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Grant L. Yancey
November 27, 1953 - November 23, 2025
BORN
November 27, 1953
DIED
November 23, 2025
UPCOMING SERVICE
Grant Yancey Obituary
Grant shared 51 beautiful years of marriage with the love of his life, Linda. They created a home filled with love, laughter, and unwavering devotion. Grant was immensely proud of their 4 children: Brooks (Erin), Stefan (Jadea), Ben (Alia), and Megan (Dwayne). Being their father and a husband - and later a grandfather - is what he cherished most. He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Caleb, Logan, Parker, Drew, Everett, Nixon, and Carmanah, each of whom brought him deep happiness.
Grant is also survived by his brother Vic Yancey (Anna), and he leaves behind a large and cherished extended family of in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends across Alberta and beyond - each of whom held him close and loved him dearly.
Grant spent his career as a respiratory therapist, and he dedicated many years to serving his community as a volunteer firefighter in View Royal. He also enjoyed working as a part-time farmer alongside his brother-in-law, embracing the rhythm of the land and the satisfaction of honest work.
Grant will be remembered for his calming presence, his humour, his devotion to family, and his deep capacity for kindness. He showed his loved ones what it meant to live with integrity and an open heart, and he leaves behind a legacy rooted in generosity, service, and the enduring bonds of family.
Grant's absence will be felt profoundly, but the impact of his life - and the love he poured into those around him - will live on in all who knew him.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 21st at 1:00 p.m. at the Victoria Scottish Community Centre in View Royal.
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Scott Cadwallader
Yesterday
His light and that beautiful smile shine on and shine honorably bright in his children and grandchildren. A job well done Grant! You will be missed by all those lucky enough to have shared in the gift that was you. Your gift as a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather uncle and friend. Rest well buddy and heads up and hearts full to the Yancey family.
Cathy Clackson
Yesterday
I was so sad to learn about Grant´s passing. My memories of walking into ICU and seeing Grant as the RT always brought calm and reassurance to me. I loved his family stories and how much he cherished his children. I am so sorry for your loss! I will always remember his great warm smile!
Wayne Kuzio
Yesterday
My heart goes out to Linda, Brooks, Stefan, Ben and Megan and the whole family. I really have so many memories that I think of often. We had so much fun, skiing, hockey, riding bikes Jasper to Banff, canoeing, trips to Fawcett, and Grants BBQ"s. Grant was a solid friend with an amazing family. I am very lucky to have been a friend to Grant and Linda's family. Wayne Kuzio
Jackie Parker
Yesterday
As so many people have already said "what a nice person he was" I played slo-pitch with him for the VR fire dept & the whole team felt like family. Your children were so young then. The picture on Facebook made me realize how darn old I am. I wonder if Megan remembers when she was having a sad day at the ball park ( she about 5-6) so I let her wear my Mickey Mouse socks with ears & she was happy. Love to you all. Jackie Parker
Wendy Parker
Yesterday
My heart goes out to Linda, Brooks, Stefan, Ben and Megan. I fondly remember the days of playing slo-pitch with 'Grant Slam'. We had a lot of laughs and a ton of fun. My heart goes out to all of the family. Wendy Parker
rich banting
Yesterday
as my firsy cousin going to miss you RIP
Robert David Laidler
November 26, 2025
I worked with Grant over many years at both VGH and the Jubilee Hospitals. He was my clinical supervisor at the Jubilee and we both retired the same day in 2014. Grant was a friendly guy who stuck up for his staff. All of his former colleagues are saddened by his passing. Here's a pic from the early 1990's of Grant, myself and Betty (another Jubilee RT) at a summer RT party at his place. RIP amigo. Bob Laidler
Jess and Peg Laing
November 26, 2025
Condolences to Linda, truly the love of Grant's life, their children and grandchildren. He was a lifelong friend that never pretended to be anything other than what he was; a genuinely nice person who unashamedly loved his family and was a friend who had your back. So many happy times shared, he will be greatly missed. Will never play a game of Mexican Train without thinking of him and Linda. His kids will remember the Grant and Jess hunting story that ended up with a train vs truck situation. So thankful for the trip they made back to Fawcett for Thanksgiving and getting to have a wonderful visit. Love to all.
Les and Rhea Properzi
November 26, 2025
We are thinking of you Linda and family as well as all the Bell family. Grant will be missed.
Daryl McIntyre
November 26, 2025
With great sadness we heard about Grants passing. A good Friend, teammate, kayaker and socializer. Many memories, pushing Linda in a grocery cart, after ball get-togethers, visiting and meeting family. Kind, gracious and humorous. Thoughts to Linda and family. Daryl & Lorna
Myrna van de Ligt
November 26, 2025
Sorry to hear about Grant our thoughts and prayers our with the Yancey&Bell families
Grant will be missed
We always enjoyed Mexican train and a great visit
I know Grant loved his cinnamon buns RIP.
June Parker
November 26, 2025
My heart breaks for Linda and the rest of the family. Grant was a lovely person and will be missed by many. I have known Linda and Grant for many years and have wonderful memories of the fun we shared. He was always there looking out for us. Such a beautiful kind soul.
Marilyn Spencer
November 26, 2025
It was a real pleasure & honour getting to know you and all your family over the years. I have many great memories. You will be sadly missed but never forgotten. Another angel watching over us.
Wayne Yancey
November 26, 2025
Olwyn Rutter
November 26, 2025
My condolences to all of Grant's family. I worked for Grant at the hospital. He was a fabulous boss and became a good friend to me. I shall always remember him as one of the kindest and fairest of individuals who made me laugh on a daily basis with his great humour. Bye Grant.
PETE FLUCKER
November 26, 2025
My condolences to Grant's family on their loss. I enjoyed playing with him
when we were teammates on the Esquimalt Oldies slowpitch team. He had a happy-go- lucky personality and made me feel welcome when I first joined the Oldies. Pete Flucker
Penny and Rienold Zimmer
November 26, 2025
Grant was someone I have felt lucky to meet and have a friendship with. One of those people in life that made a difference and and impact to all he met!!
Bill and Tracy Rice
November 26, 2025
Grant was our good friend for 48 years. We fondly remember our yearly trips with him and Linda to Jasper and all the other good times we´ve shared over the years.
Ross and Susan Smith
November 26, 2025
Life long friend, skated many a mile together, will be missed on the trail of life
Dale
November 26, 2025
We will miss you, my cousin
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