Ernest Charles Grogg, 80

PITTSBURGH – Ernest Charles Grogg, a longtime resident of Chester, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital following a one-month illness. He was 80 years old.

Born on July 16, 1943, in East Liverpool, Ernie was a son of the late Arthur Raymond Grogg and Mary Ellen Howell Grogg. A lifetime area resident, he graduated from Wells High School with the Class of 1963 and went on to earn a degree from Cincinnati Bible Seminary.

A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Ernie honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he dedicated his skills to Firestone Tire and Rubber in East Liverpool as a mechanic and later at the Weirton location.

Ernie was a member of the 1st Church of Christ in Newell and actively participated in the DAV Chapter 47, Chester American Legion Post 121, VFW Post 6450 in Chester, and the American Legion Post 374. His commitment to his fellow veterans was evident through his involvement with the Tri-State Veterans Burial Group.

Known affectionately as "Mr. Fix-it," Ernie was always ready to lend a helping hand. His exceptional ability to repair anything, from plumbing to electrical work, made him a cherished friend to many in need.

He is survived by his daughter, Charlene Grecsek and her husband, Tim, and three sons, Ernest Raymond Grogg and his wife, Olesya, Edward Paul Grogg and his wife, Karla, and Richard Raymond Grogg, along with a stepson, Brian Wertz and his wife June. He leaves behind a legacy that includes twelve grandchildren: Timothy Ernest Grecsek, Joshua Matthew Grecsek, Karina Grogg, Devon Grogg, Jonathan Ernest Grogg, Andrew Benjamin Grogg, Garrett Xavier Grogg, Morgan Elizabeth Grogg, Aaron Diaz, Shane Nikolas Taubert, and Leah Kay Grogg and Eathen Cordell Grogg, and numerous great-grandchildren.

Ernie is also survived by one sister, Ruby Allen West, and two brothers, Jerry Grogg West and Raymond Grogg. Special friends who were like family include Jenny and Neil McLaughlin and their children, Brian Chafins and Rebecca Kennedy.

Friends may visit Thursday, July 11th, at the Dawson Funeral Home where the family will be present from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held Friday, July 12th, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Ernie will be laid to rest at Shadow Lawn Memory Gardens in Newell with military honors provided by the Chester Honor Guard.

Following the service, family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center for fellowship and to celebrate Ernie's life.

Memorial tributes may take the form contributions to benefit the Chester Honor Guard veteran burial group. Gifts can be made in care of the American Legion Post 121, 404 Carolina Avenue, Chester WV 26034, attention Mary Thorn.