William Dale Grossman
March 25, 1952 ~ October 15, 2014
Born in:
geneva, PA
Resided in:
Meadville, PA
William Dale Grossman, 62, of Meadville, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at his residence.
He was born in Geneva, PA on March 25, 1952, a son of Tom and Edna Brooks Grossman. On April 7, 1993 he married Catherine Reichel, she survives.
William enjoyed fishing, hunting, cats, computers, any music, and most of all he loved his family.
He was part Seneca Indian with his Indian name, Eagle Heart. He was in the AirForce, Army, National Guard and a member of the V.F.W. Post 52.
William is survived by his loving wife, Catherine, of 21 years; a daughter, Dawn Kesslar of Kentucky; three grandchildren; two sisters, Lorna Borger of Bellefonte, PA and Debora of Texas.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Angela.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 21st at 1:00pm at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on William's Book of Memories online at www.roofnercollinswarrenfh.com
William's arrangements are in the care of Roofner-Collins-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Inc., 544 Chestnut Street, Meadville.
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Rest in peace, brother. I am glad our paths crossed in this life and that we enjoyed some quality time over the last 10 years. Thank you for your service to your country – and thank you for inviting me into your life. May your memory be eternal!
Rich Anton
Bill Grossman was my Crazy Cousin. We met up every Memorial Day for a fun weekend of Pow Wow Dancing. My daughter Annaliese Ogden loved Bill so much. If was a blast to connect with him at our Mauk family reunion and go over our family tree. He was very proud of his native heritage and to be a Veteran. He was honored to dance at Pow Wows. Annaliese is so sad to lose Bill. She had given him a special painted eagle feather. She would giggle every year he would tell her the same story of his wooden eagle breast plate that he wore with his native regalia. He was very connected to Annaliese, not only because she danced with him, but he said she was special for being born on Veteran’s Day. He had such a pure infectious laugh that made you enjoy his stories. He loved talking about fishing for Perch and how the eagles would always sore above him. On Wednesday, Annaliese and I were driving home in Conneaut Lake, all of a sudden an eagle swooped down in plain sight in front of us and landed in a bare tree beside us… At that time, I did not know my dear cousin had past… but I am positive that eagle was letting me know he had taken Bill to our creator. I remember when Bill was telling me about how many branches of the military he had served in, I had first thought, “no way… He’s stretching it” but then when he was showing me everything on his regalia… I was awe struck! What an honor to call him my family. What an honor to have him serve more than his share for our freedom. He is a true warrior with the noble heart of an eagle… Cousin Bill… I will burn sage in your honor and Annaliese will dance in your honor… We love you and your spirit will always be with us… Love Suetta Hoffman & Annaliese Ogden
Cathy and family,
We love you and pray for you and your family.
Dan and Kerry
Im sending this message on Karren Ellisons request she says shes sorry to hear about your loss,she didn’t personally knew him but thru Catherine.We both send our condolence.
Bill was my cousin. My husband and I are very sad he is gone. Please accept our heartfeld condolences. Our thoughts are with you.
Although we have not seen each other in years I’ve always had great memories of Bill teaching me to play chess. He beat me for about 5 years before I won my first game with him. We always were playing with his dog and pet goose.
Berk
Bill was my cousin Gary remembers going to grandparents house and bill would be there are thoughts and prayers are with you he will be missed
Your family is in our prayers so that you may have comfort now in the coming days, peace of mind, and rest.
Bill was a dedicated member of Veterans of the Vietnam War Post 52 and his brotherhood was cherished by all who knew him. He was so proud of his uniform and of his heritage that he wore underneath that uniform.
We are better for having known Bill.
Cathy,
I was so sorry to hear of Bill passing.
How blessed we (Post 52 Family) all were to have Bill in our lives and a part of Post 52.
I am so glad that Bill was able to participate in the Vigil and the Ride this year and thankful that I had the chance to talk with him for quite sometime at both events.
I’ve known you two for many years and feel honored to call you “family”.
Take Care and much love to you.
I know it will be hard to live without you, dad. With every day and every moment I miss you more and more. I wish you were still here with Cathy, Me and the rest of us. However, I know you are no longer in pain and you you will always be in our memories. We Love You!!! Rest in Peace daddy.
Cathy,
I just learned of Bill’s death today. I offer you my sincere condolences and prayers. Words fail me at this time but know that I will continue to keep you in my prayers.
In Christ’s Love,
Paul Vamos