & rob cahill posted a condolence
Thursday, December 13, 2012
We are so blessed to have known you. Words cannot express the sadness in our hearts to have lost such a great man who touched so many and will be so greatly missed. We love you and we will cherish the time we spent with you. Rest in peace dear friend.
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Ellie Debenham posted a condolence
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Gosh there really is no way to express how sorry I am. I'm so grateful I've had the chance to catch up with you all again over the past few years. Bless you all. Ellie
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Sue Cassidy posted a condolence
Thursday, December 13, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Groat family for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
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Jason & Liz Smith & Family posted a condolence
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Our deepest sympathy and condolences. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Casey and Bryan Young posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
We will remember Steve fondly and pray that you feel the Lord's arms around you.
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Amy Schilling posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Groat Family. Steve was a wonderful man and I am blessed to have known him. He was my South Carolina Dad while I was in High School with Molly. He shared with me his love and passion for horses that I will never forget. He was a truly wonderful person.
All my love.
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Cille & Nield Hay posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Jeanne, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Steve. We always had Hope for him and many prayers were said for him. It was our pleasure to have known him and for me to work with him. He was a good man.
May God Bless you and the family.
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Anne & Mike Carr-Hartley posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Words cannot express how much we are saddened by Steve's passing. We will miss him deeply and think of Jeannie and him often.He was such an inspiration to us all, not to mention the life of the party, and brightened up every event. So sorry for your loss.
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Carol Black posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Jeannie--I am so sorry for your loss.
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Rep. Bill and Donna Taylor posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Jeannie and the entire Grout family, as well as all of Steve's friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve "beat the odds" so many times! May many happy memories and God's great love help carry you through this most difficult time.
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Steve Hurt posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Molly, Jeannie, and family: I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing as I know he struggled long but was a true and tough survivor. My thoughts and prayers go to all of you and as time goes on you will all eventually be at peace knowing that Steve is in his proper heavenly place and anxiously awaiting to once again be reunited with family.
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Bill Price posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Steve was a good friend and always made me laugh. What a sprit and a true warrior. Steve, you will be missed by many who loved and admired him. God Bless you Steve!
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Terry Schilling posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Steve's death and I willing be praying for the family during the days and weeks ahead. I feel blessed to have known Steve and will miss seeing him at Tri-Development Center.
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John A. Murphy posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Steve was a warm and fun man, and will be sorely missed by all who had the good fortune to know him.
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Rob Harrington posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Jeannie,
Our prayers are with you and Avery, Rowan and Ella, and the entire Groat family. On behalf of all APS Alumni, we will miss Steve dearly and, along with so many of the Old Boys, know his energy will always be a part of these halls.
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Jennifer Pruiett posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
It's hard to put into words how Steve inspired people, whether you knew him as family, mentor, or friend. Together with Jeannie, he created a wonderful life and a beautiful family and extended family of friends. To know Steve was to have a wonderful person full of wisdom, caring, giving and true friendship by your side. The Groat family and the community of Aiken lost a true champion today. We love you, Steve, and will miss you.
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Lisa J. Hall posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
It was a privilege to know Steve. He always kept me laughing and I admired him greatly. My prayers are with his family and friends during this time.
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