Milo Grove, Jr.
December 11, 1929 ~ March 9, 2002
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Mr. Grove was born in Mascot, TN, and was a son of the late Cheatum Milo Grove, Sr. and Bertha Vesser Grove. He was also preceded in death by a son, Chet Grove III, who died in 1986.
He was a 1950 graduate of Knoxville High School and 1955 graduate of Tennessee Tech. He was a former employee of Dayco and Boeing before joining BASF and retiring in 1992 as a mechanical engineer. He was also a gemologist and former member of the Asheville Gem and Mineral Club.
He was a member and former deacon of Biltmore Baptist Church and a member of Fletcher Baptist Church. He attended Long Shoals Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Barbara Chase Grove; one son, Marty Grove of Arden; one sister, Lucy Clifton of Rutledge, TN; one sister-in-law of Doris Grove of Corryton, TN; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 6:30 pm Tuesday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian, 72 Long Shoals Road, with the Rev. Roger Rearden officiating. Graveside services will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday at Shepherd Memorial Park.
His family will receive friends Tuesday evening at the funeral home immediately following the service and request that memorials be made to Long Shoals Baptist Church Building Fund, Long Shoals Road, Arden, NC 28704.
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
I loved Milo. I loved visiting with him, and hearing his wonderful stories. I loved it best when he talked about his dear son Chet. He even told me the story of the star he saw when Chet died. I loved hearing the wonderful accomplishments of his son Marty. He was so very proud of Marty, and the great man that he has become. Milo always seemed to love life and God. He shared many things with me that helped me in my own life and in my own faith. I loved Milo and I will mis him greatly. I will remember him as a true friend and someone that has left a huge impression on my life. I feel honored to have had the many visits with him and to have known him. I will miss you Milo! Please say hello to my Mom and Dick for me, and tell them I love them.
Always in my heart.
Robbie
With Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Milo Grove – ‘Remember that you are not alone, and you are dearly loved,
And you have many friends who truly care;
Who want to help you lift the heavy burden on your heart,
And constantly remember you in thought and prayer’
Milo and I woked together in Engineering for most
of my career at Am.Enka and BASF until he retired.
I considered the ‘Doctor’ a true friend and will miss
him very much. I have fond memories of Milo. I
would like to express my conlolences to the family
and let you know we’re thinking about you.
May God Bless!
Ken Wilson
Marty and Family,so sorry about the passing of your loved one. You are in my prayers and will be thinking of you during this difficult time. You are not alone during this time and we love you dearly. Marty you are such a wonderful person and a great inspiration to all. Glenda Cannon
Was so surprised when I read the paper this morning about Milo.
Barbara, hope you are doing OK and please except my fondest regards for you and your son.
I worked with Milo at Enka for many years. When Corporate Engineering and related services were terminated at Enka, I transferred to the Morganton location. Milo was a sweet person and he never failed to greet me with a smile. I was sorry to hear about his sickness. I will be thinking of the family as you go through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Brenda Wynne
Milo and I worked together in Engineering. I always had the greatest respect for his engineering knowledge and the fact that he always would take the time to help someone with a problem. I am glad to have known him and worked with him. My condolences to the family.
Ophard
Our thoughts are with Barb and the family.
Joe & Betty LeBlanc, Internet Friends
Barbara, I was so sorry to hear about Milo. I know you have been through a lot and I will be praying for you and thinking of you. I am trying to get over a severe sinus infection….been sick since Thursday, Feb. 28th and didn’t think I needed to be out, but wanted you to know I was thinking of you.
Love you….Nadine
Barbara,
We are very sorry to hear about Milo.It seems like it has been a lifetime since we were at French Broad. I think of you often and our GA class. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
The Tranthams
We will all miss a TRUE friend with Milo’s passing. I know he will enjoy being with the rest of his family that is already in Heaven! Milo certainly touched everyones life in a way that no one can forget.
Barbara, I don’t know if you remember me or not, but I am Betty Ponder, and I used to babysit for you and Milo, as well as Linda and Eddie Ponder and Delona Greene.
I just wanted to express my sympathy to you and Marty.
May you receive a peace that passeth all understanding and I pray you and Marty will feel God’s grace through this difficult time.
Betty Ponder
I’m so sorry to hear of Milo’s death. Milo and I worked together for 30+ years and even car pooled together for a time. I thought a lot of him, and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb and Marty,
I was so sorry to hear of Milo’s death. I did not know he was ill. Please know that I am thinking of you during this time.
Kelli had e-mailed me about his death. I have missed seeing you over the years. Love, Betty Jean
Our deepest sympathies
in your great sorrow
The Family Zichy
dear barbara and marty, i share with you your sadness as i have lost a dear friend.know you are in my thoughts….joann
I enjoyed talking to Milo about all the rocks and jewelry. He could sure tell you some good stories. I will always treasure a polished stone he gave me when we were co-workers at BASF. My condolence to the family
Wanted to send our condolences. Sorry we couldn’ be there. If you need anything let us know.
you folks have our deepest sympathy in this time of loss. your friends, shipping dept. con met, bryson city. Tom
used to play bingo with him
Milo was a great friend and he will be missed. He was a classmate at Central High School and our alumni association has kept in touch with him for more than 50 years. Thank you Milo, for all you have meant to your friends.
What an important role he in played in my life for many years. A good man–I love you Barb and Marty.
RIP Milo!
I have fond memories of you at American Enka/ BASF.