It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Bryce Groel, a beloved cousin, brother, and cherished member of the Peoria and Creve Coeur communities. Bryce’s life, though far too brief, touched the hearts of all who knew him, leaving a lasting imprint of love, kindness, and joy.
Bryce was full of life, a bright presence whose warmth and sweetness were felt by family, friends, and colleagues alike. As a patient care technician at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, he brought compassion and care to those he served, reflecting the same heart that made him such a treasured cousin and family member. Those who knew Bryce will remember him not only for his gentle nature, but also for the light he brought into the lives of others.
To his family—his mother Cathy Morris Groel, brother Charlie Groel, and extended family including Doyla Chalcraft Meuret and Nick Wilkerson—this loss is immeasurable. The grief is profound, yet Bryce’s memory will live on in every act of love and every story shared. He will never be forgotten, and his spirit will continue to guide and comfort his loved ones through the days ahead.
Though Bryce has left this world too soon, his life reminds us of the importance of cherishing every moment and every relationship. In his memory, family and friends will carry forward the love, joy, and light he brought to their lives. As one relative expressed, “Not a day will go by that Bryce will be forgotten…until we see him on the other side.”
May Bryce Groel rest in eternal peace, and may those who mourn him find solace in the love, memories, and enduring legacy he leaves behind. His life, though brief, was a shining light—a light that will never be dimmed.