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Grant Sifford Obituary
Mr. Sifford, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord as the result of a tragic accident on February 2, 2010.
Grant was born November 6, 1959 in Jefferson City, MO to Verna Sifford and the late Darrell Sifford, former editor of The Charlotte News and nationally syndicated columnist. He is also survived by a brother, Jay Sifford of Charlotte, aunt and uncle Bob and Yvonne Angerer of Missouri and cousins, Rob Angerer and Karl Angerer.
Grant was a 1981 graduate of UNCC with a degree in business and accounting. He was the current president of the Insurance Auditors Association of the Carolinas.
A memorial service to celebrate Grant's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 8 at Forest Hill Church, 7224 Park Rd., 28210, with the Rev. Chris Payne officiating. Family will greet visitors immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Seeds of Hope, c/o Forest Hill Church or to Samaritan's Purse.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Grant Sifford
Ted Meredith
February 11, 2010
Dear Verna Mae,
My sister, Marge Meredith, informed me about the death of your son, Grant. You have my deep sympathy. I know you will miss him so very much.
Ted Meredith
Class of 1952, JCJC
Kate Stevenson
February 9, 2010
Verna, I am so sorry for your loss. Grant was a good hearted soul with a wonderful smile and I know he will be truly missed. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Patricia & Jose Dap
February 9, 2010
Dear Verna,
We are truly sorry to hear of Grants sudden passing. We wish to express our deepest sympathies to you and Jay for this tragic loss. Please know we share in your sorrow and will keep you in our thoughts and prayer.
Lisa Funderburk
February 8, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Grants Mom, Brother, Carla and the boys. I knew Grant for many years while we both worked for Langer & Associates. He was always such a pleasure to work with. Very kind and very soft spoken. He will be missed. This is a terrible tragedy and my thoughts & prayers are with you all.
K Hicks
February 7, 2010
My mother and I are so sorry about your loss. We are keeping your family in our prayers.
Kitty Hicks and Clayton Jones
Bill Kouri
February 7, 2010
I go all the way back to Montford Academy, where in 6th grade as well as through later years in life, Grant and I were such good friends. I didn't have the opportunity to keep up with Grant much through college days, but I certainly remember him to be a great person and I ache for his loved ones at his early passing.
Peter Thevaos
February 7, 2010
Verna, As a father of two wonderful young men myself I can only tell you that my heart aches for both you and Jay. GOD however in his infinite wisdom and grace will see you through this. May GOD rest Grant's soul and bring you peace.
Peter
Pete Davis
February 7, 2010
Dear Sifford Family,
I am deeply saddened to learn of
Grant's passing. He and I were great friends at UNC Charlotte during our years there, and we both shared a love of music. I rediscovered a cd of his music just the other day, one he had given me long ago. In the years since university, we had kept up with one another, mostly through the annual Christmas card correspondence. Having lost my Father late last year, I know the deep hurt that the passing of a loved one brings. Lean on your faith, take one step at a time, and treasure the memories of your time with Grant. I know I will treasure my memories of him, and smile thinking about them. You have my deepest sympathies.
February 7, 2010
As a lifelong friend of Grant's father Darrell, the sadness of Darrell's early passing years ago is increased by the tragic death of Grant. I can only hope Verna and Jay's faith, which I know to be strong, will get them through this. Marcia Burwell
February 7, 2010
To Jay and Granda Verna,
With deepest sympathany.
Carla, Dalton and Patrick
February 7, 2010
In loving memory to a great friend, husband and daddy. I admired Grant's will to extend a helping hand to those in need. Always a lover of music, animals, and the Andy Griffith show. Thanks for being there for and loving Patrick and Dalton. You will always hold that special place in my heart.
Forever,
Carla
Whitner Harris
February 7, 2010
To Jay and Verna, my thoughts and prayers are for you at this time.
Mike Maness
February 6, 2010
Mrs. Sifford, Jay, and all of Grant's extended family: my deepest condolences to you upon the passing of Grant. He was a very good friend to me; the time that I and all of his friends spent with him, especially playing and listening to music, are a great gift he gave to us all that will stay with us all of our lives.
Josh Fath
February 6, 2010
Grant was a gret next-door neighbor. We are saddened to hear this tragic news. Our thoughts and prayer are with the entire famile. God Bless. ~The Fath's
Coral Dexter
February 6, 2010
Grant was always a special friend to me and he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathy to his family, Carla and the boys.
Wyndell Sifford
February 6, 2010
We are so very sorry to hear of Grant's tragic death. Our heart goes out to you and Jay. May the Lord comfort you. God bless ~ Wyndell & Mary Ann
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