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Rae Jeanine Groy

  • On May 17, 2024
  • 14 Comments

Rae Jeanine Groy, age 67, of Finleyville, passed away with her family by her side on May 16, 2024.

Rae was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on April 13, 1957, to the late Georgia Ann and Richard Vernon Groy.

Rae, the beloved wife of 20 years to her soulmate, Robert M. Bookmiller, was the loving mother to Amanda Ingwerson and cherished grandmother to Alayna Ingwerson. She was a dear sister to Denise (Frank Fox) Stuart, Michelle Groy, and Dina (Paul McCain) McIntyre. Rae is survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rae retired after a distinguished career as a manager at Bettis Atomic Laboratory. She was an intelligent, strong woman who had a full ride to Stanford in her youth. She was able to tackle any project and put together the perfect plan. In her free time, Rae was a world-class hostess who loved to entertain and cook fantastic food for her friends and family. She loved many things, most importantly animals, antiquing, and sewing. She also had a big heart and volunteered with AARP, doing taxes for older adults. Rae was a vivacious lady who loved to experience life with a good cocktail in hand. She has traveled worldwide, but her favorite place was her own backyard. She will be genuinely missed by all who knew and loved her.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317

Cherish all your memories of Rae and remember to live life to the fullest in her honor.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter, foster and/or adopt.

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14 Comments

Mike Neiser
Having worked with Rae at Bettis many years ago, I was always touched by her spirit and her knowledge. I once referred to her as dynamite in a small package and you only needed to be around her for a little while to see that she could be a force of nature. Diane (Bettis retiree) and I both send your family our deepest sympathies at her loss.
Susan Corpening
Rae touched the hearts of so many who will live on and many who have passed also. She made shure to give you her opinion after she had carefully listened to yours and always ended with a smile... then wine. She was interested in so many things in this life and really showed so many how to really live it up. Many will miss her as even I will. ♡♡
David Greenawalt
I worked with Rae on a few projects at Bettis. She was always really nice and easy to work with. I am saddened by her passing. Condolences to her family.
Gail Galleher
I was so very sorry to hear of Rae's passing. A shock. I have wonderful memories of her from Stanford classes (German, Industrial Engineering) and our Stanford-in-Berlin days. Truly a bright light in our world. Gail G. - Alaska
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