Antoinette Catherine Grutza, 90, of Shenandoah, succumbed to cancer and joined her husband in eternal rest early on Wednesday morning, May 4, 2022 in her home, surrounded by her children. Born July 8, 1931 in Shenandoah, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Hudock) Kronkowsky. She married her best friend and beloved soul mate Clarence "Leo" John Grutza in 1956. Together they loved to travel. Antoinette worked at Martin Shirt Factory in Shenandoah for 23 years, until she retired. She then helped her husband manage his business, Centre Appliance in Shenandoah. Mrs. Grutza was a parishioner at St. George Church, and following its closure, the Annunciation BVM Church. She was behind the scenes for the church block parties, overseeing the making of pierogies and bleenies. She was a member of the Polish American Ladies Auxiliary and the Shenandoah Centennial Ladybirds. As a widow for 29 years, Mrs. G. was (stubbornly) independent and self-sufficient. Just before becoming a widow, she fought breast cancer and was a proud survivor. She never got her driver's license, and was content to travel on her own two legs. Up until recently, she could be seen walking across town or taking the bus wherever she needed to go. Her talents were many, but she was especially known for her cooking and baking. Mrs G. made the best pierogies in town, and possibly the entire state! Her Bundukies, Halupki, & Haluski were also a favorite of many. The Grutza home was the heart of her family, where everyone gathered for holidays, to enjoy her delicious food. In addition to her parents, she was greeted at the Pearly Gates by her husband Clarence & members of his family, her brother Charles Kronkowsky, and her sisters: Rosemary Dower, Regina Kronkowsky, & Alberta Budwash. Left behind to keep her memory alive are her daughter Annette & husband Ronald Givler; son William Grutza & wife Diane; brother William Kronkowsky; sisters Christina Kalinowski & Maryann Aggon; granddaughter Cassandra & husband Allan Fenkner; granddaughter Jessica & wife Chelsea Huzvar; granddaughter Sarah & husband Rob Seng; grandson Clarence Grutza and girlfriend Olivia. If her grandchildren brought her joy, her great-grandchildren Mario, Nico, Jesse, & Madeline were the light of her world! Also, two sister-in-laws, Frances Grutza and Helene Grutza, will remember her fondly. Many nieces, nephews, & friends will also keep her memory alive. And finally, her pet bird, Smurfy, will miss her dearly but will be taken care of by Jesse. Respecting her wishes, there will be no viewing or services for her. Antoinette will be cremated and buried privately, by her family, at a later date. She enjoyed watching her grandson play football and always supported the Shenandoah Valley Football team. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to Shenandoah Valley Quarterback Club, P.O. Box 136, Shenandoah, PA 17976. Walukiewicz-Oravitz Fell Funeral Home, 132 South Jardin Street, Shenandoah is in care of the arrangements. To leave a condolence for Antoinette's family, please sign the guestbook below.