My wife's father, Alan Gruben, passed suddenly, yesterday at 5 PM. My wife is devastated. She and him did not grow up in a healthy family. Her mom and dad were not meant for each, so a terrible life at home. He was an alcoholic. About 22 years ago, after he divorced, my wife reached out to him to start a new relationship. He had quit drinking and found a woman to be with. Ever since, my wife and her father had a great relationship.

The man I knew was very happy and fun to be around. While his health slowly declined, his internals suddenly started shutting down. He went in Tuesday with breathing problems, but I suspect other problems as well.

He will be missed. You knew when Alan was in the room. Not overly charismatic, just engaging.

Take care Alan... You will be missed.

Thanks Chip