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Charles Grant Obituary
He was born in Norwich, on Sept. 3, 1933, the son of the late Charles and Bertha (Wallace) Grant Sr. Charlie served for 20 years in the U.S. Navy during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was last employed as a planner at Electric Boat in Groton for 20 years before retiring.
He was a member of the Franklin Congregational Church, was a life member of the Franklin V.F.W. Post 9066 and was active in town affairs. On July 3, 1954 he married Marjorie (Hill) Grant at Franklin Congregational Church, she survives him.
Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, Charles W. Grant III and his wife, Caroline, of Franklin, Michael Grant and his wife, Nicole, and Jonathan E. Grant and his wife, Patricia, both of Norwich and William W. Grant and his wife, Agnieszka, of Lisbon. One daughter, Ruth Mattos and her husband, Duane, of Norwich; one sister, Susan Rainville and her husband, Joseph, of Lisbon. His grandchildren, Victoria, Erica, Regina, Natalia and Maya Grant and grandson, Derek Mattos. One great-grandson, Christopher Chase and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, at the Franklin Congregational Church. Burial will follow at Pautipaug Cemetery in Franklin with military honors. Calling hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, at the Guillot Funeral Home, 75 South B. St., Taftville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Grant
Chaplain Ray Fritz
October 7, 2013
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our sincere condolences to Marjorie and all of Charles's family and friends as you grieve his passing. May God whisper peace into your hearts and comfort and heal them. We are grateful for Charles' service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service on the USS Tecumseh SSBN-628, USS Will Rogers SSBN-659, USS Tirante SS-420, USS Diablo SS-479, and the USS Patrick Henry SSBN-599. To our “Brother of the Dolphin” … "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country." -- Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
September 30, 2013
To the Grant Family, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Charlie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult and sad time. -Patti (Kosman) & Jim Topalis
RON MANIACI
September 24, 2013
Sorry to hear of thr passing of Charlie. I spent 5 patrols with him in the control room of the Tecumseh. He always made it enjoyable with jokes and observation about the crew and life in general. Charlie will be greatly missed.
John Flynn
September 24, 2013
Charlie was a great shipmate who was always willing to help a young man get qualified in submarines. He will be missed. jj USS Tecumseh Blue.
C,B, Stillwell
September 23, 2013
Our prays are with you all.
September 23, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. We have all lost.
Robby Robinson (Tecup) Phoenix, AZ.
Raj Agarwal
September 23, 2013
Hi Jon, Very sorry to hear about your father. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Laura Lonardelli
September 20, 2013
To the Grant Family, my sincere and heartfelt condolences for the loss of Margie's husband, and Charlie, Mike, Jon, Billy and Ruthie's dad. He was a good friend to all. My memories are pleasant ones as the Grant family welcomed all in years long passed. . Prayers to all.
Steve and Paula Passarello
September 20, 2013
To Marjorie and Family, our deepest condolences on the passing of Charlie. He has been a good neighbor for many years...We will always remember the times when he was passing by and would see us in the driveway. Quite often, he would pull into the driveway to ask if Paula and her basketball team would be playing at half time of one of the Sun games. He loved his basketball. He will be missed. Steve and Paula
September 20, 2013
Charlie, My deepest condolences for the loss of your dad. I hope you are doing well,it's been a while, God bless, Cookie
Ron Chalecki
September 20, 2013
To the Grant Family,
I'm very sad to hear about the loss of a good friend. I meet Charlie about 20 years ago when I first started work with the Town. He and I shared an office together and I always looked forward on hearing his stories, history of the Town and his jokes. He was such a loving and caring person that will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Raymond Hill
September 20, 2013
Aunt Marjorie, Jon and everyone, So sorry to hear about Uncle Charlie. My condolences and prayers go out to all of you. Rob Hill
Prasuna, Harshitha and Sri Pavuluri
September 19, 2013
Hi Jon, our sincere condolences to you and your family. May God give you all the strength.
David Deckler
September 19, 2013
Bill & The entire Grant Family! Sorry for your Loss!!
Kris Fletcher
September 19, 2013
Jon, sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful man. And wow, you look so much like him. My prayers are with you and your family. Kris Fletcher
Debbie Beisiegel
September 19, 2013
Ok Charlie these are for you--
Why did the skeleton go to the party alone? He had no body to go with him!!
Why did the cookie go to the hospital?
Because he felt crummy!
What kind of horses go out after dark?
Nightmares!!
I had to inlcude these jokes because Charlie would have one ready to tell anyone around him.We are going to miss him at the Town Hall!! He was always ready to help us with whatever needed to be done, getting election workers lunch was his specialty!! He is in a much better place telling God all of his jokes!! And I will keep looking for that bear on Pleasure Hill!!
Charlene Johnson
September 19, 2013
To the Grant family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have never forgotten how Mr. and Mrs. Grant welcomed me into their home when I was a teenager.My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Brian Higgins
September 19, 2013
Jon, my deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Jeannie Johnson
September 19, 2013
Charlie and Mike..Very sorry to hear about your father..My heart goes out to you..
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