William Arno Grabe

William Arno Grabe

Swisher

William Arno Grabe, 70, of Swisher, Iowa, was called home to God’s Kingdom on May 27, 2023. He was born on April 3, 1953, to Ivan and Maryann Grabe.

Bill was a loving son, husband, brother, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his parents, Ivan and Maryann; his wife of 36 years, Jan; his siblings, Karen (Elliot), Jim (Liz) and Jennifer (Doug); his children, Bill (Ashley), Lauren and Jake;and his grandchildren, Trae, Zane, Zayden, William and Sophia.

Bill was a pillar in the community and obtained his real estate license in 1986. He served as president of Iowa Realty from 2001 to 2011 and became a managing broker at Coldwell Banker Hedges until present. During his tenure, Bill served on multiple committees, boards, foundations and volunteer programs within the community.

He was larger than life and lived every minute to the fullest. His laugh and smile were contagious, and he was the main attraction at every event or social gathering. If he was there, you knew it was going to be a good time. He wore his heart on his sleeve and he could make a friend in any town, anywhere, anytime.

Bill’s passing has left an unfillable void in the hearts of his loved ones, but his strength, charisma, devotion, and love will be forever engrained in their memories.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on June 7, 2023, at Riverside Casino Event Center, 3184 IA-22, Riverside, IA 52327.

Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre in Cedar Rapids are caring for Bill and his family.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.broshchapel.com.