Clarence D. Groener, Jr., age 76; beloved husband of Carol Groener, nee Baske; loving father of Clarence D. Groener III, and Caryn D. Groener and the late Matthew Groener; dear brother of Darlene Bellamy and Marlene Klink and brother in-law of Roberta Smith; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Clarence was an employee of the Sloan Valve Company for 41 years. Funeral Service and Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to, Shriners Children’s Hospital, https://donate.lovetotherescue.org are appreciated. Arrangements by Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Downers Grove. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com