Joshua “Josh” David Gropp, 34, of Blue Hill, NE, April 18, 1989-Febrauary 4, 2024
Joshua ‘Josh’ David Gropp, 34, of Blue Hill, passed away on February 4, 2024. He was born on April 18, 1989 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Jim Gropp and Jan Dowding.
Josh was a “jack of all trades” and worked as a forklift driver, welder, landscaper, and he was especially proud of being a volunteer firefighter. His passions included Husker Football, Chicago Blackhawks Hockey, working on cars, racing, photography, music, but most of all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. Josh will be remembered for his goofy personality and his gift of making everyone laugh.
Family members include his children, Maggie, Conner, and Olivia Gropp; girlfriend, Karly and her son, Kody; father, Jim Gropp; brother, Michael Gropp; sister, Amber Merideth; and his children’s mother, Sarah.
Preceded in death by his mother, Jan Dowding.
Memorial Service will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 10, 2024 at Metcalf Funeral Home Chapel, 245 N. 27th Street, Lincoln, NE.
Memorials to the family for future designation.