Lawrence Griess's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2025 in Sutton, Nebraska

Lawrence Griess

September 17, 1933 - February 12, 2025 (91 years old)

Sutton, Nebraska

Lawrence Griess's obituary , Passed away on February 12, 2025 in Sutton, Nebraska

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sutton Memorial Chapel and McLaughlin Funeral Chapel

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Lawrence Griess

September 17, 1933 - February 12, 2025 (91 years old)

Sutton, Nebraska

Lawrence Griess Obituary

We bid farewell to Lawrence Griess of Sutton, Nebraska, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 12, 2025 at the age of 91. Lawrence touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lawrence Griess to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gideon Griess and Johanna Griess; his siblings, Robert, Wesley Griess, Mary Ann Shunkwiler and Kathleen Harrison; his siblings-in-law, Kenneth Shunkwiler, Claton Frieden, Earl Frieden, Gerald Crone, Sharon Kay Griess, Sharon Ann Griess, Velda Frieden and Barbara Frieden; his niece Lori Nelson; and his nephews, Craig Crone and Adam Shunkwiler.

He is survived by: his wife Opal Frieden; his children, Gail Griess (Deb) of Sutton, Beth Fitzke (Ron) of Harvard and Joni Griess of Garden City, KS; his siblings, Don Griess (Karen), Kenneth Griess (Carol), Inez Krass (Don), Jeannine Rath, Aldine Rowe (Ron) and Erna Griess; his siblings-in-law, Bob Harrison, Ila Nelson (Wayne) and Sherrill Crone; and his extended family, Bill Blumer (Joyce), Jessica Fruchtl (AJ), Cade, Jack, Reed Fruchtl, Stephanie Laetsch (Matt), Gina Osterhaus and Abigail Osterhaus. He is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Emmanuel Reformed Church or the Sutton Community Home Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sutton Memorial Chapel and McLaughlin Funeral Chapel



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Feb 16

Visitation

Sutton Memorial Chapel
804 S Saunders Ave, Sutton, NE 68979

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Feb 17

Funeral service

Emmanuel Reformed Church
110 S Way Ave, Sutton, NE 68979

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