Andrea A. Gronholm, age 36, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 31, 2015 at her home. She was born July 9, 1979 to Robert and Jan Quade in Wausau, WI. Andrea graduated from Merrill High School in 1997. She worked for her parents at Northway Club until she went to school to become a CMA. She presently worked at Sierra Pacific and part-time as a CMA for a private party. Andrea loved being a mom and her family was very important to her. She also enjoyed her friends and neighbors. Andrea loved winter, pool and campfires. We will miss her conversations and the joy that she shared.
Andrea is survived by her husband; Robert Gronholm: three children; Riley, Jana and step-daughter Crystal. She is also survived by her brothers; Chad (Melissa) Galioto, Layton, Utah, Jamie (Rebecca) Galioto, St. Paul, Minnesota and Charles (Tara) Quade, Aurora, Illinois: sister; Chris Quade, Merrill, Wisconsin: grandparents; Leonard and Audrey Fudaley: eight nieces and nephews.
A Visitation for Andrea will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2015 from 4-5pm at the New Testament Church at the corner of Cty Rd K and Hillside Drive. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 5pm at the church, following the visitation. Pastor Paul Hohman will officiate. A light dinner will be served at the Northway Club, following the service. Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences can be made at www.waidfuneral.com.