GRUSENDORF, Arthur

Arthur William Grusendorf (1939 – 2025) Arthur William Grusendorf, born on September 5, 1939, in Pelly, Saskatchewan, Canada, peacefully passed away on January 14, 2025. He was the beloved son of James Arthur (Les) and Hazel Mary (Toole) Grusendorf.
Art, as he was affectionately known, was the oldest of three siblings. His brother, Charles Thomas Grusendorf, and sister, Peggy Esther Grusendorf, continue to cherish his memory.
In his lifetime, Art experienced love, family, and adventure. He is survived by his true love, Marilyn Carol (White). They exchanged vows on May 20, 1967, in Brooks, Alberta. He is also survived by his 7 loving children: Terry Joy, Carrie Lyn (Michael) Hamilton, Jackie Gay (Roger) Johnson, Rhonda Lee (Steven) Perks, Rosalie Ann (Robert) Evans, Monty Jay (Susan Jarvas), and Twila Dee (Matthew) Jensen.
Art and Marilyn’s legacy extends through their 44 descendants through 5 generations including 7 children, 21 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Their love, laughter, and shared moments will forever echo in the hearts of those they touched.
Art’s career included teaching at Viscount Bennett in Calgary and LCI in Lethbridge. He enjoyed teaching various courses related to mechanics and computers.
Art also loved serving youth as a scout leader for over 35 years including time as the district commissioner for the chinook region.
As we bid farewell to Art, let us celebrate a life well-lived – a life woven with love, family bonds, and the joy of creating a lasting legacy.
Friends may meet the family on Friday, January 24th from 7 – 8:00 pm or Saturday, January 25th from 12:00 – 12:45pm.
His life will be celebrated at a funeral service on Saturday, January 25th at 1:00 pm.
Both events will be located at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Garden Place Chapel, Magrath (170 N Center St.)
To send a condolence, please visit www.salmonandsons.ca