Obituary of Al Groth Jr.
Hilton - Alfred C. Groth Jr., "Big Al", passed away on September 18, 2024 at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Eleonore; his children, Christel (David) Simpson, Lorraine Weitz, Theressa (Douglas) Charles, and Al Groth; his grandchildren, Ian Simpson, Steven and Michael Weitz, Matthew and Nathan (Mary) Callahan, and Kayla Groth; his step-brother, Daniel (Ada) Van Dorn; his step-sister, Joan Van Dorn; and his great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Al was predeceased by his parents, Alfred (Marion) C. Groth Sr. and Madeline (Edward) Leederman.
Al was a Veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Eastman Kodak Co., where he worked as a team leader in roll coating. He was a life member of Northstar Sportsman's Club, a life member of Brockport Conservation Club, a member of Lime Gun Club, and was in the Hall of Fame for Inland Waters Trap League. He enjoyed hunting and was in the Pope and Young record book, trap shooting, fishing, trapping, baseball, hockey, and football. Family was everything, and he will be deeply missed by his family.
Friends and family are welcome to a Celebration of Life on Saturday October 5, 2024 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at 749 North Hamlin Rd., Hilton NY 14468.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pluta Cancer Center, 125 Red Creek Dr, Rochester, NY 14623 in Alfred's memory. To donate online, click on the charity name.
