T.R. Grauer
T.R. Grauer, age 73, of Woodridge. Loving husband of Laura for 45 years. Loving father of Eric (Molly) Grauer and Jocelyn Grauer. Beloved Grandpa of Parker, Cutler, and Madi Joe Grauer. Loving brother to Dorothy Grauer, Christine (Craig) Graff, Mary (Tom) Sasek and the late Donna (late Alfred) Bianucci, the late Bob Grauer and the late Jim Grauer. Dear Uncle to Karin Bianucci, Kathy Leyden, and Ken Bianucci, Michelle Balazs and Kristen Venetsanopoulos, Brittany Corcoran, Corey Sasek and Frank Sasek. Born and raised in Cicero, IL, T.R. rocked the guitar in bands from the time he was at St. Joseph High School until the time he passed. He loved golf, his family, camping and his beloved Chicago Cubs. He will be missed and always loved by many. Visitation 3 to 8pm Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th Street, Downers Grove. Prayers 9:15am Friday, October 21, 2022 at the funeral home to St. Scholastica Church, Woodridge, for Funeral Mass at 10am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the West Suburban Community Pantry appreciated. https://wscpantry.org/donate-2/
Going to miss him terribly. Always a good time whenever we were together. Rock the Heavens T. Love you Mary Irene
I played in bands with TR at St Joes and after I got out of the army. We were Best Man at each other’s weddings , and he is Godfather To my son John, and I’m Godfather to his son Eric. He’s been one of my Best friend forever. Save a place for me in heaven Tr.
No one on earth like Uncle T.R. Thank you for a lifetime of memories, love & laughter. Will miss you every single day until the day we meet again. Rock on forever 🤘🏻
So sorry to hear of the loss of one of my best friends growing up in Cicero we played in our band together destiny children we had so many good times together I would be forever to tell them all RIP T you will be missed
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, may the good memories feed your thoughts and give you strength.
Sad to hear this news a long time friend along from the neighborhood and a great musician. Rest in peace Tr. My condolences to the entire family
I can still remember meeting TR for the first time -at a family party at Laura’s…he was so outgoing, stood out in a crowd, and always had something funny to say! He stayed that way every time we were all together…so many fond memories with TR! We will miss him tremendously – he was truly loved by all and he truly loved his family!!
My prayers to the family of T.R Rest in peace. keep playing in heaven.
I met TR 20 years ago at my son’s and his niece’s Kristen’s wedding. Ever since then I always saw him and his family at Spilios and Kristen’s for special occasions. The most memorable occasion is Thanksgiving and TR was always reading the Thanksgiving prayer. You will be missed my friend and Thanksgiving will not be the same without you. Rest in piece. Violet Venetsanopoulos.
My thoughts and prayers are with Laura and her entire family. It’s at times like this when we realize how fragile our lives really are. And as always, I’m here if you need anything. Sending love.🙏😘🙏😘🙏😘
TR’s passion for family, golf and red wine was unmatched. I always looked forward to gatherings that TR would be at. I am going to miss him terribly. We were playing golf at Olympia Fields, and the course was getting the best of TR. I changed the music to a Led Zeppelin playlist. TR preceded to par the next two holes. We just needed to let the Led out. Rock on TR.
Great choice of music
A true one of a kind person, my Uncle TR was. So many childhood and adult memories. Uncle TR made every gathering fun and was always in a good mood. Very lucky to have enjoyed him and his sense of humor all these years. He will truly be missed, but will now smile when I think of all the good times. 🤍
Love and prayers to all the family
We know he’s already rocking it in heaven….❤
Sad to hear TR was a awesome man and loved his guitar always had a smile on for the world to see
You well be missed buddy in my Condolences to your family
Thoughts and prayers, you’ll be missed TR. I know you and my mom will raise a little hell in heaven together. 🖤🤍
Oh Laura, I’m so very sorry to hear of T.R.s passing. My heart goes out to you & your family.
I will always remember T.R. as one of the funniest & sweetest guys I’ve know.
Rest in Peace T.R.♥️
Condolences. TR was an OLC ’63 pal, St. Joe’s ’67 classmate and hockey friend. His local “band'” connections are legendary! Now doing weekend gigs in heaven… Will miss you….Bud Zborowski, Atlanta, GA
I will miss my dear friend TR. We been friends for many years and had so many great times! He was always the life of the party! I’m sure Larry is meeting you at the pearly gates!
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I can’t imagine life without you. We’ve had such great times together at parties., wine tastings and on vacations. You really are the best brother anyone could ask for. We had a history of memories from our childhood that I will miss talking about with you. You will always be in my heart.
Met TR at River Bend Golf course in Lisle maybe 4 yrs ago, very lucky to play in the Senior League with him every year since and also the indoor golf at Legends in Woodridge . One of the people I’ve had great pleasure to spend time with and will miss him very much.
The friends and family of T R have lost a very special person:
How lucky we all were to have him in our lives!
T R will remain in our hearts forever ❤️
R.I.P. my very dear friend
Best neighbor ever , never forget your play by play on your golf round every Tuesday, high balls in the Afternoon. I will miss you dearly
I have known TR since childhood and he was the best friend anyone could ever have, We had so much fun together growing up in Cicero, truly one of a kind. You will forever remain in my Heart, I pray that I will again meet up with you. God bless the family.
So many memories at our neighborhood parties. You were the life of the party, always making people laugh. Our neighborhood won’t be the same without you. I will miss you.
Rest In Peace T.R.
I had the honor of playing drums with you TR in your last band.. it will be difficult looking over to my left and not see you standing there rocking out on the guitar. Now it’s your time to kick back and relax and enjoy the music. Rock on my friend.
You were always there for us back in the day…thanks TR. Loved seeing you play and so loved your humor! Rock on in heaven!
Condolences to your family.
So sorry about T.R. Please know that the entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Heaven has another angel. Prayers for Laura and family to be consoled by a lifetime of memories.💔
Dear Laura and family,
I met TR IN 7th grade and have always been friends and loved listening to his music.
He will be greatly missed! Sending love and prayers as he earns his wings in heaven!
So sorry for your loss. TR was a old friend from Cicero. I really enjoyed going to see his bands play over the years. God be with all of you
TR, I’m gonna miss you for your friendship, your humor, your wisdom and the stories you shared with me. I’ll miss watching you play with your band which we all knew you loved. I’ll miss your smile and your kindness.
My prayers are with your wife and your family in this difficult time.
RIP and see you on the other side.
One of my favorite people. Will remember nothing but great times with you brother.
So sorry to hear this news. We have been friends since grade school, and attended St. Josephs H.S. together. We played a lot of hockey and guitar together. You will be missed my friend, you were one of a kind. Love to your family.
Sorry for the Grauer family loss. T R was truly one of the great ones from the 58th Avenue gang. He was special, especially when my brother Kevin passed. His kindness at that time will always be remembered by the Hyland family. To Dorothy, Chris and Mary Irene please know you are in our prayers and thoughts. God Bless Mick Hyland
Thanks Mickey. This is a tough one to accept. I’m sure he is with his best friend Kevin
Very sad to see this posting. I knew T.R from our days with the Chicago Power. Always had a good story and liked to laugh. A very nice guy! I was glad I got to see him playing with his band. My condolences to the family.