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Jean Ash Gruhn
August 27, 1931 ~ September 19, 2017 (age 86) 86 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Terrell
September 8, 2022 6:15 PM
1957 Fort Valley High School Miss Jean Ash lived two doors down and across street from me a senior under her leadership. She was so beautiful and kind and I was in awe of her.
Thank God for Jean Ash 1957 Aaaaahhh!!!!
Thank God for Jean Ash 1957 Aaaaahhh!!!!
Message from Bill Elder
September 28, 2017 10:11 AM
Did not know of this until today. Very sorry to hear of your loss. Ms. Jean was a wonderful lady. Deepest condolences.
Message from Erica Meyer Rauzin
September 27, 2017 10:46 PM
Dear Ann and Gruhn and Ash families,
I remember Mrs. Gruhn with great affection and respect and send you my family's sympathy on this tremendous loss. We were sitting in English class with Mr. Collier when the principal came on the microphone the afternoon of Nov. 22, 1963 and told us that President Kennedy had been shot in Dallas. Then the bell rang, and just about in silence, we changed classes, pretty much on autopilot.
It was a great blessing that I went to Mrs. Gruhn's PE class then. We dressed out, as I recall so many years later,I guess because that's what we always did. And then we sat on the bleachers in those one-piece blue jumpsuits, and Mrs. Gruhn spoke to us in steady, soothing words. I wish I remember what she said, but I do remember what she did. She kept us calm, she made the center hold, and – when the principal announced that the president had died and we were all going to go home, so we changed back into our school clothes – she hugged us each as we left. She was my teacher all the way through GHS, and mostly her classes were busy and happy, but my clearest memory is of what a rock and source of caring she was on that quiet, staggering day.
She made a significant different in so many lives. May her memory be a blessing.
I remember Mrs. Gruhn with great affection and respect and send you my family's sympathy on this tremendous loss. We were sitting in English class with Mr. Collier when the principal came on the microphone the afternoon of Nov. 22, 1963 and told us that President Kennedy had been shot in Dallas. Then the bell rang, and just about in silence, we changed classes, pretty much on autopilot.
It was a great blessing that I went to Mrs. Gruhn's PE class then. We dressed out, as I recall so many years later,I guess because that's what we always did. And then we sat on the bleachers in those one-piece blue jumpsuits, and Mrs. Gruhn spoke to us in steady, soothing words. I wish I remember what she said, but I do remember what she did. She kept us calm, she made the center hold, and – when the principal announced that the president had died and we were all going to go home, so we changed back into our school clothes – she hugged us each as we left. She was my teacher all the way through GHS, and mostly her classes were busy and happy, but my clearest memory is of what a rock and source of caring she was on that quiet, staggering day.
She made a significant different in so many lives. May her memory be a blessing.
Message from Jean Thompson Brannon
September 29, 2017 9:44 PM
Beautifully stated tribute Erica and I agree with every word. I only had 4 favorite teachers...and she was one...she was everyone's favorite and gave so much to all of us!
Message from Lewis Massey
September 26, 2017 10:34 AM
Very sorry to learn about Jean's passing. She was a wonderful lady and had a positive impact on so many people. She was my tennis coach at GHS in the late 1970s and she was always supportive and encouraging. She also demanded that we give every match our best effort. Condolences to the Gruhn family.
Message from Tim Pethel
September 26, 2017 6:44 AM
The Gruhn family defined GHS in every wonderful way imaginable. Seeing Mrs Gruhn years later supporting her son as Coach was always more than wonderful. Legacy seems to be too small of a statement about Coach Gruhn and Mrs Gruhn. To me "Gruhn's Rock" is more than fitting...there's only ONE...Tim Pethel
Message from Jennifer Waller Frischen
September 23, 2017 2:36 PM
Matthew, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing.
Your mother was a really sweet and influential woman to many. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Your mother was a really sweet and influential woman to many. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
A candle was lit by Dawn Dobbs and Carolee Gailey
on September 22, 2017 7:54 PM
A candle was lit by Phyllis, Melanie and Tena Lewis
on September 22, 2017 12:42 PM
Message from Kathy Pittman
September 22, 2017 12:26 PM
My prayers and thoughts are with all the family. I am going to miss Jean so much, I loved walking in and seeing her sweet smile and hearing her say something funny! I loved her humor and her heart! Our community will not be the same without her. Heaven's gain is our lost. Praying for peace during this time
Message from Angelyn Morris Hix
September 21, 2017 8:43 PM
So sorry for your loss - she coached me in basketball - class of 1961. Will never forget her influence on me!
Message from Willene Peppers Thomas
September 21, 2017 2:13 PM
Mrs. Jean Ash Gruhn was my physical education teacher at Gainesville High School during the 1954-55 year. I graduated in 1955. I will always remember her beautiful smile and kind personality. It was a joy and privilege to be in her class. My grandson played football on the Bobby Gruhn Field and graduated at GHS in 2016. My granddaughter is a senior this year and plays volleyball. Their father and my son-in law Randy Roys is teaching math and coaching volleyball there.
Message from Larry Adams (GHS Class of 64)
September 21, 2017 1:10 PM
So sorry for the loss for Mrs. Gruhn's family and so sorry for the loss for all the rest of us that knew her and Coach Gruhn. I consider both to be Icons of Gainesville High School. Being a male, I never had Mrs. Gruhn as a teacher but her influence was known and felt by us all and I personally have always had great admiration for her.
God Bless the family
God Bless the family
Message from Merriannr Dyer
September 21, 2017 6:41 AM
What a well-lived life! She will be remembered through so many of us who she shaped and influenced over the years. Please know we are thinking of you as you say good-bye. Love to your family.- Larry and Merrianne
A candle was lit by Mr & Mrs Andre' Castleberry
on September 20, 2017 11:30 PM
A candle was lit by Jerry & Annette Robertson
on September 20, 2017 7:58 PM
Message from Sandra Rahn Lee
September 20, 2017 7:24 PM
Miss Ash was single when she was our P E teacher when the class of '62 entered the "new" high school our freshman year. She was our cheerleader sponsor our Senior year and she and Coach Gruhn married after our class finished at GHS. Both were loved and admired by our classmates. They were a great team and a wonderful example to so many of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
A candle was lit by Joanne Glaze Vaughan
on September 20, 2017 6:14 PM
A candle was lit by Leeann Eure DeCastro
on September 20, 2017 1:35 PM
Message from Bob Bowen
September 20, 2017 1:33 PM
Mathew,I know how much you loved your Mother An d how much she loved you and your family. She was a special lady, and the wonderful news is she has gone home to be with Bobby. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Bowen
Bob Bowen
Message from Williams Family
September 20, 2017 10:52 AM
The loss of a cherished loved one is the most devastating experiences a family can face. At times, the loss may seem unbearable. Please know that there are family and friends who care and more importantly Psalm 34:18 tells us that "God is near to those that are broken at heart. He is the God of all comfort. God will comfort you during this difficult time of grief. Our prayers are also with you and your family.
Message from Kayanne and Abit Massey
September 20, 2017 7:55 AM
So sorry to hear of your loss. We know that her family and her many friends will miss her. What a talented lady!
Message from Virginia and Dale Woody
September 20, 2017 5:18 AM
We're so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with all the family
Message from Betty Buice Tenney
September 19, 2017 10:04 PM
Mrs. Grunge was my P E teacher during my four years at GHS. I learned so much from her and loved her. I was in the class of 65. May you be comforted by sweet memories of her.
Message from Beverly Bonnette Andersen
September 19, 2017 6:57 PM
ON behalf of "I'm a GHS Red Elephant@, I want to extend condolences to the Gruhn family and friends. Mrs. Joan and Coach Bobby played such an influence in so many young Elephants.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Beverly Bonnette Andersen
Class of 1972
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Beverly Bonnette Andersen
Class of 1972
Message from Martha Smith
September 19, 2017 6:48 PM
TO THE GRUHN FAMILY:
I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She always had a smile on her face and I always enjoyed talking to her. I either saw her at Church or in school when we both were there a long time ago. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She always had a smile on her face and I always enjoyed talking to her. I either saw her at Church or in school when we both were there a long time ago. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
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