Greg A. “Grubby” Mellinger 56, of Ephrata Passed away Tuesday October 18, 2016 at home. He is survived by his loving daughter Kayla Mellinger
He was the son of the late Rose and Leon Hertzog. Predeceased in death by his loving spouse Cathy Brossman. Employed at Skyline Homes for 30+ years.
Grub was the recipient of the Carnegie Hero Medal.
Grubby enjoyed Nascar, Bingo and getting away to his camp in Huntingdon County with friends to drink old mud. Grub had an excellent green thumb, he was one of the best story tellers and enjoyed being the best pizza farmer. He was “not normal” but loved greatly by all and would’ve done anything for anyone. He is deeply missed and will live forever in our hearts.
In addition to his daughter, he is survived by Sisters Vicky Gehman, Cindy Lorah and Brother Stan Mellinger husband of Denise. Two nieces, many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends
Life Celebration on November 5th,2016 at Garden Spot Motorcycle Club from 4 to 9 in Lieu of Flowers please make contributions to Garden Spot Motorcycle Club, 1840 N. Reading Rd., Reamstown, PA 17567.
Cremation Services of Lancaster, 717-273-6283.
Vicky,Cindy,Stan,My prayers to all of you at this time.I pray for peace for your broken hearts with your great loss.I have great memories of how he made me laugh.All of us bowling or whatever.
I worked with him the last 5 years, he was always a ray of sunshine and will be missed he would have given the shirt off his back. RIP my friend
R.i.p….Grubby….time to be at peace now?
Gonna Miss You Grubb. You and the good times will never be forgotten. Memories live on forever.
Was my father Steve sweigart and sid sweigarts friend wich I remember when I was younger he was always a great person to me and remember my father and uncle always having a great time with grubby I’m shure you’ll be missed very much .
Rest in peace Grubby. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends.
to all family and friends my heart breaks for you all, grubby will be missed by so many, what a great man and father , he sure did love his daughter, and if heaven has a waiting room , you no he is saying damn walk in s ANVETS BINGO WILL NEVER BE THE SAME, G 5 O
my friend grubby and cousin , I will carry you for ever in my heart ,tell everyone before me I said HI ,,,
Grubby was a great friend. He always made everyone laugh. He would do anything for anyone. He will be missed.
Stan & Denise, my thoughts and prayers are with you, and all who loved Grubby.
haven’t seen him in year’s
When and where are the services
I will never forget you and all the times you picked on me as a little girl. “Here Katie play 52 pick up” or “hit me high, hit me low, hit me in the middle your too slow” rest easy, grubby. You’re together again with the love of your life. Tell daddy I said hi. ❤
So much to say, So many stories and memories. Grubby is one of my best friends. He would give the shirt off of his back to you if you were in need. This world could use a few more Grubby’s. Until we meet again, love you Grubby, you will never be forgotten, Cheers, Yohnie
One of the best people I knew…rest easy friend…you will be missed
My heart goes out to his family my thoughts and prayers are with all may god bless all of you I’ll always remember my grandaughter jade saying about uncle grubby blessing to all