Richard C. Granger

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Richard Granger Obituary

Granger, Richard C.

Richard C. Granger, age 81, a former Manitowoc resident and long time resident of Fond du Lac, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015 in Baraboo, WI.

Richard was born on February 6, 1934 in Manitowoc, son of the late Clarence Sr. and Mary (Brull) Granger. He graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1952. He served active duty in the United States Army as a Corporal E4 from 1957-1959 and was later in the Army Reserves. Richard also graduated Cum Laude in 1966 from UW-Oshkosh with a degree in Education. He was a teacher at Roberts Elementary School in Fond du Lac until his retirement in 1994. Richard taught his students how to play chess and started a chess club at the school. He was a sports fan, especially of girls basketball, and an avid golfer and traveler. In his retirement Richard enjoyed visiting casinos and reading about history.

Survivors include his siblings: Joretta Granger, Bernice Miller, Shirley (Mel) Ouradnik, all of Manitowoc, John (Jutta) Granger, Mt. Juliet, TN, and Susan (Daryl) Nohr, Bettendorf, IA. Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. He was also preceded in death by two brothers: Charles and Clarence (Darlene) Jr.; one brother-in-law: Milan Miller; one nephew: Donald Henderson; and two nieces: Jennifer and Helen Granger.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.

The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the charity of your choice in Richard's name.

The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

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Published by Fond du Lac Reporter from Jun. 8 to Jun. 9, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Granger

9 Entries

June 15, 2015

I was one of those fortunate students who had Mr. Granger as a 4th grade teacher back in 1967. He taught me how to play chess. We had a tournament that year. I went on to teach the game to four of my siblings. He was a wonderful teacher and role model. I will remember him always. My deepest sympathy to you.

Ardis Sherman

June 14, 2015

My deepest sympathy to Dick's family, We were both teachers at Robert's School for many years.I aiways enjoyed his company. He was a good guy to work with.

Donald Borchardt

June 10, 2015

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Dennis Zink

June 10, 2015

Best teacher and chess player.Thank you RIP

Angela Liewen

June 10, 2015

I had Mr. Granger as a teacher in the 1970's at Roberts Elementary School. He was an incredible teacher, always respectful and supportive of his students. He taught me so much and instilled a life-long love of chess that still prevails. I remember beating him one afternoon at chess, and the next morning I found a handmade badge in the shape of a bishop on my desk that read, I beat Mr. Granger. As I look back, it was obvious he loved his job and the children he taught. What a wonderful man

Linda Miller Martinez

June 9, 2015

As we get ready to say our last goodbyes to my uncle, I will forever remember the trips across the United States that he so generously offered to his nieces and nephews. The trips were always full of educational moments. Without these trips I would not have gotten farther than Manitowoc county! Thank you uncle Dick for the wonderful memories!! God bless.

Barbara Kozaczuk

June 9, 2015

Mr. Granger was a GREAT teacher and chess teacher as well. I had him for homeroom in 6th grade back in the 70's. He was well liked and it was great that he taught us all how to play chess. One of my memories was when we played chess with his brother thru the mail. He would share his mail or his brother's chess move. We would have the board on bulletin board and we would vote on what move we would make as a class. Now THAT was classy. No pun intended. R.I.P. Mr. Granger. :( (Barb Gau Kozaczuk)

alicia schuppe

June 8, 2015

I was a child that needed a chance. Mr. Granger was the teacher who encouraged me to take it. He will always be remembered for his kindness and dedication, and part of my most fond childhood memories. Thank God for angels.

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