Stanley Groover - Obituary

tanley "Stan" Groover, 77, a 27-year resident of Millersville and previously of Crofton, died on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center of cancer after a lengthy illness. Born August 8, 1934 in Lebanon, IN, he received his Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in 1956 and a Master of Science degree from San Jose State College in 1962. Stan worked for the Raytheon Company; retiring after 30 years. He enjoyed attending antique shows, visiting flea markets and Grand Prix racing. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Rozella Groover and one brother, David Groover. Stan is survived by his wife, Gloria Groover; two daughters, Valerie McMenamin and her husband, Kevin of Annapolis and Kimberly Hughes and her husband, Brian of Palm City, FL; two grandsons, Drew and Sean McMenamin; and two granddaughters, Lindsay and Caroline Hughes. A memorial service will be held at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater on Saturday, August 4 at 11am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401 or The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 3344, Annapolis, MD 21403.