DOUGLAS B. GRANVILLE

1949 - 2014

DOUGLAS B. GRANVILLE obituary, 1949-2014, Southborough, MA

DOUGLAS B. GRANVILLE

1949 - 2014

BORN

1949

DIED

2014

DOUGLAS GRANVILLE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2014.
Granville, Douglas B. Douglas Barnet Granville, 64, of Southborough passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2014, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He fought esophageal cancer with courage and grace for four years. Doug was born on October 25, 1949 in Boston, MA, the son of the late Carl and Joan (Strecker) Barnet. He was raised and educated in Brookline, MA and graduated from Brandeis University in 1971. He was a devoted Boston sports fan and an avid tennis player. Doug is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Norma Granville, his cherished daughter, Jessica Ruth Granville, his brother, Charles S. Granville, sisters in law; Solly Granville, Regina Granville, Manuela Gani, Patricia Gani, Pamela Gani, brothers in law in law; Robert Krawitz and Grant Gani, mother in law, Liliane Gani, nieces and nephews; Sherry Farley (Bob), Joanne Rafferty (Mike) and Michele Watson (Steve), Melanie and Colin Granville, Julia, David and Adam Cohen, and cousin Sara Tintari. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am on Sunday, February 23, 2014, at Brandeis University, Berlin Chapel, Waltham, MA. Reception to follow at the Brandeis Faculty Club. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73123-1718, or on-line at www.cancer.org/donate

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February 26, 2014

Sandra Campbell posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2014

Frits van Lingen posted to the memorial.

February 21, 2014

Ghandy Rassas posted to the memorial.

Sandra Campbell

February 26, 2014

Doug loved Wendys. It makes me so sad that he is no longer with us. He did things to help me and my family that he didn't have to. I will never forget that. Rest in peace Doug. You will be missed.

Frits van Lingen

February 22, 2014

Doug, AKA mr. Wendy's, will live in cour harts forever.
At SRTC and at Wayside, Doug's tennis clubs, we got to know Doug as a great sportsman and fierce competitor who always had kind words to offer and was truly interested in the wel being of others. Doug will be sorely missed by all his tennis friends and especially by me, his doubles partner of many years.

Ghandy Rassas

February 21, 2014

There no words can describe the sadness in my heart, such a great man deserves all the prayers ... you will be missed always

Larry Hannon

February 21, 2014

Doug was to devoted both to his family and the company, he was a great mentor, lending support and encouragement to all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be missed by all.

Mary Ellen Hunt

February 21, 2014

It's with great sadness I heard today of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and closest friends. Doug was a wonderful man, who lived his life with great passion. Anyone who knew him knows the gift of his friendship. My deepest condolences to Norma and Jessie.

Will Cothren

February 21, 2014

My thoughts are with the entire Granville family. May the Lord comfort them with Doug's passing.

Dan O'Donnell

February 20, 2014

A good friend and all around great guy. I will miss our tennis matches and your competitive spirit.
we will miss you Doug. my prayers for your family.

Ken Milley

February 20, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Doug's family and friends. I have known Doug for more than 30 years. He was gentlemen and man of his word.
His contribution to the lives of others is immeasurable.
May he Rest in Peace and his spirit live on forever.

William Zanke

February 20, 2014

Doug, was a talented and decent man in and out of the work environment. His loss is felt.

Bill Zanke

Lora Smid

February 19, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to Norma, Jess, and the family.Was thinking today of how much I'll miss Doug's conversations with Robert about politics at family events. ..He always seemed thoughtful and thinking about the greater good...

Fred Brown

February 19, 2014

Doug was an awesome mentor and A great leader. Just an overall great person that will truly be missed.

Ken Ellis

February 19, 2014

A lovely man who was taken far too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in peace my dear friend.

Jennifer Levy-Peck

February 19, 2014

Doug was a dear friend to my brother Jon Yates and his wife Anne, and I enjoyed knowing him over the years. My husband Charles joins me in sending our deepest sympathy to Norma and Jessica. Our hearts are with you.

Betty Bonito

February 19, 2014

My prayers and sympathy to the Granville family

Sharon O'Malley

February 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family at this time. He was taken from us too soon but he left a lifetime of good memories amoung us here at Wendy's My sincere sympathy.

Mike McGill

February 19, 2014

Rest in Peace Doug, I aways enjoyed our capital tours together visting your restaurants and alway's cracking jokes along the way and giving advice when needed. I appreciate the time we had together.
You will be missed.

February 19, 2014

One of the nicest,kindest men I have had the pleasure to know, a real gentleman. He was always positive and a pleasure to be around. I will miss him dearly as a friend. I am so sorry for your loss and ours. Julie Harvey, Sudbury River Tennis Club

Jeff Benton

February 19, 2014

A good life leaves behind seeds that keep on growing. Doug's stories, his values, and his passion for all he did will live on in his legacy.
Heartfelt thoughts go out to the entire family in this time of sorrow.

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