The obituary of Steven Groff was first announced by his family on Sunday, June 4, 2023. He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 58. However, his cause of death is yet to be revealed.
He was the dedicated spouse of Julie A. Weidner Groff. They were married for 35 years.
Steve was born 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 at Albright College and graduated with a degree in 1987.
Later, he graduated from Virginia Medical School in 1991. He completed his orthopedic residency in 1996 from Penn State Hershey.
Steve began his clinical practice at KDV in York, making significant contributions to the field of orthopedics and spine surgery.
He played a pivotal role in establishing Orthopedic & Spine Specialists (OSS) in 2004.
Furthermore, 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.
While undergoing rehabilitation, he and his wife, Julie, started contemplating 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, renovated the barn into Wyndridge Farm.
This venue includes a restaurant, brewery, and event center. Their primary goal was to create a space where people could come together to celebrate and enjoy life.
In 2018, Steve utilized his entrepreneurial skills 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.
He 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 also 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.
According to Steven Groff’s obituary, 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.
