A native of New Orleans and resident of Baton Rouge, Jack passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 19, at the age of 75. Preceded in death by his parents, Edward "Dutch" Groner and Mary Elizabeth O'Leary Groner, both of New Orleans. Survived by sister, Ruth Groner Werfel, of Pacifica, California. He is also survived by his wife, Mildred "Millie" Fagan Groner, daughter, Elizabeth Groner Hill and son-in-law, George Hill of West Baton Rouge; daughter, Elaine Wyatt Groner of Baton Rouge; daughter, Jodee Groner Troup and son-in-law, Peter Troup of New Orleans; and son Jack Edward Groner and daughter-in-law, Angela Groner of Mandeville; four grandchildren, Joseph "Joey" Edward Groner, Jack Ramsey Groner, Ava Gofton Troup, and Vivienne Wyatt Groner. He graduated from Metairie Park Country Day School in New Orleans and attended Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity and Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities. He was quarterback and captain of the Washington & Lee General's football team and voted first team All-American. Several school passing records that he set still stand to this day. He was then drafted by the New York Titans (presently the New York Jets) but decided to pursue a legal career instead. He graduated from Tulane University Law School and began working at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana and eventually became General Counsel. He then retired from Blue Cross/Blue Shield after 38 years of employment. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge Rotary Club and various social clubs in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors. The focus of his life was loving his family and friends. He loved the Lord and is with Him now. It gives his family great joy to know they will be re-united with him someday so they can listen to his funny jokes and once again enjoy his exuberance for life. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 27, from 11:00am until 1:00pm at the home of Sean and Shannon Fagan, 7877 Settlers Circle, Baton Rouge. Inurnment will follow at 3:00pm at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans. Donations may be made to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201.
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Jack was the luckiest man in Baton Rouge because he married Millie!
George White
July 17, 2019
Dear Millie, my deepest sympathies and condolences to you and alll of your wonderful family on your loss. Jack was such a very special man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as is Jack, Up Above. Sincerely, Jackie Villavaso
August 10, 2013
So sad to lose such a kind special person. Sending my love-deSha
August 6, 2013
Dear Millie, Emily and I were so saddened when we heard last night that Jack had passed away. He was such a great guy and was a wonderful friend for many years. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Rick and Emily Dike
July 30, 2013
Dear Millie, Emily and I were so sorry and saddened when we heard last night that Jack had passed away. He was such a great guy and a wonderful friend for many years. Please know that we have you and your family in our prayers.
Rick and Emily Dike
July 30, 2013
Millie,
Shep and I were shocked to hear of Jack's death! Am so sorry for your loss. He was such a wonderful person and we loved him dearly. Our thoughts will be with you and the family.
JoeAnn and Shep
July 29, 2013
Please accept our condolences. Jack was a wonderful man, we are very sorry for your loss and praying for the Groner family at this time. Jennifer Powell OBrien & John O'Brien & family
Jennifer OBrien
July 29, 2013
Elizabeth, it sounds like your father was an incredible man. I know you will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Much Love, Diana Cramer Lawson
July 29, 2013
Dear Millie, Elizabeth, Elaine, Jodee, and Jack Jr.,
We are very sad for the loss of Jack. There is a saying that a man's character is shown by how he treats those who can not do anything for him. His kindness to us in the past twenty two years is testimony to the fact that Jack is a man of great character. We love him and will miss him very much.
Xuejian and Kunjin
July 29, 2013
Millie,,
So saddened at your loss.
Claire and Jerry Montgomery
July 28, 2013
Dear Millie
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce Cuartas Aravena
July 26, 2013
Dear Millie..... Our Love and Prayers are with you and the Family....xoxoxo Bitsy and David Duggins
July 26, 2013
Dear Millie, Jack was a great guy and much loved in the Country Day Family, he will be sorely missed. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Ginger and Peter Burke
July 26, 2013
Dear Millie,
Lynne and I send our deepest sympathy. As you know we have been friends since the early years and have kept in touch as we've moved about. I will deeply miss a very dear friend.
Much love to you and your family,
Howard
Howard Gleason
July 25, 2013
To the family of Jack Groner,
I knew Jack for many years and always enjoyed being in his presence.
He was a first class guy and had a great insight about life.
I hate to see that Jack passed away but it is comforting to know he will have many tomorrows.
Sincerely,
Dr. Robert D. Westerman
Robert Westerman
July 25, 2013
Millie,Elizabeth,Elaine,Jack and Jodee,Jack
Reggie, Katherine and I are so very saddened to learn of Jack's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families during these most difficult of times.
Reggie, Mary Ann Diamond, Katherine Stockwell
July 24, 2013
Dear Millie,Elizabeth,Elaine,Jack and Jodee,
Jack was a great, wonderful lifelong friend and neighbor. The memories of all the good times we shared - from the Sycamore Mardi Gras parade to visiting with you all in Baton Rouge. We will miss Jack's irrepressible humor and love, but we know that we will celebrate with him once more in the kingdom with Our Savior.
Love,
Evon and Benny
July 24, 2013
Jack will be missed. I worked with him at BCBSLA from the time he started until he retired. He was a wonderful man and a good friend to all
rosemary kincaid
July 24, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked for Jack as his Adm. Asst. for several years. He was a wonderful man and could always make you laugh. May God comfort you in the days and weeks to come.
Jane Vidrine
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of LA
July 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family Elizabeth. I am grateful to read about your Dad and happy for his reunion in Heaven going on right now.
Lisa Boyd
July 24, 2013
Jack,
Wendy & I will continue to keep you and your whole family in our thoughts and prayers. From everything you have shared with me over the years about your dad, you were incredibly lucky to have such a wonderful example of how a father should be.
Kurt & Wendy Mattson
Kurt Mattson
July 24, 2013
Millie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family on your loss.
Bill Ary
July 24, 2013
My heartfelt sympathy to Jacks entire family.He was a fine man. Gordon Johnson
July 24, 2013
What a wonderful collection of words for which I am sure only begin to describe a great man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Groner family. What a tremendous legacy Jack has left behind. The Grahams
Jason Graham
July 24, 2013
Elizabeth, my condolences to you, your Mom and brother and sisters on the great loss of your father. May your Dad rest in the Lord's loving arms. your cousin, Ann
Ann Warren
July 23, 2013
Millie,
Susan and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on Jack's death. You know he was loved by a whole lot of people, including us. We will miss him but we will never forget him.
George and Susan White
George White
July 23, 2013
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