Service Details
The Celebration of his life will be held in the funeral home, on Thursday, March 9th at 6:00 p.m. Family and friends can meet with the family there, from 5:00 p.m. until the time of the services.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to AccentCare Hospice-Oak Creek at https://seasonsfoundation.org/donate-today/; or University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Dentistry at University of Illinois Foundation, P.O. Box 734500, Chicago, IL 60673-4500, please make all donations payable to University of Illinois Foundation and write Fund 12333086 in the memo field; or Ascension Cancer Care Center, 3805-B Spring St. Racine, WI 53405 please make all donations payable to All Saints Foundation and write Cancer Care Center in the memo field; or the Monarch Watch Program at https://monarchwatch.org/donate/
Karl R. Grabher, 69, passed away at AccentCare Hospice- Oak Creek on Saturday, February 25, 2023. He was born in Racine on December 21, 1953, the son of the late George M. and Jeanne H. (nee: Dibble) Grabher.
After graduating from high school, he went on to earn his associate degree as a HVACR Technician. On March 26, 1977, in the First United Methodist Church in Kenosha, he was united in marriage to Karen Ann Sivley. Karl had been employed by the Racine Unified District for over 22 years until his retirement in 2011. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, camping, astronomy, raising Koi, and the conservation of Monarch butterflies.
Surviving are his wife, Karen; their children, Mason R. (Jessica) Grabher, of Murfreesboro, TN, Megan K. Grabher, of Racine; four grandchildren, Evan Grabher, Gage Grabher, Lee Grabher, and Peyton Grabher; great granddaughter, Delilah Grabher; sisters and brothers, Jacquelynn Meyers, of Racine, Don (Jaclyn) Grabher, of Waukesha, and Rebekha Grabher-Neu; of Mt. Pleasant. His nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends, also survive him. In addition to his parents, Karl was preceded in death by his two brothers, infant Robert, and Darold; brother-in-law, George Meyers; and sister-in-law, Judith Grabher.
In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to AccentCare Hospice-Oak Creek at https://seasonsfoundation.org/donate-today/; or University of Illinois-Chicago, College of Dentistry at University of Illinois Foundation, P.O. Box 734500, Chicago, IL 60673-4500, please make all donations payable to University of Illinois Foundation and write Fund 12333086 in the memo field; or Ascension Cancer Care Center, 3805-B Spring St. Racine, WI 53405 please make all donations payable to All Saints Foundation and write Cancer Care Center in the memo field; or the Monarch Watch Program at https://monarchwatch.org/donate/
Connie Minton says
My deepest sympathy Karen. I”m sorry for your loss.
Bonnie Christensen-Lee says
My Heart felt thoughts and prayers to your family from ours.
I ill always hold such fond memories of our families spending time together over the years….
Joe and Terry Meddaugh says
Karen; We were both saddened to hear about Karl’s passing and we’re sorry that we can’t attend the services Thursday. A long time ago the two of you gave us a copy of John Prine’s first album. We think of you both every time we listen to it. Wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Gwen/Wendy Miller says
My deepest sympathy to Karen and Becky and all of Karl’s family.
Laura McClure says
Karen, take solace in your memories to get you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts, prayers and my heart.
Jenn Busch & the PEAG family says
Karen,
On behalf of the Parkside Employee Alumni Group, I would like to extend our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I am right down the street, so if there is anything you need, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Love & Miss You,
Jenn Busch & The PEAG Family
Eisbrenner Family says
Dear family and friends of Karl Grabher, we are so sorry to have read of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. In the difficult days to come may all the many wonderful memories of Karl give you comfort. Something we have personally found to be of great comfort are the thoughts expressed in the Bible at John 5:28 “all those in the memorial tombs will hear his (Jesus) voice and come out “. May God Jehovah comfort you during this difficult time.
Gary Akerlund says
Remember playing when we were just kids, coming over to your house thru the back gate in the alley in the spring. The smell of Lilacs in the air I would knock on the door and yell, OH Karl, OH Donnie! Come Out And Play !!
You Are Missed My Friend!
Tom Krimmel says
Karen so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cynthia Dexter says
Dear Karen, Becki, Jackie & Families,
I am so very saddened for your loss. I have many fond memories of all of you that I will cherish forever. I love you all very much and my heart is with you all during this difficult time. I wish I could be there 😔. Hugs and kisses to you all.
Gail/Aunt Gail says
Karen, Mason, Megan and family,
So deeply sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Glenda Poole says
So sorry for your loss and I’m praying 🙏for the family
Leah says
You’ll truly be missed Uncle Karl! Wishing I could be there today to be with you Aunt Karen, Mason, Megan and family. We love you and here for you.
Don Cress says
My deepest sympathies, Karen, to you and your family.