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Grant Hallmark Obituary

Grant William Hallmark CHARLOTTE - Grant William Hallmark, blessed and beloved son of Rachel and Steve Hallmark, was born July 1, 2013 and died unexpectedly November 5, 2013. Grant captured the hearts of everyone with his infectious joy, his smile that was a pure delight and his love that came from God, his heavenly Father. Loving and missing Grant are grandparents, Ruth and Jim Hallmark, Carol and Dick Harris and great-granny, Joyce Hallmark. His aunts, uncles and cousins: Gi and Jeff Hallmark and Elizabeth and Lauren; Janna and Craig Henney and John; Cynthia Medeles and Amanda and Sam; Debra and James Harris and Richard, Jamie and Jillian; Tamara and Minh Tran and Megan; and numerous other loving great aunts and uncles and their families will always have Grant in their hearts. The church community of Warehouse 242, especially their small group, have loved and supported Rachel, Steve and Grant from the beginning of Grant's life and now in this time of grieving. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 5:30 until 7:30 at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service. A celebration of Grant's life will be held Saturday, November 9, 2013, at 10:00 AM at Warehouse 242. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Warehouse 242, 2307 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208, the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, 500 East Morehead St. Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28202 or to the children's charity of your choice. "Dear Baby Grant, You only ever knew love. Thank you for sharing that love with us in ways that we will now cherish through the joyous memories of your sweet life. You are forever our sunshine. We love you. Mom & Dad" Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Rox and Dianna Burhans

November 12, 2013

Steve and Rachael,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bill DeLoache

November 11, 2013

Rachael and Steve, I cannot imagine the pain that you must be feeling. I have faith that our Father in heaven will give you stength and hope to get you through this difficult time. Hold eachother tight. You are in my prayers daily.

Mary Len Cutter

November 11, 2013

Rachel and Steve, I am still so sad as I think about your loss of sweet baby Grant and your grief. I am praying for you all today. May you feel protection under the shadow of His wing. I am looking forward to seeing his sweet face again in heaven.

Ron & Fori McLean

November 10, 2013

To everyone who loved Grant, we send our heartfelt condolences. We will be adding our prayers to other prayers offered on your behalf as you grieve. The sorrowful news hit us hard and we went to Grant's Abba immediately with petitions of extra grace and mercy upon Rachel and Steve. We love you and are sending hugs from afar ...

Marcia Queen

November 9, 2013

As a mom, step-mom, gramma and nanny, I weep deeply for your loss. I pray great strength and comfort for all the years to come, until your heavenly reunion.

November 9, 2013

Your precious Angel lives forever in Heaven because our Lord lives. May God give you strength and comfort.

Ben Hovis

November 9, 2013

Rachel & Steve,
Megs and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family.

Claudia & Don Lee

November 8, 2013

Rachel and Steve, Don and I are so sad for your loss of beautiful sweet Grant. We can not imagine your pain. Just know that Grant is now with Jesus and is feeling His loving arms around him. I pray that you both would also feel His love, comfort and peace. We love you so much.

Kurt & Kathi Graves

November 8, 2013

Steve and Rachel - we are Easter people. Which means if we mourn in fullness of our grief we will in time find the full hope of the Resurrection as well. You are loved. Grant is and will always be loved and missed until the day when we all reunite in heaven.

Stewart Jensen

November 8, 2013

Rachel and Steve,
Please know that so many of us have you in our thoughts and prayers. No words can express the sorrow we feel for you but may God bless you and keep you strong.

Jill Ketring

November 8, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine your pain. Take strength from your loving family and find peace in your faith.

Pam Crenshaw

November 8, 2013

Rachel and family - There are no words that would adequately convey how I hurt for you all. May God - who's the only One who knows how to truly comfort hold you all tightly.

Kathryn Martin

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve,
You are so loved. We are heartbroken and are grieving with you, praying for you and remembering Grant's abundant joy alongside you.

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve,
Your precious, beautiful Grant, the both of you and Carol and Dick have been in my thoughts and prayers since early Tuesday morning. There are not words to express my deep sorrow for your enormous loss. Very simply, may God continue to carry you and bless you with courage and understanding as you struggle to come to terms with His perfect plan for you. Much love, Colette

Jeremiah 29:11

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Claudia Burch

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve
You are in my prayers. May God grant you and your family comfort as you grieve. Sending you love.

Karen Anderson

November 7, 2013

With continuing prayers and love from Grandmother Carol's Texas Tuesday group of prayer warriors.We grieve your precious loss and we celebrate the miracle and joy that was Grant, May God's loving Presence sustain you all...

November 7, 2013

God bless you. I cannot imagine your pain. He is so beautiful.

First United Methodist CDC

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve you are in our thoughts and prayers. We only knew your family for a short time but we loved Grant dearly. We pray God gives you comfort during this time.

Fati Bynum

November 7, 2013

Words can't express my condolences. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Paul & Ethelene Heinzer

November 7, 2013

Words are so inadequate, but we are truly sorry. From friends of Cynthia,

Annie & Erick Ray

November 7, 2013

You will remain in our hearts and prayers constantly. We love you.

Mandi Kelly

November 7, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May God's grace carry you through. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.

Lauren Johnson

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in all the love and care that surrounds you.

Rick and Elizabeth Moll

November 7, 2013

You are in our hearts and in our prayers during this time and always. We love you and are here for you should you need anything.

November 7, 2013

Words can not express my condolense. May Our Heavenly Father keep his wrapped around the family in this delicate time....
Glynda Harris- Kennedy

November 7, 2013

Sorry for your loss.Praying for you and your family.
Barbara Crisp
~Thinking you and your family at this difficult time. Melanie and the TJU Staff

Andy & Dana Brincefield

November 7, 2013

Dear Rachel and Steve, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Words cannot express our sadness. I pray the sun will shine on you Saturday and always.

Ashleigh Allessio

November 7, 2013

Praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Will Campbell

November 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hallmark family as they celebrate the life of Grant!

Anne Vulcano

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve - I hope you can find some strength in your family and friends to get you through this time. Rachel - your Y Moms are all there for you, whenever you need us. Anne

Amelia & Vic Morris

November 7, 2013

Words cannot express the saddnes I have in my heart for you and your family. My prayers are for God's strength for all that were so close to this precious baby.

November 7, 2013

Rachel and Steve,
We are so so sorry, and send our love and prayers from Texas.
- Stephanie and Kyle Simmons

Callie Wiser

November 7, 2013

Wanted to let you all know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Wishing you peace in your grieving and light on the horizon.
Love, Callie (Taintor) Wiser

Jannelle Hurst

November 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. I pray that the support of your friends and family will console and help you through this time.

Christopher Reid

November 7, 2013

Steve and Rachael, our prayers and condolences go out to you and your family.

Chris and Monica Reid

November 7, 2013

Such a beautiful tribute! All our love and prayers are with each of you.

The Higgins Family

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