Birth date: Mar 5, 1954 Death date: Feb 4, 2008
Mr. George A. Grabinski, age 53, died Monday, February 4, 2008, at Mercy General Health Partners in Muskegon. He was born on March 5, 1954 in Muskegon, the eighth of 12 children to William and Julianna Grabinski. He attended St Read Obituary
We were saddened to hear of George's passing. Many of our family members knew him and will always remember his friendliness and smile. We extend our heartfelt condolences to all of you and pray for your healing and comfort.##imported-begin##The Varela Family##imported-end##
George and I became close friends in high school through our shared love of music. He was a very fine trombonist, and I loved hearing him play. He also seemed able to transcend the self-consciousness many teens contend with, and had a gift for reaching out to everyone. Although George was in the grade ahead of me, he would often stop me in the hall just to find out what new flute music I was working on. What a sweet guy! He was always kind, deeply caring, and applauded the accomplishments of his friends.
Also, he had a great sense of humor. I remember several times, the two of us just laughing ourselves silly. What a great memory for me!
In more recent years, Rick and I began connecting with George on our frequent trips to Muskegon, especially through St. Michael's. He was so proud of his nieces and nephews, and always shared with us their accomplishments and most recent pictures.
The last long conversation I had with him took place this past fall. He confided in me many of his dreams for the future, and we talked about our memories of his Dad. I'll always cherish that day.
I am very sad he left us so soon and I'll miss him a lot, but I know this world is a better place because of George and I am honored that he considered me as one of his good friends.
Our sincerest condolences to his family. Jane Sytek and Rick Davies
www.fusionfolk.com##imported-begin##Jane Sytek and Rick Davies##imported-end##
To the entire Grabinski family:
We are in FL but saw that George had passed and had a call from Jami, back home telling us. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. What great neighbors you were to us on OLD Woodside Rd in Roosevelt Park! You were all great friends and wonderful family neighbors.
May God Bless.
Sincerely, Jo and Jerry Privasky and family##imported-begin##Jo and Jerry Privasky##imported-end##
Dear Sue, Bob and family,
We read of your brother, George's passing in the online Chronicle and want to extend our condolences to you. Please know that we are praying for God's peace for all of you. We will be home the week after Easter and hope to see you then. God Bless you all.
Harold and Peg Shields##imported-begin##Harold and Peg Shields##imported-end##
I am saddened at this loss to the Grabinski family. I would run into George 3 or 4 times a year. He was such a happy person and would always take the time to talk when our paths would cross. He was truely a nice person. My sincere condolences go out to everyone in the Grabinski family.
Respectfully,
Mike Lenkiewicz##imported-begin##Mike Lenkiewicz##imported-end##
George was one of nicest, kindest persons I have known. Our condolences regarding your lose. God Bless You.##imported-begin##Dan Johnson and Family##imported-end##
Prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you.##imported-begin##Arlene Bisson##imported-end##
We send our sincere sympathy to the Grabinski family. I have fond memories of George from our many Grabinski-Rositch family gatherings in years past.##imported-begin##Monica and Rick Collett##imported-end##
My deepest sympathy especially to Paul and Jan Grabinski with whom I attended St Michael's and Catholic Central.
I remember George playing trombone in the band with us. He was very talented and alot of fun.
I will keep your family in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Rochelle
Tampa,FL##imported-begin##Rochelle (Waldo) Escarcega##imported-end##
To the Grabinski family,
Dick and I, as well as my mother Phyllis Bianchi-Dawson, would like to extend our sincere sympathy in the passing of George. Sue, I can remember coming over to your house when we were in high school and listening to George practicing on his trombone. That was just the beginning of what an accomplished musician he would become. The music seemed to run through his soul. Whenever Dick and I were in Muskegon and would run into George, he was always welcoming and friendly. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with your family.
With love,
Dick and Lisa Dorato
Due to the weather, we cannot make the visitation. If weather conditions improve, we will be at the funeral.##imported-begin##Dick and Lisa Dorato##imported-end##
