Grubbs

Walter “Chip” H. Grubbs Jr., also known as Dad and Pappy, of Butler, passed from this world on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023. Chip was born on Aug. 19, 1955, the son of Walter “Skip” and Rita Grubbs, in Pittsburgh. He married the love of his life, Janice (nee Bayne), on Nov. 10, 1973; they were just weeks from celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Chip was a dedicated father to Amy Jo Jenkins (Jeff) of Roland, Ariz., and Matthew Grubbs (Ely) of Katy, Texas; and grandfather to Charlotte and Zachary Grubbs of Enon, Ohio.

Chip was a graduate of Deer Lakes High School (Class of 1973) and recently attended his 50th class reunion. He worked in telecommunications at Duquesne Light Company for 42 years, retiring in April 2016.

Chip dedicated his life to fiercely loving and providing for his family, friends and neighbors. He worked tirelessly to provide for everyone’s needs. Chip was a member of the Burnt Ridge Gun Club and the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed deer hunting and fishing with friends and family, passing along his skills and knowledge to all generations. Chip loved riding motorcycles. He and Janice rode together across the country to California; across Canada to Alaska; and to Nova Scotia, Canada. After retirement, Chip and his neighbors served others by cutting up downed trees; they affectionately referred to themselves as the “Tree Cutting Gang” and enjoyed their camaraderie to the fullest.

Chip was preceded in death by his parents, Walter “Skip” Grubbs and Rita Grubbs (nee Holland). He is survived by his wife, Janice Grubbs (nee Bayne); children, Amy Jo Jenkins (Jeff) of Roland, Ariz., and Matthew Grubbs (Ely) of Katy, Texas; grandchildren, Charlotte Grubbs and Zachary Grubbs of Enon, Ohio; brother, Mark Grubbs (Terry) of Brookfield, Mass.; sister, Pamela Knox (Ben) of Lakeland, Tenn.; aunt, Margaret “Peggy” (Don) Kopelic; and numerous nieces and nephews.

GRUBBS — Friends of Walter “Chip” H. Grubbs Jr., who died Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, will be received from 2 to 4 and from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME, 201 East Cunningham St., Butler.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Westminster PCA will be presiding.

Interment will be at Mount Royal Cemetery.

For more information or to leave an online condolence, visit www.geibelfuneralhome.com.

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