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Moore, Snear & Ruggiero Funeral Home - East Norriton

19 East Germantown Pike

East Norriton, Pennsylvania

Paul Grant Obituary

PAUL GRANT With his blue eyes, wide smile and silver hair it was easy to remember Paul "General" Grant. The former civil engineer, 82 died on October 23, 2013 peacefully of complications from cancer at Keystone House, Wyndmoor, PA in the company of his family. He had resided in Harleysville. Born in Norristown, son of the late Paul F. and Agnes C. (nee Horner), Mr. Grant was a 1949 graduate of West Catholic High School and served his country as a reservist on Willow Grove Naval Air Station. As a young man, his early passion was basketball where he played in local Philadelphia semi-pro league. Aside from raising his family, his most significant accomplishment was managing construction of Interstate 476, better known as the Blue Route, for Glasgow Inc (one of four contractors awarded the project). He also was employed by James D. Morrissey and Lisbon Contractors. He became an avid cyclist in the mid 1980's introducing his family to the sport and leading rides throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties. Weekend rides to Lake Galena were highly anticipated. Annual attendance at the Corestates Cycling Championship (Philly Cycling Classic) and the Manayunk Wall were a must-see event. Upon retirement, his passion turned to camping and fly fishing taking annual trips to Pulaski, NY and the Salmon River. Locally, he loved fly fishing in the Little Lehigh Rover and was an active member of the regional chapter of Trout Unlimited. Above all, Mr. Grant loved time spent with his family. Additionally, Mr. Grant loved food, barbecuing and swimming in the back yard, his dogs, music, especially Frank Sinatra, the beach, the mountains and all Philadelphia sports. He will be sadly missed. The eldest brother, he is survived by Robert, Edmund, William. He was beloved husband to Johan (Gigax); devoted father of Brian, Colleen (Perez), Johan (Moran), Maureen (DeLucia) and Paul D. Loving grandfather of Lauren, Zachary, Rachel, Jessica, Thomas, Shannon, Ryan and Grace. Relatives and friends are invited to call Monday evening, October 28, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. at the Moore, Snear & Ruggiero Funeral Home, 19 E. Germantown Pike, East Norriton, Pa. His funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Titus Church, 3006 Keenwood Road, East Norriton, Pa.

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Published by The Reporter from Oct. 24 to Oct. 25, 2013.

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Michelle Gray-Gallagher

November 2, 2013

I know personally how hurtful it is to lose a parent, my heart goes out to all of you. As you each process your grief, please know that others share your sadness.

My memories of my Uncle Paul when coming to California, he was such a strong, caring, loving man. His hugs and laughter most of all his great smile and those blue eyes, he was so kind you wanted to sit by him and just listen, he would joke and we would laugh over and over, hours of just laughter.

What Uncle Paul may not have known that this young girl that met him for the first time, myself not growing up with a father of her own was so amazed to learn that this was what a father was all about, being devoted to his family, his pride of all his children, grandchildren such a caring, loving father. I learned so much from those visits about what being a real father, a true family man.

I was so blessed. Being just a few visits, I learned and felt the love from my Uncle Paul.
Thank you Uncle Paul for sharing your love, it will always be in my heart.
"Rest in Peace" your niece Michelle

Brian Vagnoni

November 1, 2013

Although I only met Mr. Grant a few times at family functions when in town it was obvious that he was the center of the universe and rightly so. I am so grateful that my niece and nephew had a "poppy" to love, admire and laugh with. Mr. Grant please share your joy with Ryan and Grace with my father when you can.

Jennifer Vagnoni

October 31, 2013

I am honored to have been able to have known Paul Grant for the brief time that I did. His children and their children and the entire Grant family are testaments to what a wonderful human being he was. Rest in Peace Paul.

Shani Moran

October 31, 2013

Love you Poppy

Merle Zoller

October 31, 2013

I am so sorry that I wasn't able to attend the funeral, but I want to express my condolences to the family and especially to Coleen who's love and loyalty to her father continues to amaze me.

Kathleen Miller

October 30, 2013

From the minute Paul married my sister, we were all just family, not by title or law, but in his heart. He took care of me in college and had the most generous heart toward everyone! I agree with others that his first questions were about our families and how things were going. He sifted the events of our lives and only reflected back to us the good things. He was a dear kind soul. He will be welcomed by those in our families who have gone before him. Rest peacefully, hope the fly fishing is awesome! Kathy

Sally-Jo O'Brien

October 28, 2013

I have 2 favorite memories of Mr.Grant. :-) One is of him banging on the wall outside of Johan's room and "hollering" at us to keep it down because we were constantly on the phone laughing, planing outfits and hatching plots to meet guys.
The other is about the first weekend he got his shiny new RV. With Johan & Colleen in tow he took it for a spin on a sweltering Saturday and wound up--literally---on our doorstep in Ocean Grove NJ. Unannounced. On the hottest day of the year.
The phone rang and they just wanted to know if they could spend the night outside in our yard and "plug in." It was hilarious--Mr. Grant insisted on camping in his new toy which was doubling as a very large, poorly air-conditioned oven. Colleen felt guilty about ditching her Dad and slept out there too. Johan was the only smart one and slept in central air in our house.
Mr. Grant-mi casa su casa--mi plug su plug! xoxoxo

Chris Carlin

October 28, 2013

I enjoyed the brief time i spent with Paul, he was a very nice man and will be missed!

Edmund Grant

October 28, 2013

Different times in my life, people have said to me…no offense to you now, but your brother Paul…he, well he is just really, one very special handsome guy. Of course, for all that knew him, few would dispute that fact, although his real loving persona went much deeper than that.

For all of us siblings of my Dad's “the four boys” (unfortunately no girls for Mom), we all knew that he was the apple of my parent's eye, their first born, but more than that he was their “sonny boy”, particularly from my Mom's perspective (God rest her soul), and we all had no trouble with that. Our oldest brother had such a great outgoing personality, quick smile and charm that his total package was almost more than what would be reasonable for any one young man.

Bro. Paul was also my roommate in our family home in the 1950's, but one day in October 1958, all of that changed when he married the girl who held the life-long key to his heart…his wife Joey, the mother of his much beloved five children. From that day forward from 1958, Paul was ever the dedicated family man and father to his children, one who would do virtually anything for them.

Many years later on May 14, 1998, Paul suffered a very serious heart attack, but he had company. His very favorite recording artist Frank Sinatra, had also suffered a serious heart attack on that very same day, but unfortunately for Frank, it was fatal. My brother was however very fortunate, because after an extensive heart bypass surgery, his life was spared for many more years, thank God. God please rest both of their souls!

During the last month, when I had spent about an hour recently reminiscing with Paul about a lot of our younger days' experiences, I asked him if he had any questions. His reply was…”how are your kids”? That one question sums up all that one would need to know about Paul our brother…who along with his wife Joey, his own kids were the focus of his whole life, along with his many faithful canine friends, Trixie, Tugger, Frosty and many more.

Rest well my special brother and please say hello to Mom and Dad for us all.

Your old roomie and number three son, Bro. Ed

Terry Sendel

October 27, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Grant Family in your time of loss. At least he's no longer suffering and is at peace.

The Sendel Family, Krysta, Karen & Terry.

October 26, 2013

I was honored to know you thanks to your beautiful daughter Johan whom you entrusted by "keeping her under my wings" when she was a student at Penn State Worthington Scranton Campus. I will always remember your sparkling "Irish eyes". And, I will always remember our many discussions about Penn State football. You were a wonderful Dad to an amazing family and you will be greatly missed. It has been a pleasure knowing you. May you rest in peace.

-With deepest sympathy
Rosalie Prizzi

James Kiernan

October 25, 2013

Its Not Goodbye it is Hello. To the sweetest man who lived and held everyone together. God Bless

Karamia Grant Lujan

October 25, 2013

Sending my love and prayers to you all!!! Uncle Paul you will be greatly missed! You leave behind beautiful children who will carry on your spirit and memories.

Lenore Myers

October 25, 2013

Mr.Grant, Popi Grant. The General.
You always had a twinkle in your eye and a smile and a story to tell. You were a wonderful man with a good heart. It was a treasure to be a part of your life and to be treated as one of your own. Thank you for always embracing my Mikey with that same love. We will always miss and love you.

Lenore Myers

October 25, 2013

Mr. Grant, Popi Grant, The General.
Always with a smile and a twinkle in his eye and a story to tell. You were a a man with such a good heart. It was treasure to be part of your life and to always be treated as one of your own. I will love and miss you always.

October 25, 2013

Paul and Monica
We know your pain and we are deeply sorry for your loss. We know your Dad is in peace now and enjoying his new adventures. We know that his memories will be cherished.
The Brumfield's

Paula Replogle

October 25, 2013

So sorry for your lose Grant family. I really enjoyed being a Home Health Aide for Paul. He was always so kind & thoughtful & always had a smile on his face. RIP Paul, will meet you someday in the heavens called paradise.

Wedding Day October 1958

Paul Grant

October 25, 2013

John Whalen

October 25, 2013

I was only privy to meeting Paul Grant and shaking his hand one time. That was the only connection needed, and from that one handshake, I can attest that everything that lives on in the hearts, minds, and souls of his family and friends is true. Thank you, Paul.

Johan Moran

October 25, 2013

Dad-your love will always live on within each of us. Thank you for your special love. Your loyalty was like no other. I will spend the rest of my life missing you but I will always smile when I think of you. You became my best friend. I have nothing but love and gratitude. Go give Bob a big hug from me and Shani. Love you always. ??

DOLORES MILLER

October 25, 2013

I MEET JOHAN'S DEAR DAD ONE DAY BEFORE HE GOT REAL SICK! HE WAS A RADIANT LIGHT.
I BROGHT HIM FLOWERS AND HE LOVED THEM! ASKING ME ALL KINDS OF QUESTIONS ABOUT MYSELF...I AM THANKFUL I GOT TO MEET PAUL. REST IN PEACE DEAR MAN! LOVE DOLORES

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