Genevieve "Jane" M. Groccia

Genevieve “Jane” M. (Nalewajko) Groccia, 87, of Shrewsbury, formerly a long-time resident of North Grafton, passed away in the comfort of her home on Monday, July 2, 2018, with her family at her bedside. 

Jane is survived by her loving husband of over fifty-nine years, Frank E. Groccia, Jr.; a son, Frank E. Groccia, III and his wife Beth Ann of Worcester; a daughter, Francine A. Karaska and her husband Mark of Groton, MA; three grandchildren, Emily A. (Karaska) Renner and her husband Alex of New York City, Rachel M. Karaska of North Grafton, and Kyle A. Karaska of Denver; two brothers, Edward Naliwajka of Woodstock, GA, and Joseph Nalewajko of Boise, ID; a sister, Mary Proia of Worcester; nieces and nephews.  She was born in Stamford, Connecticut, daughter of the late, Felix and Anna (Karolczuk) Nalewajko; she grew up in Worcester and graduated from Commerce High School and The Salter’s School.  She and Frank moved their family to North Grafton in 1962, where they remained until just over one years ago.

Jane was a debt collector for many years with Medical Bureau of Economics, before retiring in 1996.  She had previously worked as an office administrator for Monarch Spring Company.  She was a member of Saint Philip Church in Grafton.  She was dedicated to her family and their happiness.  Jane was a true lady and in her most gracious way, brought a smile to all who knew her.

The family would like to thank Linda and "her girls" for taking care of Jane during this difficult time.  Their love and compassion in greatly appreciated.

A Calling Hour will be held on Saturday morning, July 7, from 8:15am until 9:15am in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester.  A procession will then depart the funeral home for a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at Saint Philip Church, 12 West Street, in the Center of Grafton.  Interment will follow in Saint John’s Cemetery, Worcester.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Dog Orphans Humane Society (animal protection organization) 90 Webster St Douglas, MA 01516 or by visiting  //www.dogorphans.com./">http://www.dogorphans.com. 

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