Ronda Jean GRUHALA
May 18, 1952 ~ June 26, 2003
Mrs. Ronda J. 'Perryman' Gruhala passed away June 26, 2003, at Barnes Hospital, St. Louis, at the age of 51 years, 1 month & 8 days. Ronda was born in Bonne Terre on May 18, 1952. Ronda was: * a member of The Bonne Terre Church of Christ; * Secretary for SNAP; * a MAC Nursing Program Instructor. SURVIVORS INCLUDE: Her HUSBAND: Greg Gruhala, Farmington; 1 DAUGHTER: Erica 'Mrs. Craig' Kennon, Columbia; 2 SONS: Patrick Gruhala, Steamboat Springs, CO; & Aaron (& Rebecca) Gruhala, Farmington; PARENTS: Ronald & Dorothy 'Mabery' Perryman, Farmington; 2 SISTERS: Carol 'Mrs. Chuck' Simpson, Ballwin; Janice 'Mrs. Jay' Beckett, Fenton; 2 BROTHERS: Richard (& Holly) Perryman, Wildwood; James (& Patti) Perryman, Desloge; 3 GRANDCHILDREN: Christian; Alex & Andrew. Mother-In-Law: Eula Gruhala, Farmington; Sisters-In-Law: Cheryl Gruhala, Farmington; Tonja (& Mark) Stephens, Farmington; Brothers-In-Law: Gary (& Karen) Gruhala, DeSoto; Michael (& ex-wife, Brenda) Gruhala, Desloge. Also, many Nieces & Nephews. Visitation Saturday, 5-9 p.m., resuming Sunday, 7 am & funeral Sunday, 4 pm, June 29, 2003, at TAYLOR Funeral Service CHAPEL, with Minister Dave Spillman officiating. Interment at St. Francois Memorial Park Cemetery, rural Bonne Terre. Memorials to: * St. Louis Children's Hospital.
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My heartfelt sympathy is extended to the family of Rhonda. A wonderful person who will be greatly missed. I was associated with Rhonda through the Washington County Hospital / Board of Trustees. My prayers will continue for the family.
I graduated with Rhonda in 1970. So sorry to hear of her passing at such a young age. My prayers are with her family. God Bless
Rick & Jim and the entire family, I was very sorry to hear about your sister Rhonda and just want to convey my condolences and sympathy for you all at this time. My mother passed away almost 10 years ago on the 24th of June, with a heart attack and, I can empathize with your loss. You know Rhonda is in a better place and at peace now
I worked with Jim and Rick – Rhonda's brothers at Mallinckrodt. My heart and prayers go out to them as well as rest of the family. God Bless!
Ronda was a dear friend to me and all of my family. She was a very special friend to all of us and will always remain in our hearts. Her kindness,love and smile will be greatly missed. our thoughts and prayers are with Rondas family
I am so very sorry for your loss. I met Ronda when I was working as a sales person with a medical company. Her smile will be missed.
I went to school with Rhonda and graduated with her in 1970 from North County. Sorry to hear of her passing. My prayers are with the family.
I graduated a year after Ronda with her brother ,Rick. Sorry to hear she has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time!
The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
God has truly wrapped His arms of Love around Ronda-He knew what a wonderful person she really was, and I thank Him that I could call her my friend.
I work at Washington county Memorial Hospital and all three of my children were patients of Ronda. My middle daughter Michelle and Ronda always laughed together in the office when we would go.Ihope the family knows that she will be deeply missed by so many people. God Bless you all
Rhonda was a wonderful doctor to all of my children. She will be greatly missed. It will be hard to find another doctor that was so caring and willing to help in any way she could.
My condolences go to your family in this time of your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Jean(Franklin) Jernnings / family fiend
I am so saddened to read of Rhonda's passing. I went to school, church and practically "lived" at the Perryman home while growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with the immediate and extended families.
Greg, We've been gone from home for many year now, but we always have fond memories of our friends from our past. Terrie and I both are so sad to hear about Ronda. we both remember when Ronda and Terrie had babies at the same time. They shared the same rooms. Erika and our twin girls were born on the same day.
Rhonda thanks for all the care you gave me the last four years,I WILL MISS YOU..PEACE BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.. love Kaimen
I am so sorry for your loss. Ronda was always so sweet and understanding with all my boys (5). We will miss her greatly. She was such a special person.
Greg, Sorry for the loss of your wife. Even though I'm so far away, if there is anything I can do for you, just let me know. My e-mail is attached. Your friend, Charlie Bloom
My heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Jim: I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. May the peace of God be with you during your darkest and brightest hour. My Deepest Sympathy, Sher Rujawitz
With deepest sympathies… God Bless the family and friends of Ronda.
Ronda was a wonderful doctor to my son, she always had a wonderful smile and kind words for him.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray the love and support of family and friends and fond memories will give you peace and strength. With sincere sympathy, Judy
To Patrick and his family, my deepest sympathy. I hope all the fond memories will give you comfort at this time. God bless, Kate
My prayers are with your family in hopes that all the fun times, good memories and faith will provide you with comfort and strength. I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. Love, Meg Tully
My deepest sympathy to the Gruhala family. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I was saddened to learn of Rhonda's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gruhala family. "Sorrow looks back, worry looks around, faith looks up". (I did not have the opportunity to know Rhonda – am a co-worker with Patrick in Steamboat Springs, CO)
I work with Patrick. His mother must have been a wonder ful person, because he turned out to be a very wonderful person himself. We here at IECA will be sending a memorial to The St, Louis Children's Hospital as requested in Rhonda's obituary. Take care of each other, as always.
Erica, and family, I'm so very sorry, for your loss! Ronda took me out of a horrible situtation, and I never really thanked her for saving my life. But I will always thank god that Erica and her had the courage to stand up for me when no one else did.
Greg – I graduated with Ronda and was very sorry to hear about her and for your loss. I have not seen her in a long time, but it sounds from the guest book that she still had that caring personality. Ginny Choate
Ronda, was one of the best ladies I have known… She was married to my nephew Greg. I loved her so much & I will love her for all my life. Love, Uncle Paul
God bless Ronda and her family. My heart goes out to all of you. I miss you all.
Please accept my condolences for your loss. I enjoyed working with Ronda many years ago and visiting with her when we would run into each other.