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GRANT, John Richard

June 25, 1930 — May 16, 2013

(Born June 25, 1930 Sexsmith, Alberta)

Passed away peacefully on May 16, 2013. John will be deeply missed by his loving wife Jane (Swanson Grant); his 5 daughters: Lorie Paterson (Mike), Linda Grant (Dave), Maureen Grant Hayes (Rod), Elizabeth Grant (Don) and Theresa Grant; 10 grandchildren: Sam, Brendan, Katie, Laura, Denzil, Matthew, Melanie, Ken, John and Veronica and 2 great-grandchildren: Claragh and Alice. He was predeceased by their mother Catherine. Also fondly remembered by stepsons: Jim (Lori) Swanson and Ken (Karen) Swanson and 4 grandchildren: Shelby, Amanda, Zachary and Rachel. Also mourning him are Jane’s brother Gary (Margaret) Millar.

John joins his father Ed, mother Florence, brother Jim and sisters Kay and Dolores. He has one remaining brother Dennis in Grande Prairie, Alberta and sister-in-law Beatrice Grant in White Rock, BC.

John was a member of the RCAF, Squadron 426 from 1949-1963, then joined the Ministry of Transportation until his retirement as Chief Executive Pilot in 1980 and subsequent move to Kelowna. John was an active member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 7359 and Fr. Pierre Richard Council No. 0035, St. Pius X Church and 883 (Kelowna) RCAF Wing, Air Force Association of Canada. He was a board member for Reach Out Youth Counselling and Family Services.

“A Life Well Lived”

Prayers will be held Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm with a Funeral Mass, Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 11:00 am at St. Pius X Church, 1346 Gordon Drive.  Interment will follow at a later date in TeePee Creek, Alberta.  Please, no flowers.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Reach Out Youth Counselling and Family Services, 1868 Ambrosi Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4R9.  If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”

Prayer Service
Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm

Service
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 11:00 am

Location
St. Pius X Catholic Church

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The prayer service for GRANT, John Richard is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm at located at 1346 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC.


The service for GRANT, John Richard is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 11:00 am . Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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1346 Gordon Drive Kelowna, BC

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Condolences

  • Allan Ungaro says:
    May 17, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    My deepest sympathy. He was one of the good ones!!

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  • Gordie Abougoush says:
    May 17, 2013 at 4:50 pm

    Dear Jane & Family my sincere condolences to all of you for your loss. I have had the pleasure of knowing John over the past 15 years. I truly enjoyed having him around all of us. our thoughts and prayers are with you!!

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  • Bob & Rita Fairhurst says:
    May 18, 2013 at 7:15 am

    John was a gentleman of the highest calibre and the most honest and friendliest person we have had the opportunity to know. We will miss him. Our prayers go out to the family.

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  • Moira Woollett says:
    May 18, 2013 at 9:46 am

    Jane,
    We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and John were great neighbors to both my Mother and us. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family.

    Moira and Darwyn

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  • Moira Woollett says:
    May 18, 2013 at 9:49 am

    Dear Jane,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
    Moira and Darwyn

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  • Pat Parsons says:
    May 18, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    So sorry to hear of you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
    from
    Ron and Nora Gunson and family

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  • Gloria Bedwell says:
    May 19, 2013 at 8:29 am

    Jane & family. My condolences and sympathy to you and your families on your loss. John was such a gentleman and will be greatly missed.

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  • Wayne & Kay Houde says:
    May 19, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    We’re deeply sorry for the loss of John. Our prayers and sympathy are extended to Jane and the family. John will be greatly missed in the Wing!

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  • Dr.Darren Berg says:
    May 21, 2013 at 11:16 am

    Dear Jane and Family,

    Our condolences to you and your family. John was such a joy to have in our office. I enjoyed our talks, especially when he told us about his new convertable. John had a joy to life and will be missed.

    Jackie, from Dr. Darren Berg’s dental office.

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  • Fred and Maxine says:
    May 22, 2013 at 9:02 am

    Dear Jane and Family
    It is difficult to find the right words, at a time like this,to express our deep sorrow about your loss. We will always remember John as a real gentleman and a great friend. Our thoughts are with you, your family and brother Dennis as you move on in the days ahead.

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  • Karen (Tymchuk) Smalley says:
    May 22, 2013 at 9:04 am

    I’m so sad to hear of the loss of John, such a wonderful man to know. My heart goes out to you, Jane, and to Maureen, Lorie, Linda, Teresa & Liz. I’m sorry I can’t be there today – buty my prayers are with you all.

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  • Adele and Jim Beaudry says:
    May 22, 2013 at 10:40 am

    Jane and family.We are so sad to hear of John’s passing. One of life’s good people married to another one. Our deepest condolences.
    Your neighbours, Adele and Jim

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  • Bob Graham says:
    May 22, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Jane and family,I; among many others that had the pleasure to know and work with john will miss a fine man. condolences to you and family

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  • David & Yvonne Falardeau says:
    May 23, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    We wish to extend out sincerest sympathies to the entire family. John was one of the finest people we ever had the pleasure of knowing for over 45 years, we mourn the loss, Yvonne and David

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  • David & Yvonne Falardeau says:
    May 23, 2013 at 4:49 pm

    Our sincerest sympathies to the entire family, John was one of the finest people we have ever had the pleasure of knowing for over 45 years. We share your sorrow, Yvonne and David Falardeau.

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  • Mary Weeks says:
    May 25, 2013 at 11:50 am

    Dear Jane and Family,
    I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you at this sad time and the difficult days ahead. My sincere condolences to you all.
    Mary Weeks (Kettle Valley Graphics)

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