Christopher J. Gruver

Christopher J. Gruver

Chris Gruver, 45, of Hawkeye, died Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at Unity Point/Allen Hospital in Waterloo.

Celebration of life services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2016, at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Hawkeye with Rev. Jim Harbaugh officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the service.

Christopher James, son of Terrance and Carol Morf Gruver, was born August 18, 1971, at Waterloo, Iowa. He received his education in the Cedar Falls Schools. Chris was a self-employed tractor mechanic and lived in Hawkeye for several years.

He is survived by his father, Terry Gruver of Traer; four daughters, Cassaundra Huwald of Mauston, Wisconsin, Jacqlynne Chizewsky of Tucson, Arizona, and Emma and Caroline Gruver of Hawkeye; one granddaughter, Kalli Small; a brother, Josh Brayton of Sumner; a nephew, Derek Brayton; and his step father, John Kaiserlik of Hawkeye.

Chris was preceded in death by his mother, Carol; aunt, Jan Morf; uncle, Jim Morf; and sister-in-law, Heather Brayton.

Linda Snyder Anderson on November 14, 2016 at 2:50 PM said:

I knew you as a baby. Your mother and I met at Pitze's in Waterloo when we were both about 17 years old or so. We and another girl bonded for several years, but then I lost touch. I didn't know about your mom until a few months ago when I tried to find her to see about reconnecting. You were a cute baby...I am sure you grew into a handsome young man. So sorry to read about your passing.

Larry & Kathie on November 4, 2016 at 5:39 PM said:

One wonders why things like this happens but then we left on earth drudging on thinking how we could have made a difference in his life. Our sincere sympathy a year after we lost a grandson of our own. IT'S NOT EASY

Marc Lappe on November 4, 2016 at 4:29 PM said:

We were both the new kids in town when we 1st met in 8th grade. It seemed like life would last forever and the fun times could never end. Your quick witted humor and quest for an adventure was fun and contagious. Rest in piece.

Andrea Crippen on November 1, 2016 at 8:59 AM said:

RIP Chris Gruver. I've known you since I was 13 years old. I will choose to remember the 15 year old I met before this crazy thing we call life happened. Peace.

Christina on October 28, 2016 at 12:51 PM said:

I believe you are at peace finally, the amount of pain and suffering you endured the last two years was unbearable to see you go through. We've been a part of each others lives since our moms were friends back in the 70's. Words can't describe the sadness I feel---but my last visit with you was memorable and I will cherish it forever, It's your turn to look after me, side by side, through thick and thin like always. I know your in heaven-Tell your Momma-Aunt Jan & Uncle Jim Hello for me. I Love You...Until we meet again.....

joanne olson on October 25, 2016 at 10:09 PM said:

I hope you are finally at peace. You have suffered so much the last few years. Love ya.

george eager on October 25, 2016 at 7:02 PM said:

REST IN PEACE GROVE,SEE YA LATER

Amy regan on October 24, 2016 at 4:51 PM said:

you will be missed dearly. hope you're able to find peace now. much love and respect always.

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