Michael Grogan

Michael “Mike” Joseph Grogan, 48, of Oro Valley, Arizona, passed away on December 29, 2012 under the care of his family and Hospice Family Care. He was born in Rockville, Maryland, and he had a strong faith and connection to God. Mike graduated from Marist High School in 1982 and Clemson University in 1986 with a BS in Electrical Engineering. He held many patents from his work in the automotive industry. Mike was passionate about working with children and youth: coaching softball and baseball teams for many years. Additionally, he managed a soccer team. When he wasn’t coaching, Mike enjoyed time with his family and friends, and could often be found in front of the grill. Mike is survived by his wife of 20 years, Laurie, daughter Megan, sons Ryan and Colin, parents William and Rose Grogan, brother Tim (Monica) Grogan, sisters Mary Pat (Jim) Soisson and Sharon (Ron) Harper, several nieces and nephews, and godson AJ Shaffer. Funeral Mass will be at 10 AM Friday, January 4th in St. Mark Catholic Church located at 2727 W. Tangerine Road, Oro Valley AZ 85742. Immediately following the service, a reception will be held at Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, located at 500 W Calle Concordia in Oro Valley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Oro Valley Fast Pitch at P.O. Box 68138, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 or Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance at 725 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 112, Tuscon, AZ 85704. “Be excellent to each other”