Bernice A. Gruba
January 10, 2012
Age 94 Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma. Born March 7, 1917 in St. Paul and died peacefully on January 10, 2012. Welcoming her into heaven are her husband, Leo; parents, Mary and Joe Steiner; brothers, Rich, Bob and Jim; grandson, Ricky and great grandson, Oliver. She is survived by her sons, Lee (Emily), Ed (Mary), Dennis (Julie) and Jerry; grandchildren, Lori, Jodie, David, Kris, Dan, Mike, Tony, and Missy; step-grandchildren, Sheldon and Cheryl; great grandchildren, Leo, Grace, Cooper, Cullen, Natalie, Ellen, Mason and Kellan; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. Bernie graduated from Mechanic Arts H.S., class of 1935; worked at Snelling Laundry and then at Midway Hospital as head cook while raising four boys. Shell be remembered as a loving mother who was hardworking, generous and had a great sense of humor. She enjoyed playing with her Womens Poker Club for 50 years. A very special thanks to her niece, Sue for all her love and care to Bernie throughout the years. A gathering of family and friends will be held 4-8 PM on Monday, January 16th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Dr. SW, Forest Lake. Family interment will be held in Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to donors choice.
Sorry to hear of the loss of a fine lady. I am happy to have known her.
Iam so very sorry for your great loss, Bernie was a wonderful person, always had a smile for everyone. I liked her very much. May all the family memories help all of her family through this time, I’m sure the memories are special. Sandy Claussen
When I was 16 years old while sitting on the front steps Bernie asked me if I wanted a cigarette. She said you might as well smoke in front of me now. That was a big step for me. I quit smoking cigarettes at 22 while in the Navy. I’m sure she bit her tongue a few time with us boys breaking things and getting into other troubles. She was a great mom and a good friend. I was so lucky to have her. Thanks MOM. Eddie