Steven Groff obituary was first shared by his family on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He unexpectedly passed away at the age of 58. However, his cause of death is yet to be disclosed.
He was the devoted spouse of Julie A. Weidner Groff. Their marriage lasted for 35 years.
Steve came into this world on February 24, 1965, in Lancaster. His parents, Kenneth G. and Shirley L. Eshleman Groff raised him on his family’s farm.
He completed his high school education at Lampeter-Strasburg High School in 1993. Later, he enrolled himself at Albright College and passed out with a degree in 1987.
Later, he completed his graduation from Virginia Medical School in 1991. He finished his orthopedic residency in 1996 from Penn State Hershey.
Steve commenced his clinical practice at KDV in York, making significant contributions to the field of orthopedics and spine surgery.
He played a crucial role in establishing Orthopedic & Spine Specialists (OSS) in 2004.
Moreover, he served as its president for many years. Steve’s dedication extended beyond his practice. He introduced York County’s first independent orthopedic hospital in 2010.
However, his career as an orthopedic surgeon came to an end when he suffered injuries after a bicycle accident in 2011.
As Steve underwent rehabilitation, he and his wife, Julie, started considering their future beyond medicine.
They saw potential in their old barn on their seventy-seven-acre farm called Wyndridge Farm.
In 2014, Steve, Julie, and their son, Taylor, transformed the barn into Wyndridge Farm.
This venue encompasses a restaurant, brewery, and event center. Their primary aim was to create a space where people could come together to celebrate and enjoy life.
In 2018 Steve utilized his entrepreneurial abilities to establish two different businesses: Groff North America and Groff Health.
Steve actively participated in Aldersgate Church, where he and Julie dedicated many years to leading worship before his accident.
More recently, he resumed playing the guitar as a part of the Praise Band.
Steve found joy in recreational activities such as boating, jet skiing, and motorcycle riding.
The deceased is survived by his loving wife Julie, his parents Kenneth and Shirley, his son Taylor S. Groff and daughter-in-law Ashleigh, as well as his daughters Hannah E. Groff and Mackenzie A. Groff.
Additionally, he leaves behind two grandchildren named Garber and Opal.
Steve is survived by his brother, Brian S. Groff, who is in a partnership with Tammy Feyerherm from Mechanicsburg, and his sister, Lori L., who is married to Kenn Bennett from Lancaster.
Last but not least, he also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.
In Steven Groff obituary, it was mentioned that a private family service will be held at Aldersgate Church, located at 397 Tyler Run Road, York, on Saturday, June 10, 2023.
Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, located at 1111 East Market Street, York, PA 17403, is handling the arrangements.
