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GRANT, Charles Reverend Charles William Grant was born into this life on March 18, 1927 in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1956, he answered the divine call and was licensed and ordained for the ministry. In 1948, he met and married his soul mate, Miss Patsy O'Neal Sanders of Atlanta, Georgia. To this union nine children were born, five girls and four boys. In 1978, he became the full time Pastor of The Mount Welcome Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Grant's contribution to the metro community included the following: Morehouse School of Religion Board of Directors, a life time member of the NAACP, the Georgia Community Action Association, the Clayton County Ministerial Alliance, the Southern Regional Hospital Authority, former moderator of the Atlanta Missionary Baptist Association, 100 Black Men, and many, many others. His awards include: Clayton County Bar Association "Liberty Bell Award", President's Champion Award, Earl Jones Award & Community Champion Award (all from GCAA); NAACP Image Award and the coveted Elijah P. Lovejoy Award. One of Rev. Grant's most honored moments was the renaming of Aviation Boulevard to the new "CHARLES W. GRANT PARKWAY" by a unanimous agreement of the Clayton County Board of Commissioners. Rev. Grant was a god-fearing man who loved and treasured his family. They will miss him dearly. He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife for sixty-six years, Mrs. Patsy O'Neal Grant of Forest Park, Georgia; 4 sons of which 2 preceded him in death, 5 daughters, 26 blessed grandchildren, 42 precious great grandchildren and 6 adored great-great grandchildren; 2 sisters, and a host of other close relatives, church members, colleagues and countless friends who were blessed to know him. Celebration of Life Honoring his Life and Legacy will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church-142 College Street, Jonesboro GA. Dr. Mel Blackaby, Sr Pastor; Dr. Darryl Roberts, Sr Pastor of Mt. Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, Officiating; Dr. Augustus T. Curry, Sr Pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church, Eulogist. His remains will lie in state from 9am to the hour of service. Viewing from 9am-4pm at Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes, South DeKalb Chapel and from 5pm-8pm at Mt. Welcome Missionary Baptist Church. He will be laid to rest at Kennedy Memorial Gardens-Ellenwood GA. Please visit www.levettfuneralhome. com to express condolences. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory-4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy, Decatur GA (404)241-5656

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from Apr. 5 to Apr. 9, 2014.

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mildred j Scandrett

March 30, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

mildred Scandrett

April 10, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Linda(Gail) Blash

March 30, 2021

Pastor Grant is truly missed RIH Pastor Grant

Mildred scandrett

April 1, 2019

keep him close in your heart and his thought will alway be with you

Tina Hale

March 11, 2015

My sincere condolences to the Grant family.

David Robinson

January 18, 2015

I got this notification very late (like a few months). He was a great preacher. I know members of his family who attended schools where I taught...and became teachers. I missed the announcement because I was on a school trip with a high school orchestra to Austria. I pray for his wonderful family and his church.

Steven Glass

April 19, 2014

God bless the spirit of Pastor and his family. Pastor was truly a good, good man. I love you pastor.

Mother Grant, my God continue to comfort you.

love always,
Steven Glass and family.

Sulla Bolton

April 14, 2014

Rest in peace Rev. Grant my prayers and thoughts are with Mother Grant and the family.
Love, Sue Bolton

Trudie Carmichael

April 11, 2014

Just heard of his death on yesterday. Rev. Grant was a pillar in the Clayton County community. I had the privilege of working as an Intern for him at the Clayton Co. EOA. He will be truly missed.

Chernique Conyers

April 11, 2014

Oh how well do I remember Rev. Grant!!! Pleasant memories of my childhood at Mt. Welcome!!! My prayers to Mother Grant and the rest of the family. But what a great assurance to know that when our earthly physical vessel will decay, God has prepared us another body that will not fail us. To be absent from this body is a blessed assurance that we will be present with the Lord.

Bobbie Andrews

April 10, 2014

We love you Rev Grant and will mis you

April 10, 2014

R.I.P. Rev. Grant, you will be missed. Mother Grant and family, you are in our prayers.

Sis. Marie Tyson
Sis. Janice Tyson

Bonita Lacy - Healing Hearts of Families USA

April 10, 2014

The passing of a loved one is hard and we weep of the loss, but not so much when they leave a legacy of good deeds that live on. Mr. Grant made a way to serve the least of us through grace, mercy and love for the community. Knowing ones legacy make our loss more tolerable. For we know GOD said well done and called him home. God Bless this family in their time of celebration of a life well lived.

April 10, 2014

Deborah, Mrs.Grant and Family, our deepest sympathy, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Helen Thornton...Sharpsburg, Ga
Dorothy Johnson...Morrow ,Ga

Dacia & Pam Gilkey

April 10, 2014

With deepest sympathy for your loss. God is with you every step of the way during this difficult time.

Love Pam & Dacia Gilkey

Jeanette Walker Anthony Family

April 10, 2014

Gone but never forgotten. Another Saint has gone before us. Thank you God for giving us Rev Grant. A great example as husband, father and a champion for us all. Family take care. Be strong. We love you.

Jay and Sharon Smith

April 10, 2014

Sincere condolences and deepest regrets in your loss. Reverend Grant was a fine man whom could capture an audience with the power or humor of his word. May he Rest In Peace.

Rosy Douglas

April 10, 2014

My prayers go out for the Grant family in this time of sorrow. Find strength in God's promise and the many wonderful memories you share.

Wiley Snell

April 10, 2014

A man of valor.

Kennedy Barrett

April 10, 2014

I will always miss you <3

ELLISON' FAMILY'

April 9, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Vanessa Hill and Family

April 9, 2014

To Mother Grant And Family, You all are in our prayers and we love you all very much.

Wyatt Family

April 9, 2014

My god be with you and your family

Consuela Hunter

April 9, 2014

My heart goes out to the Grant family, my love is with each and ever one of y'all.

Consuela Hunter

April 9, 2014

I would like to send my love to the Grant family, and know that y'all have my deepest sympathy.

Whitfield & Lilly Jones

April 9, 2014

To mother Grant and family we Lght this Candle in Lovong memory of a great Pastor and great man of God who will Truly be missed

Vickie Whitaker

April 9, 2014

My heart goes out to the Grant Family at this time and in the days ahead.

April 9, 2014

With deepest sympathy to the GRANT family.

Euravine Momon

April 9, 2014

I know he is already making everybody laugh. I have you all in my prayers, he will be missed by all.

CATRITA AYCOCK

April 9, 2014

TO THE GRANT FAMILY AND TO BEVERLY MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. CELEBRATE YOUR MEMORIES. CATRITA AYCOOCK @ THE ATLANTA CIVIC CENTER

Edluie (Ed) D. Walker

April 9, 2014

To the Grant Family:
Those of us who knew Reverend Charles Grant well are blessed. He was a concerned christian man. I met him and his wonderful family when he faithfully served as my home church pastor at the Wolf Creek County Line Baptist Church in Locust Grove, Georgia. I also had the distinct pleasure of serving with him as a colleague when he served as director of the Clayton County Community Action Agency. He demonstrated genuine commitment to the under served. Mrs. Grant, you have been a loyal, supportive christian lady who is greatly adored and loved.I thank God for giving you the spirit of sharing Reverend Grant with us. Keep thanking God for the great memories Reverend Grant has given you and your family and God will heal the broken heartedness. I am available if you need me.

Billy Haynes

April 9, 2014

Love and peace to you Mother Grant and the entire Grant family.

Sincere Love, Mr. Billy and Beulah Haynes and Family

Jeanie Kirksey

April 9, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! The Kirksey Family!

irene rev.21:4

April 9, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 9, 2014

sending our deepest condolences to the grant family. rev grant will surely be missed. we thank god for his life. pamela mcneill and sulla bolton

The Wyatt Family

April 8, 2014

TO the Grant family you are n our prayers

Courtney Lovely

April 8, 2014

God we thank you for giving us Rev. Charles W. Grant, a shepherd after your own heart (Jeremiah 3:15). Rev. Grant, we all were blessed by your servant heart and are reminded that we are ALL saved to serve. "Oh heart, if one should say to you that the soul perishes like the body, answer that the flower withers, but the seed remains."-Khalil Gibran

Lynnea Bailey

April 8, 2014

Mother Grant and Family my prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God continue to bless and watch over you all.
Love Lynn Bailey

Ann Sanders

April 8, 2014

To Mother Grant and Family, may God bless you and keep you. I love you all.

Renee Carriker

April 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Anthony Wright

April 8, 2014

To mother Grant and family, Rev. Grant, an impeccable and a magnificent man of his time. He will always be remember in my heart, i will never forget him and all the things he has taught me. A preacher that understood that the pulpit was not only in the church building, but he made his pulpit where ever he went. He understood ministry wasn't only in the church, but outside the church as well. As a leader and role model in the community. He will forever be remembered and missed. With love joy, and honor may he rest in peace. Love always Rev. A.L. Wright

Gary Hatten, Sr.

April 8, 2014

To Mother Grant,May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. And know that He was a Great Man, who will surely be MISSED.

Rev.Freddy & Brenda McCray

April 8, 2014

Our hearts and prayers are with the family in your time of lost.

EARLENE J. PATRICK

April 8, 2014

MOTHER GRANT AND FAMILY I AM PRAYING FOR LOVE AND COMFORT. HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON TO ME, I AM GOING TO TRULY MISS HIM. BOARD MEMBER AND FRIEND

Sylvia Chapman

April 8, 2014

Mother Grant & Family, my sincere condolences to you at this sad time. Rev. Grant ministered to me for many years during my stay in Decatur. He was a wonderful & loved man. May you find peace in his loving memories. Enjoyed talking with you last night Mother Grant. May God continue to bless you & keep you strong.
Love & Prayers

Edna Norwood

April 8, 2014

Alma White

April 8, 2014

To the entire Grant Families; Wishing you comfort during this difficult time...The heart aches for what it has loved and lost. He left a legacy of Love that remains and always will. Rev. Grant was a very influential man, fluent in speech, very sharp, pastor,teacher, preacher, manager, and a leader. He was not unreachable, untouchable,nor unapproachable or unclear. He was the shepherd of the flock, was on fire for the Lord. He will be missed. May all of you continue to PRESS ON.

Linda Blash

April 8, 2014

Mother Grant Iam truly sorry for your loss. You and Rev Grant was a mother and father to me and my children I will never forget the wisdom he has instill in me he will truly be missed, and you as the woman of god that you are, and has always been. He is with jesus and we will see him again. Rest in peace Rev grant we love you the Blash family

Carla Taylor

April 7, 2014

Rev Grant will be truly missed. Rev Grant meant so much to me and my family. We will always remember him. May God continue to bless and strengthen the family during this time of bereavement.

April 7, 2014

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

REV. DURWIN L. PAUL

April 7, 2014

TO THE GRANT FAMILY:KEEP LOOKING TO THE HILLS FROM WHENCE COMETH YOUR HELP,STAY ENCOURAGED AND CONTINUE TO TRUST GOD.

LORI DODSON

April 7, 2014

My prayers are with the family of Rev. Grant. God less U All. Ex-Employee of C.C.CSA..Head Start.

REV DR PAT BROWN DUGAS

April 7, 2014

Blessings tp this wonderful family as you celebrate the homegoing of such a faithful Icon!!! My father and Rev Grant go back MANY years. I even taught one of his grand children. My love and prayers are with you, as you prepare for his homegoing celebration.

Rev CL & Rosaline Moody

April 7, 2014

A life well lived, a story well readied. Because you have touched so many lives while here on earth your presence will truly be missed, but because of your teaching and preaching we know this is only the beginning we will see you again. You fought a good fight you kept the faith now its time to take your rest. RIP Rev Charles W Grant. We love you but GOD loves you best. until we meet again.

Carol Denise Yancey

April 7, 2014

Mrs. Grant & entire family. My thoughts and prayers with you all. Peace and Love
"Niecey"

Cable Glenn-Brooks

April 7, 2014

When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us. May you take comfort in knowing that you have an angel to watch over you now. We, the
Glenn and Brooks family extend our most sincere condolences. Please just know that we are here for you, please don't hesitate to reach out during this difficult time.

April 7, 2014

To the Grant family whom I love so much, you will always be in my pray. May the Lord heal the broke heart.Because Rev C. W. Grant lived his life to the full, he was a pastor, husdand, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, menton, cousin but most of all he was truely a man of God. We all love him but God love him more. From Minister Deborah R.Rozier and the Rozier Family's.. (We Love Y'all Alway)

The Burton Family and Nellon Family

April 6, 2014

To Mother Grant and The Grant family. As you we are all sadden by the lost of our Pastor Rev C. W. Grant of so many years. We will always remember the jokes, slaps, kisses and support when it was needed. Thank you for coming into our lives to bring the joy. We know as you were getting ready for your trip home, I could see our love one Bro Bennie Burton letting everyone know you were coming. You will be missed dearly.

April 6, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family? A powerful man of God who was loved by all will truly be missed. We thank God for our Pastor.
-The Reddish Family

April 6, 2014

To One of the Father figures I learned how to be a Man
You will truly missed

R I P
Clifford Kelley

Lasha Canty and Family

April 6, 2014

Such an honor to have had a true relationship with my mentor, counselor, friend and pastor. I learned so much from him and he had given me great advice that I will use for life. Thanks Grant family for sharing him even when... Love you Mother Grant and fam!

Mamie Glass Daniel

April 6, 2014

My condolences to the Grant family. he was loved by many. I will keep you in prayers

Jenice Ellis

April 6, 2014

May condolence goes out to mother grant and the entire grant family .....rev c.w.grant will be truly miss but never forgotten the ellis family.love u rev grant and may u r.I.paradise forever
..

Ruben and Jevetta Royster

April 6, 2014

Rev Charles W. Grant was such a wise and inspirational person. His spirit was just great to be around! He was loved and adored by so many and will truly be missed. Especially the slaps to the cheek. Thank you Mother Grant for allowing him to be the man that he was. Love you all and I will continue to pray for your strength as well as your family.

Arlesia Rozier

April 6, 2014

I just want to take the this time to thank Mrs. Grant for sharing a wonderful man Rev. Charles W. Grant. He was a wonderful Pastor and I can go on and on. You will never be forgotten; you will always be in my heart.

Beverly Travis

April 6, 2014

My condolences to the Grant family. Rev Grant was a wise gentle man. I was fortunate to have him encourage me to continue my leadership training that I began in Pensacola FL (Leadership Pensacola)before my transfer. Because of his encouragement I received my Leadership Clayton certificate in 1996. He will be missed by all that knew him.

May your faith sustain you in your time of sorrow.

Katrina Adams

April 6, 2014

Rev Grant was a man of God who was loved dearly by the community & his church family who will be missed but definitely not forgotten. The one thing I will miss are the gentle slaps on the face followed by the kiss on cheek. I remember when he found out that I was deploying he told me I know we don't have to worry about anything happening to you because I know that you are going over their in one piece & coming back the same person just a little more wiser and to this day those words have stuck with me. Today I know he is in heaven preaching one of his best sermons followed by opening the doors of the church with one of those hymns or songs to stir the congregation up. Rest In Paradise our good & faithful servant.

Malinda Weaver

April 5, 2014

To Mother Grant and Family may GOD bless you and keep you in comfort during your time of sorrow. I remember the laughs and the serious talks in the past with Rev. Grant. He will be missed but he left lots of memories for all to be comforted. GOD bless.

Ashley Rozier

April 5, 2014

This man was a strong wise man. He did so many things for me and my family. I'm going to miss the kisses on my face and the light gentle slaps. I will continue to keep the family and Mother Grant in my prayers. Love you all

Ashley Rozier

April 5, 2014

This man was a strong wise man. He did so many things for me and my family. I'm going to miss the kisses on my face and the light gentle slaps. I will continue to keep the family and Mother Grant in my prayers. Love you all

Elaine Glass

April 5, 2014

I know for certain that we never really lose the people we love, even to death. When we lose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We may never understand why Rev. Grant left this earth so soon, or why he left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to understand not just that he died, but that he lived. And through his life he has left us with some memories too beautiful to forget. Let us hold on to those memories, and let them guide us during this time of sadness. For what we have once enjoyed, will forever be with us, and all that we love deeply becomes part of us. In closing, let me say that may his love be the light that guides us each and every day. I love you, I miss you, and I will NEVER forget this beautiful person called Rev. Charles W. Grant!
Love: Brittany, Brandon, and Elaine Glass

Mikki Maloyd

April 5, 2014

My heart dropped when I got the news. You were the only man that could slap my face and still get a kiss because I knew it was love. I thank you for everything you have done for me and every moment you were there too help uplift me. I love you and I well miss you dearly!

April 5, 2014

The lord isn`asking you to handle this alone.He's given you people who care about you and wants to help.I'm one of them,But just in case you could use reminding I am here for you.May God Keep and Blessed You All.
MILDRED AND ROBERT SCANDRETT

Rev. Larry Johnson

April 5, 2014

We all knew this day would come, but still we were not ready to see you go. You always taught us that we are here but for a while, for everyday we are heaven bound. Rev. you came into this world, cold, naked, bare. pain, trouble heartaches, you had your share. Your gone on now, we know exactly where, you were alright here, you'll be alright there. Rest in peace Dad

preston weaver

April 5, 2014

Rev. Grant, my mentor, friend and confident for more than 35-40 years; I will miss you. A man of truth & wisdom; a man of compassion and love for all... this I will always remember. If only the world had more Rev. Grants; what peace would abound.

Karl Tatum

April 5, 2014

Rev you were so much more than a pastor to so many of us. You will be GREATLY missed, but I am sure that you have earned your ultimate reward for such a job well done in your time here on earth. I am forever blessed to have been one of your many adopted sons for the past 40+ years. For all the times you were there for me at my most difficult personal times, I thank you. I will always love and respect you. You were one of the greatest men I have ever had the privilege to know. I hope Heaven is ready cuz ya'll got one SHARP dressed dude bout to come through. Salute to you! Love you always, Doug.

April 5, 2014

Matthew 25:21
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!' James, Nita, and Lea Mason

V. Austin

April 5, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Erica Rozier

April 5, 2014

We love you and so dearly miss you Rev. Grant. No pain, no sorrow. May your soul be at sweet peace forever more. Amen

Brenda and Steve Dalin

April 5, 2014

You will be missed by many people but we will surely meet again. Until then, you will remain in our hearts as fond memories and laughter.

April 5, 2014

we will always love and miss Rev. Grant his love, his smile most of all those loving slaps we know he is now at rest.

Charles&Quilla Dorsey

April 5, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Rose, James, Fredrick Porter

April 5, 2014

A job well done by one of God's Good and Faithful Servants. You will be truly missed because you touched the hearts and lives of so many in a loving way.

Antonneah Bell

April 5, 2014

Rest peacefully in His arms Rev. Grant - Free at last & Won't it be grand! You are missed dearly!

April 5, 2014

Rev. Grant will be greatly missed, but we know a Host of Angels has already taken him safely through the Gates of Heaven and into God's Holy Presence.

The W.A.Fountain High School Class of 1967

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