Philip Grove
September 29, 1963 - June 25, 2020
Obituary
Philip “Flop” Eugene Grove, 56, of Cloverdale, passed away Thursday June 25, 2020 while in the comfort of his new home , surrounded by his family. Flop was preceded in death by his father, Paul Grove, his Aunt Sharon McFarland, Grandparents Earl & Glenola Grove, Doris P. Stattner and John McFarland. He is survived by his mother Coweta Patton, wife Jayne Grove, brother Dennis Whitaker (Karen) and his children Joey (Cristle), Ashley (Austin), Emily (Ray), Nick (Amber) and Vanessa (Danny). He was a proud Papaw to 12 grandchildren, Alex, Kaleb, Myles, Levi, Adalynn, Brooklynn, Mason, Hunter, Briana, Kason, Danica and Jillian. His niece Hilary and nephew Justin. Flop was born September 29, 1963 in Greencastle, IN to Paul and Coweta Grove (Patton). He graduated from Life Way Christian School in 1982. Flop was a dedicated Volunteer Firefighter in Cloverdale, and just retired after 35 years of working at Lone Star (Buzzi). Flop enjoyed the little things in life, canoeing, camping, NASCAR (#3), and country music. But most of all, Flop loved spending time with his family, grandkids, and his mother. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him. A “Celebration of Life” will be held on Thursday July 2, 2020 at Soul Harvest Church in Cloverdale from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.
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Tammy Alex
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Flop and I met in 8th grade we lost touch for a little bit but reunited when we were a little older, He was my football buddy if we weren't watching the game at the bowling alley together we were shit-talking by text message. I got a little laugh at him when football season was over one year he decided it was time to learn me some NASCAR lol so he brought two matchbox cars to the bowling alley and was teaching me how they passed each other we got some great laughs with him trying to "learn" me.
I moved to Nashville about 6 yrs ago and he and I would text each other and keep each other posted on things but every time I went to visit family I would try and meet up with him at Jims for a beer! Flop I will miss all the shit talk we had during football and you just being you. Heaven has gained a true angel until we meet again I will miss and love you! be sure to meet up with my dad and tell him how much I miss him and you two have a shot and a beer! Love ya Flop xoxo
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T. J. SMITH
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I worked with Flop for a few years at Buzzi! Such a gentle loving soul always willing to help others! He will truly be missed ! Very sorry for your loss! I will be praying for peace and comfort for your family ! God bless
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Kylie Crabtree
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I always remember Flop talking to me and Emily in his kitchen, but my favorite memory was the hot sauce. He would dare the boys to drink some and he would always make it look so easy first! Hed take a big swig, then those boys thought they could do it too. Theyd be coughing and their faces would be bright red. All the while Flop would just laugh, take another swig of that hot sauce and put it away. He will truly be missed and I will be keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers.
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James Archer
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I went to Cloverdale school with Phil. He was such a nice kid and was well liked by all. My prayers are with him and his family.