In Loving Memory of Caroline “Cat” Groce

Caroline “Cat” Groce

Born October 30 1938, in McDavid, Florida.

Gained her wings February 28, 2025.

Carolina was the Daughters of of the late Jack Anderson and Bessie Shaw from Pensacola Florida. She Will proceed in death with her husband Clarence Groce. Cat was the baby girl of the family and last surviving of 12 siblings. Devoted mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Aunt. The backbone and glue that kept the family afloat. Caroline has 2 sons, Willie and Matthew Anderson. 3 daughters, Sandra Alexander, Bessie Porter (Deceased), and Amy McKinnon. 19 Grandkids and 43 Great-Grandkids and 15 Great great Grandkids. Cat relocated her family to Seattle, Wa in 1971. Cat purchased a home and ran a daycare out her Columbia City Home. She was the queen of Dominoes also enjoyed watching the horse races@ Long Acres and Emerald Downs. Our beloved, “Cat” loved to sing and dance. Most importantly she loved serving the lord and was a dedicated member to the Southside Church of God Christ for over 30 years. She will deeply be missed as her loved was gentle and her heart was perfect.

Viewing will be held on March 21st 2025 12-4:30pm, Columbia Funeral Home located @ 4567 Rainier Ave South Seattle, Wa. 98118. Services will be held on March 22nd 2025 at 1:00pm Southside Church of Christ located @12200 59th Ave South Seattle, Wa 98178 .