It is with heavy hearts that the Grohal family announce the sudden passing of their beloved husband, adored father and Opa, Wilhelm Grohal on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Collingwood General and Marine Hospital..
Dad immigrated to Canada in 1955 for a better life and soon met his forever love, Elfriede. Together they crafted a life based on hard work and old fashioned family values. Our father and mother worked tirelessly to ensure that we all could enjoy a life rich with love, cherished memories and endless opportunities.
Our fondest memories of Dad include his favourite form of therapy: watering his cedar hedge and nurturing the flora and fauna on his country property in Brampton. Long days at work often ended in forays into the trees (prompting Mum to purchase a ranch dinner bell to rein him in for supper). Dad put his heart and soul into everything he did which included building his company Grohal Construction. One of his earlier passions was to develop a community in the town of Everett.
Dad was first and foremost a family man. He was also innovative, creative and generous to a fault. If anyone asked his help Dad would always step up to do whatever was in his power to lend a hand.
Willi leaves behind to mourn his wife of 62 years Elfriede (Baier), his daughter Heidi (Stephen), his son Andrew (Anne) and his 4 grandchildren: Christopher (Katrina), Patrick, Julie and Samantha.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Wednesday, September 15 from noon until time of memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Please click the link to register a time
Following the service a reception will be held at Casamici Trattoria, 1 Queensgate Boulevard Unit 20, Bolton.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Bette Rayfield
Stephen and I are so sorry to learn of Wilhelms passing. Our deepest regards and sympathy to all the Grohal family, he will be missed.
Gino, Angelo and Tina Egizii
To the family of Wilhelm Grohal, Our condolences for the loss of your Husband and Father.
Your Husband and Father has passed on, but his thoughts, hopes and dreams live on.
Someone so special can never be forgotten, May his soul rest in Peace.
From your friends Gino, Angelo and Tina Egizii
Piane / Quintal
So sorry to hear of the passing of our long time neighbour and as we knew him, Mr. Grohal. Cherish the many memories you have made over the years. May he Rest In Peace,
Mario Piane, Erma and Joe Quintal and Family
Patrick Cassin
Condolences to Andrew and the family.
Sean Giblin
Condolences, sympathies and prayers for the family of Wilhelm Grohal whose loss is exemplified by the loving tribute eulogy and photograph. Thank you for sharing these memories. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely Sean, Gerald Giblin, Trudi, John Stillwell, Kathleen, Mike Doge, Sheila, Terry Morris.