Edward Gruca

Edward Gruca, Jr., 72, a resident of Morrisville, Vermont and formerly a resident of Rehoboth, Massachusetts for over 40 years, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Copley Hospital in Morrisville, Vermont.  He was born June 1, 1944 in Fall River, Massachusetts and grew up in Warren, Rhode Island, the son of Edward Gruca, Sr. and Laura Mello Gruca. 

Ed is survived by his wife, Audrey Lush Gruca, his children Peter Gruca, Jill Gruca of Warwick, Rhode Island, Katie Reen and husband Thomas of Stowe, Vermont and his grandson Joshua Clinton Reen.  He is also survived by his brothers Alan Sylvia and his wife Laurie, Ronald Sylvia and his wife Deborah, and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Ed was in the Rhode Island Army National Guard for six years spending most of his time as Military Police.  He spent his career in construction as a Project Superintendent for major Boston construction companies.  As President of the Rehoboth Baseball Association, he helped purchased the Martin Street Fields and restored The Grange to ensure local children could enjoy playing baseball and softball for years to come.  He enjoyed golfing, watching New England Sports, especially the Patriots, but most of all, he enjoyed playing with his grandson and spending time with his family and friends making memories. 

A special thank you to the Morrisville Police Officers, EMTs, doctors, nurses, and others at Copley Hospital and Dartmouth for your efforts on October 8, 2016.  Your kindness will never be forgotten. 

Visiting Hours will be held Sunday, October 16, 2016 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm in J.H. WILLIAMS & CO. FUNERAL HOME, 210 Taunton Avenue, East Providence. 

As an avid animal lover, in lieu of flowers please make a contribution in Ed’s memory to North Country Animal League, 16 Mountain View Meadows Road in Morrisville, VT 05661 or your local animal shelter.

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