Jean Carol Gruell, age 88, of Gladstone, passed away early Sunday morning, April 24, 2022 at the Bishop Noa Home in Escanaba.
Jean was born April 29,1933, in Escanaba, MI, the daughter of Ed and Esther (Trentin) Goodreau. She was raised in the Soo Hill and Bay View area.
On June 29, 1973, Jean was united in marriage to Jerome Gruell in Iron Mountain and they made their home in the Gladstone area.
Jean loved to travel. She also liked helping Jerome clear woods with his John Deere tractor in their special place in the woods.
Her family remembers her enjoyment of cooking and baking for her family, and playing cards and games.
The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff at Bishop Noa Home for their outstanding care.
Jean is survived by:
Sons: Dan Johnson of Escanaba, MI
David (Heather) Gruell of St. Clair, MI
Daughters: Vicki Johnson of Escanaba, MI
Janet Schaal of Crystal Falls, MI
Sandra (James) Tasma of Grand Rapids, MI
Sister: Kay (Rod) Ewert of DePere, WI
Sister-in-Law: Beverly Goodreau of Green Bay, WI
9 GrandChildren
14 Great Grandchildren
And Several Nieces and Nephews
Jean is preceded in death by:
Parents
Husband: Jerome “Joe” Gruell
2 Brothers: Donald and Joe Goodreau of Green Bay
Son-in-law: Richard Schaal of Crystal Falls, MI
Family will receive friends on Thursday, April 28, 2022 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. A funeral service will follow at 4:00 PM with Pastor John Ruege, Jr. officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Dew Drop in Gladstone. Jean will be interred at the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells, MI. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Gruell family.
Sr. Eden Orlino, SPC - Hongkong, China , Ch
Rest In Peace, Jean. Thank you for the beautiful visits with you at Bishop Noa Home. Our evening conversations at the foyer is especially remembered. Deep condolences to Vicky and family.
Bud Lemire - Escanaba, MI
She was a really nice lady and I enjoyed chatted with her at Lakeview and Bishop Noa Home, as a Senior Companion. She loved her pigs and collected anything on pigs. She loved playing games. I’ll miss her. But am glad to have had time visiting with her.
Carol King - Gladstone , Mi
Kay, Vicki and Danny so sorry to hear of Jeanie’s passing. Have lots of good memories of all of you when I was young. Still miss Uncle Ed and Aunt Esther. Those were the good old days. Sorry I can’t be there as I’m in Green Bay for a baby shower. Know there are prayers for those who are gone and hugs for those who are here.