Earl Richard Groover, 75, of Apopka, passed away Thursday, January 09, 2014. He was born February 02, 1938 in St. Petersburg, FL. He was a Real Florida Cracker, a Butcher for Publix; member of Journey Christian Church, member of the Man-Up Group at Journey Christian Church; member of the Front Porch Earls Social Club. Mr. Groover is survived by his wife, Kristia K. Groover of Apopka; children, Dean Groover, Deborah Lynn Groover and Shane Groover all of Apopka; 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Man-Up, Journey Christian Church, 1965 South Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, Florida 32703.
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
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Pam Haner says
I hadnt seen my cousin Earl in a couple of years but God blessed me a few weeks back when he came over to Tampa we got to spend some time with him before he left we hugged told each other love you and I will remember that day for the rest of my life RIP Earl love your cousin Pam and Uncle Randal
Bobbie Schionning says
We saw the notice in the paper and were saddened to read of Earl's death. He was a good man. We were involved in PTA, Cub Scouts and many activities back in the Tangelo Park days. Love and strength to all. Bobbie and Harry Schionning
Sue Hoover says
We are heartbroken over the passing of our sweet "Cowboy". Every Sunday we took a moment to share a Jesus Hug and hear about how Earl's week had gone and get caught up with news of his family. Love you Christy and will see you Saturday. Please accept our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We love you, Al and Sue Hoover
Diane Burnett says
Each week, my family and I so look forward to seeing our "Cowboy" at church. Our hearts are saddened this morning finding out of his passing. He will be deeply missed.Much love and prayers…..The Burnett Family
Missy Decker says
Cowboy Earl was a GREAT neighbor!!! He always gave a wave and a smile as he drove by. I will miss his smile and kind heart. God Bless Cowboy Earl.