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GROLEAU, MICHAEL K., 78, of Coventry, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025. He was the loving husband of the late Beth O. (Swanson) Groleau.
Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Norman and Gaynel A. (Jackson) Groleau.
As a veteran of the United States Armed Forces, Michael proudly served his country in the US Coast Guard before his Honorable Discharge.
Michael is survived by his daughter Sarah, her husband Gordon Willey, and son Jonathan, his wife Sameen Dadfar, and his grandchildren Tessa and Henry. He was the brother of Patrick and Sue; dear uncle to nieces Adrien, Liz, and Becky, and favorite nephew, Lucas. Michael is also survived by his favorite student, Erick.
Visiting hours will be held Friday, September 26, 2025 from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM in the Iannotti Funeral Home, 415 Washington Street (Route 117), Coventry. Michael’s Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM in Emanuel Lutheran Church, 20 Leaf Street, West Warwick. Burial is respectfully private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael’s memory to the
Shriners Children’s Hospital
" donate.shrinerschildren.org "
or
Emanuel Lutheran Church
9 New London Avenue
West Warwick, RI 02893
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