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2023
Michael Granger Obituary
With much sadness, we announce the passing of Michael Granger, age 54, of Bristol, CT. He died unexpectedly on May 11, 2023. He was born on February 1, 1969 to (the late) Frank (Bart) Granger, Jr. and Janet (Bird) Granger.
Mike graduated from Bristol Eastern High School in 1987. He was employed at Eversource Energy, a member of IBEW Local 457 and served as a Union Steward.
Mike loved baseball. He became a devoted Red Sox fan at a very young age when he frequently traveled to Boston for appointments at the Joslin Diabetes Center then went to Fenway Park, his favorite stadium. He played baseball with McCabe Waters Little League, Bristol Eastern High School (State Champs 1986) and American Legion. He had a passion for golf and was a member of Pequabuck Golf Club, played in the Paul Karvoski Annual Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit St. Francis Hospital Cancer Center and was a coordinator of the IBEW 420/457 Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Connecticut Children's Medical Center. He loved 80's rock music, traveling and the Dallas Cowboys. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with family and his many life-long friends.
Mike is survived by his wife Kimberly (Blaisdell) Granger, mother Janet (Bird) Granger, sisters Jennifer Granger and Callie Penn (Steven), nieces Megan and Mikayla Penn, nephews Collin and Liam Penn (known to them as Uncle Mikey), and especially Frankie Cleaves who was like a son, aunts, many cousins, sisters-in-law Pamala Blaisdell and Roberta Cote, mother-in-law Barbara Blaisdell and his beloved and loyal friends who were like family.
Mike is predeceased by his father Frank Granger, Jr., brother Shawn Granger, father-in-law Richard Blaisdell and brother-in-law Bryan Cote.
A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 10:30 am at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 235 Maltby St., Bristol, CT, followed by committal at St. Joseph Cemetery, 522 Terryville Ave., Bristol, CT. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 200 Vesey St., 28th Floor, New York, NY 10281.
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Eric Beebe
June 25, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sean Monde
June 14, 2023
Shocked to hear about the loss of Mike. Though I only knew him in grade school, I remember Mike fondly for his humor and his heart of gold. The world will be less brighter without him. Condolences to Kim, Janet and the rest of the family and friends.
Robin Vidito
June 13, 2023
I was blessed to witness the wonderful heart Granger had, although it was usually delivered with a lot of banter as Al said (A LOT). :)
In the 10+ years, I knew him - we went from colleagues on the golf tournament to a dear friend. My heart goes out to everyone. The world definitely lost a little bit of its brightness when he passed.
Hugs to Kim, his family, and his friends (who he'd tell you were his family)
Judy & John Eckstrom
June 13, 2023
Kim and Frankie, and family. We are sorry for your loss. Mike. He left us his smile that we will never forget.
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John Crowley
June 12, 2023
Kim - We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful guy. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John Crowley & Family
Tami Lombardi
June 9, 2023
Kim,
Tommy and I are so sad for the loss of Michael. He was such a great guy. A beautiful smile and an outgoing character. We will always remember your wedding day and all the fun times we shared with him by your side. Kim you're in our thoughts, my brave friend.
Love, Tami and Tom
John Loughran
June 6, 2023
Mike and Shawn were in my Scout troop way back in the day. Good guys and those were good times. Proud that Mike also volunteered as a Union Steward. Sad to see both of these guys are gone. My condolences to all of their family members.
Jane & Steve Karvo
June 3, 2023
So sad to hear of the passing of Mike. Happy to know that our sons, Mark & Jim were able to have Mike as one of their best friends. A fond memory we have is when Jim has his annual Thanksgiving "Bloody Mary" gathering at our home and the guys would talk baseball and fantasy football. Mike will always be remembered for his love of the Red Sox & Red Sox Nation. RIP Mike
Susan Bogan
June 3, 2023
Kim I am so sorry for your loss! My prayers are with you and the Family. I am glad I was able to visit the week before his passing. Your incredibly Strong !! I Love You and Am Always Available to You and Roberta!
Lots Of Love Susan Bogan
Dick DiMeo
June 3, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cheryl Blaisdell
June 2, 2023
Kim, Frankie and families, thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending prayers and hugs to all. You all are in my thoughts.
Nick stack
June 1, 2023
Grange,the red dot. I just can´t believe it buddy. So many memories I can´t even begin to say. We have been friends for over 40 years. It breaks my heart that me you Karv Benny and the boys will not
Be playing golf in our so called golden years. However I am sure we will have a story on every hole and u will be in it. I love u brother. My Heart breaks every day. Rip my best friend and my second brother I love u Mike.
Bonnie
June 1, 2023
Kim and Frankie sorry about your recent losses, hugs
Tracey Paradis
June 1, 2023
My deepest condolences to Kim, Frankie, his family and closest friends.
Christine Goodine
June 1, 2023
Michael was just an all around great guy. He and my younger brother Nicholas were very close. Our whole family just loved him, you wii be missed Michael
Larry and Chris Goodine
Scott Lombard
June 1, 2023
I've been blessed to call Michael a friend... His personality grew along with him... 45 years of friendship made learning about his passing difficult to swallow... Infectious smile and quick wit are what will remain in my memory... To his family, my deepest condolences... See you on the other side
Lori Mastrobattista
June 1, 2023
Dearest Mike,
I'm so sad to hear about your passing. You were always such a great guy with a lending ear, a smile, and a wonderful personality.. May you find peace. It is a pleasure to know you .
Your Friend Lori
Kelly Brown
June 1, 2023
Kim,
I am so sorry to hear the news. You and Frankie are in my thoughts. You both were so much a part of Dylan´s growing up. Mike was fantastic and a great guy. He will be truly missed. If we can do anything for you please let us know.
The Brown Family
Christine Landry Lemon
June 1, 2023
Kim I am so saddened to have heard of the passing of Mike. He truly was always the light in the room! Kind and good! May you find the strength from your love and memories you shared with together!
Hugs,
Christine Landry Lemon
Beth Burns
June 1, 2023
God bless you and your family. Tim loved you and spoke volumes of your shenanigans and the stories of hanging at sporty´s. Prayers to you Kim
He is and will always be a great man. Forever in our hearts.
Debby DiLoreto
June 1, 2023
Dear Kim and Frankie. My deepest condolences as it´s with a heavy heart I read about Mike´s passing. Such a great guy friend to so many. I´ll never forget the crazy times back in high school typing class. God Speed Grange!
Angie Simpson
June 1, 2023
Thanks for the laughs at hole 16! May you rest in peace. My love to the family and his wife. Angie
Cindy (Shea) Lizano
June 1, 2023
Dear Kim and family, please accept my sincere condolences. I remember Mike from high school and remember his smile. His silly dashboard Hula dancer videos as he headed out to work made me laugh many days. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rest in peace Michael, you will be missed.
Vinny Guarda
June 1, 2023
So many great memories with you Mike! You always lit up the room. You were a great friend to so many of us. My deepest condolences to Kim and the family! I am going to miss our golf matches and good times. RIP buddy!
William ( Billy) Bayne
June 1, 2023
Condolences to the Granger & Blaisdell families. On behalf of all of us " Down the Barn", Mike will be missed by everyone. R.I.P. Mike .
Cindy MacDonald
June 1, 2023
My condolences to Kim, family and friends. We never understand the why but I know Mike knew he was loved by many. I have too many memories with Mike to pick one special but I will always treasure the kindness he shared when I became a Sportys newbie. Rest in peace Mike. You will be missed. I hope your Red Sox can turn this season around.
Allen McConnell
June 1, 2023
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kim and the Granger Family. I will miss him with all my heart along with all his banter and there was a lot of banter. Rest easy my Brother till We meet again.
Jen Pilon
June 1, 2023
My deepest condolences to all of you during this time. You are all in my prayers
John Higginbotham
June 1, 2023
My deepest sympathy to Kimmie and the whole Granger family. Mike will always be in our thoughts and in our ears. (I still hear him talking today) I will miss our trips with the boys, our early morning tee times, and mostly you talking in our back swings. Including your own. You made everyone around you smile.
RIP MY GOOD FRIEND
John Higgy
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