Denis R. Grubar

Denis R. Grubar, age 78, of Hastings, passed away August 27, 2017. He was born in Cook, MN on October 6, 1938 to Martin and Amelia 'Molly' (Shute) Grubar. He was united in marriage to Mariel Sushoreba on May 20, 1961 in Chisholm, MN. Denis worked many years for Dakota County managing their computer sites. He was a self proclaimed Rummikub guru, and a champion cribbage player. Denis enjoyed his time outdoors hunting and fishing. He was a veracious reader of history, especially military, and he even loved to read encyclopedias. He also collected and sold guns, wildlife prints, coins, and bronze statues. Denis loved the city of Hastings, especially his work with the Lyon's Club, where he was a member for over 20 yeas. Denis is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Martin Grubar. He is survived by his loving wife, Mariel; children, Teri Grubar, Corinne (Gary) Miller; and Michael Grubar; grandchildren, Noah McGraw, Matthew Miller and Nancy Miller; sister, Jessica Kraemer; and many other relatives and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday (8/31) at 10:30 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2035 W. 15th Street in Hastings. A visitation will take place one hour prior to mass at church. Interment, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Cemetery. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers.