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John Grannan Obituary
John was born on February 16th 1947 to parents Paul Vincent and Dorothy King Grannan in Orlando Florida. He was raised in Citrus County where he loved learning the history of the land and its families. He also served in the United States Navy at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and then attended the University of South Florida in Tampa,Florida. He worked in Tampa for the State of Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for 27 years before retiring and returning to Citrus County. Always active in community service, John served as president of the Citrus County Historical Society, member of the Crystal River Anthology Guild, committee for the Crystal River High School class reunion and served on the board of the Magnolia Cemetery in Lecanto.
John was preceded in death by his younger brother Jefferson Wray Grannan.
John is survived and greatly missed by his brother Paul (Vicki) Grannan, sisters Meggie (Joe) Fagan and Shelley Harris, nephews Sonti Burnett, Murray Fagan, Zachary (Tiffany) Grannan and nieces Katie (Scott) Holbrook, and Haley (Mike) Berthrong and many great nieces and nephews.
A reception hosted by the Historical Society will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Citrus County Historical Society. Arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home and Crematory, Crystal River.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Grannan
Tom Muncey
November 12, 2020
Tom Muncey
November 12, 2020
Beverly Crockett
August 17, 2018
I am so sad to hear of your passing John. We worked together for a long time and you were always the one to bring laughter and the bright side to the job. Glad I knew you. Rest in Peace dear friend. Bev
Jim Roney
June 7, 2018
John was my neighbor at North Oaks Condo in Tampa. I read of his passing in the USF Alumni Magazine. He was a good guy and is missed.
Linda Medley
March 10, 2018
John was good friend for many years. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. Linda Medley
A S
February 16, 2018
So sorry for the family's loss. The loss of a dear loved one can be very heartbreaking. May the thought of knowing that family and friends share in your grief bring you a measure of comfort. (Proverbs 17:17)
Sandy (Baxley) Boynton
February 14, 2018
Gone too soon. You will always be a part of our history and memories. You will be missed. Our deepest sympathy.
The Baxley family
Katie Holbrook
February 9, 2018
Words cannot describe how much you are missed, but I know you are watching over us all! Fly high, Uncle Johnny!
Lyman Strickland & the Staff of Strickland Funeral Home
February 9, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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