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Curtis Granthen Obituary

Curtis D. Granthen, 55, of Phoenix passed away Oct 16, 2007. He was born May 18, 1952 in Detroit to Fredrick and Alma Grund Granthen. Curtis was a commercial photographer and owner of Curt Granthen Photography. He prized his English Pointers, Brio Rose, Gator, Jinka, and Nola and was the American Field Region 12 Secretary /Treasurer. He was a graduate of the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI, and had moved to Phoenix in 1991. Curtis is survived by his wife, Harriett, his mother, Alma, of Sterling Heights, MI, In-laws, Richard and Judie Mitten of Glendale, AZ, sisters Carol Brown, Charlene Orlando (Mike), brother Charles (Dianne), each of Michigan, niece Tiffany A. Lidington (Mike) of Phoenix, nephews Richard N. Mitten, Jr. of Lake Havasu, AZ, and Art Brown (Sue) of Peoria, AZ, and many loving nieces and nephews in Michigan.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 20, 2007.

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Penny Treat

October 30, 2007

Harriet- You probably don't remeber me, but I worked as an assistant for Curt some years ago- I met you in that hot little studio in Detroit. I just googled him and found out about his passing now - I just wanted to say I'm so sorry.

Dave Kenny

October 29, 2007

Harriett,
Curt is in my thoughts and prayers.
Please know we stand beside you now and in the future.
Dave Kenny

Jeanie Mahlstedt

October 25, 2007

Curt was one of our favorite hunters, we will miss seeing him each fall.
Our most sincere sympathy.
George & Jeanie Mahlstedt

Carl Capron

October 24, 2007

Harriet- I was so saddened when you told me about Curt. My prayers are with you as you go through these difficult times.

Art Holeman

October 24, 2007

I'm so sorry Harriett for your loss..

John Bosselli

October 24, 2007

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Curt Granthen, and my condolences go out to Harriet and Curt's entire family. Curt always was our agency's first and only choice for a photographer and I will miss the energy and joy he brought to each and every project he worked on. I will always remain inspired by Curt's work ethic, and how he and Harriet always made you feel at home in their studio. Heaven must look even more amazing now that Curt is taking pictures of it! We will miss you!

Pamela Hamilton

October 21, 2007

My heart goes out to all of the members of the Granthem family. Curt was dedicated, creative and generous. He will be greatly missed.

Sharon Salomon

October 21, 2007

Harriett, I'm so sorry. I'm at your service. Please let me know what you need.
Love,
Sharon Salomon

Ken Hart

October 20, 2007

Curt is a major reason that I have enjoyed Hunting and Trialing with my Bird Dogs. I will remember him as a friend and Pointing Dog enthusiast.

Frank Waid

October 20, 2007

I am truly saddend by the passing of Curt. He was a good friend, and a real inspiration to myself and many others in the Sporting Dog World which he so enjoyed.

Dave Higgins

October 20, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to Harriet and Curt's family. Curt was a great guy who was passionate about his pursuits.

Carey Powell

October 20, 2007

I am so sadden to hear of Curt's passing. He was a True Sportsman and touched my life in so many positive ways.

I have lived a better life because he had been a part of it and I will always cherish the memories of the adventures we had shared together.

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