Dr. Dale A. Grove, Jr., MD, a pillar of the Fountain Hill community and a devoted family man, passed on February 3, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on March 16, 1931, in Fountain Hill, he was a man whose life was marked by his commitment to medicine and his family.

Dr. Grove was a graduate of Fountain Hill High School in 1948, Moravian College in 1952, and Jefferson Medical College in1956. Afterwards he completed a one year rotation/internship at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem.

Following his formal education, Dr. Grove honorably served in the United States Army Medical Corps, where he further honed his skills as a physician. He practiced for 22 years as a solo family doctor. He was the trusted family doctor to many in the community, providing compassionate care and building lasting relationships with his patients. In 1988 he joined with several other doctors, and the practice became known as South Mountain Family Practice Center. Eventually St. Luke's Hospital bought the practice. Dr. Grove retired in 1997. After retiring he delivered Meals on Wheels for five years.

Dr. Grove was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Bethlehem. Also, he was an avid golfer and a member of Saucon Valley Country Club where he enjoyed many rounds of golf with friends and colleagues. His love for the outdoors was evident in his enthusiasm for hiking and exploring the beauty of nature,

He was an active member of Fountain Exchange Club from 1961 to 1981.

Dr. Grove is survived by his wife of over 67 years, Alice R. (Boyer) Grove, and their three sons: Dale A. Grove, IlI and wife Glori, Timothy T. Grove and his wife Rebecca, Michael T. Grove and his wife Jennifer. and a brother Richard C. Grove and his wife Cynthia. He has four grandchildren: Matthew, Sabrina, Nate, and Andrew. Predeceased by his parents, Dale A. Grove, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth (Ripple) Grove, Dr. Grove's memory will be held in the hearts of all who knew him.

Services: A Funeral Service will be held at 11 A.M. on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, 500 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 where the family will receive relatives and friends from 10 A.M. until time of the service. Burial will follow at Bethlehem Memorial Park Cemetery. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Luke's Hospital, Development Office,801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA 18015.