In Memoriam: Gerry Groff '53, OD '54

Jerry Groff '53, OD '54 died on March 22, 2020. He was an optometrist for over 60 years after graduating from Pacific University. Groff spent several years as an optometrist in the U.S. Army before opening a private practice in Winlock, Wash. His next private practice opened in Goleta, Cali., where Groff also enjoyed many years of community engagement. Groff was a volunteer with three different groups throughout his life that provide free eye care to the poor in remote areas. 

Groff is survived by his wife Marian, daughter Tessa, stepchildren Cyndi and Mike, step-grandsons Lane and Neal, brother Ron and sister Jo; along with many more friends and family members.