Wayne Grotjan

Wayne Grotjan, 75, of Branson West Missouri, died 8:37 P.M., Friday, February 8, 2008, at Skaggs Hospital, Branson, Missouri. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:30 P.M., followed by a Memorial Service from 7:30 to 8:00 P.M., Thursday, March 20, 2008, at Brintlinger & Earl Funeral Home, Decatur, IL. The family requests casual attire.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association.Wayne was born June 6, 1932, in Dalton, Missouri, the son of Gus and Ardith (Beckett) Grotjan. He married Gloria Sue Richardson on February 11, 1951, in Decatur, IL.Wayne worked at Staleys for 22 years. He retired from ADM after 12 years of service. His work at ADM took him to many cities and countries where he made many friends. He enjoyed woodcarving, birdwatching, and gourmet cooking. His sense of humor and story telling will be especially missed.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sue of Branson West Missouri; son Kent (Michelle) Grotjan of Lafayette, Indiana; daughters Gail Rezai of Weatherford, Texas, Gwen (Ron) Miller of Decatur, Illinois, Sherry (Mark) Metzger of San Antonio, Texas; 10 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brothers Stanley (Delores) Grotjan of Bend, Oregon and Roger (Janie) Grotjan of Decatur, Illinois.He was preceded in death by his parents.Condolences may be left to the family at www.brintlingerandearl.com. "
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