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for Grant Brower
Kristy Every
April 20, 2005
I am so sorry for everyone's loss. I know that Grant touched many lives because he always made the most out of his. I met Grant during my first year teaching at M.L. Bennion Elementary. We spent many afternoons discussing the joys and frustrations of our first years in the classroom. He, Angela, and I were the "young teachers" of the school and we spent many Fridays going out for lunch. Grant always brought a smile to our faces after a long week! One memory that I will always remember is when he took me mountain biking for the first time. He underestimated the lenght of the trail and the amount of water we would need and we ended up traveling over 30 miles on our bikes in the middle of a hot summer day and ran out of water halfway through! I remember feeling incredibly ill but he was there to encourage me, as he always did. I cannot think of a kinder, more genuine person. Although he will be missed greatly I can understand why God would want him by His side. We'll always remember you, Grant.
Bridget Chiazzese
April 19, 2005
I am so sincerely sorry to hear about your loss. I met Grant briefly during summer English as a Second Language courses offered through Salt Lake School District. While I didn't have the chance to get to know him well, he definitely stood out as someone you would want teaching your kids - great sense of humor, really intelligent while still being able to relate well to everyone, interesting, dedicated, and passionate about life and living it to the fullest. I am truly sorry for your loss and pray the memories of this vibrant, exciting man will never always stay stong for you.
Tammy Ballard
April 18, 2005
My son was breifly in Mr Brower's class last year when he was in kindergarden. He was teaching the children to speak spanish for 1 hour after school. I met Grant a few times, when I would pick up Austin, or even just walking in the hall, he always had a smile on his face and waved at me. Grant had mentioned to me one time when they were talking about the colors and he asked Austin if he remembered how to say blue in spanish, and Austin said " No, but I am wearing rojo underwear" It was funny, and we laughed about it.
Rose Park was on spring break until today, so I was very saddened to hear this news just today. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and fiance.
Karen Hansen
April 14, 2005
Dear Family,
I met Grant while working at Stansbury Elementary. I'm so very sorry to hear the sad news. Grant had a way of interacting with kids that inspired me on a daily basis. He seemed to know exactly what each particular child needed in order to feel successful. When kids talked about him, it was obvious that he was a role model. He was the "cool teacher" at our school! His sense of humor and his compassion were unfailing. I'll never forget him. I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.
Renee Pinkney
April 12, 2005
To the Brower family, I am truly sorry for your loss. I didn't know Grant but I know Krissy and I know that she and Grant were making a life together that was full of happiness and love. Krissy, I cannot even imagine how deep your pain must be. Remember you have us to lean on. With all my sympathy, love and support, Renee
Debbie Brown
April 12, 2005
Dear Family-all of you!
I enjoyed watching the family grow up through the years that I knew you. My husband, J.R., still talks of the time we took David down to Yuba with us. (Do you remember that too?) It was fun. We even have talked about taking him with us other times too. We assumed that David has his own life now and wouldn’t be interested in tagging along. I was truly shocked to hear about Grant when Dilleen called me. I was planning on making it to the viewing and/or funeral then my daughter came down with strep. I am so sorry to miss the opportunity to see you all again. Do you remember sticking spoons on your nose at the dinner table? I do. We had some great times. Continue to remember the great times and we’ll all laugh about them when we see each other again on the other side. Lots of Love. I miss you ALL. Love, Debbie Brown (formerly Widdison)
Adela Arriaga
April 11, 2005
I was luck enough to meet Grant while working at Rose Park Elementary. He will be greatly missed. My children go to Rose Park and Grant impacted their lives in a wonderful way. They asked me, " mom why did this happen to Mr. Brower?" All I could say was that God needed a special Angel. Grant was that special Angel to many. I will always remember that smile. I pray that the Lord holds your hand thru these hard times.
NICHOLE JONES
April 10, 2005
I DID NOT KNOW GRANT THAT WELL, BUT THE LITTLE THAT I DID GET TO KNOW OF HIM WAS ENOUGH TO KNOW THAT HE WAS TRULY A HERO! HE STANDS FOR EVERYTHING OUR WORLD NEEDS! HE WILL BE FOREVER LOVED AND MISSED!
Linda Syfert
April 9, 2005
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Brower family and friends.
From Linda Syfert, Jessica Cole Harbottle, Libby Cole Thomas and Katie Cole
Sarah (White)Brown
April 8, 2005
Dearest Brower Family, I often wonder how you are all doing and I am very sorry to hear of your great loss. I hope that your family continues to have the spirit and knowledge of our Heavenly Fathers plan. Our hope and prayers are with you for peace in your hearts and souls. Sincerly The Brown Family
Steve Moosman
April 8, 2005
Dirk & Cheryl,
I am so very sorry to learn of your son's passing. I am not in Salt Lake City this week so I will not be able to attend the memorial services this Saturday, but will remember you and your family in my prayers. I have never met Grant but believe that the fruit doesn't fall to far from the tree. The kind comments left in this guest book comfirm this perception.
David Francom
April 8, 2005
I knew Grant for one month in Ecuador and became an admirer of his wonderful talents and perspective on life. We enjoyed some excellent times hiking in Las Cruces (challenging each other to hike the next highest mountain) while waiting for our broken down bus to be replaced. Grant was not one to complain or look for the negative -- but rather saw the funny and positive side of life... Grant had an endearing sense of humor. Grant was an exceptionally kind person to all in our group and I think we all appreciated his quiet good nature no matter what happened. I will remember Grant with fond memories of dancing the Inti Raimie, eating off banana leaves on the banks of an Amazonian tributary, interacting with the school children and especially watching fireworks over the river on a beautiful night on the "malecon" in Guayaquil.
Krissy -- we are all much better people for having known Grant and I share your sadness and know how much you have lost...I believe Grant is in a better place but we will greatly miss him here.
Debbie Thiessen
April 8, 2005
To the Brower family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I haven't seen you for years but I'll always remember what a close family you were. May the Lord bless you and comfort you as only He can.
Maria Heisey (Reyes)
April 8, 2005
Dear Brower Family,
I am so saddened by your loss. I remember Grant as we grew up in the same schools and ward. He was always smiling and I am glad to hear that he accomplished so much and all still with a smile. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and his fiancée.
Libby Crapo CSI
April 8, 2005
Brower Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather Martin
April 8, 2005
I, too, am overwhelmed with this loss. I don't know where to begin, but feel the need to say how much I adored Grant. He and I graduated together from the U of U in Elementary Education, during which we spent a lot of special time together that remains close to my heart. No one could make me laugh like he could.
Brower family, I am sorry. Please know that he was an amazing person!
Kristen, you are very lucky to have had him in your life. My heart is with you.
Heather Martin
Allen Dodge
April 8, 2005
I have no words to express to the family of Grant the deep lose that I feel and the lose the you are feeling now. I am greatful to have gotten to know Grant while in Ecuador. He was a special person and enjoyed life. I wish to express my deepest sorrow to you Krisy at your lose. The time you two spent together will give you great memories. Again I wish to express my deepest sympathies and condolances to you and Grants family.
Stephanie Duke
April 8, 2005
I have not seen Grant for many years. I worked with him at Holiday Inn Guest Services about 7 years ago. As I read the article in todays paper about him, I just knew that it had to be the same sweet, gentle caring Grant that I remembered. I remember him being an outdoorsman, and was not surprised at all to read that he became a teacher to young children. Grant is one of the few unforgettable wonderful people left in this world. My sympathy to his fiance and family, as well as his students, all of whom will miss his presence dearly. I am so sorry for the loss of a genuinely nice man. It seems that the good ones always go first, but there must be a deeper reason for that.
Sheri Allen
April 8, 2005
Dear Krissy, Jess & Kris Schaub,
Jesse, Isaac and I want to extend our heartfelt condolence to you all. Jesse heard yesterday that something had happened and he called me last night, very concerned for Krissy. Today I saw the article in the Tribune, and although it broke my heart for Krissy, I was so impressed by what an incredible person Grant was and thought how wonderful it is for Krissy and Grant’s family to be able to share his story with so many. Krissy, from the bottom of my heart I am so sorry for your loss. Sheri, Jesse and Isaac Allen
Janna Larsen
April 8, 2005
Dear Cheryl, I know how much your children mean to you and how deeply you love them. My heart is saddened for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. Love, Janna
Jamie Moses
April 8, 2005
Brower Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Grant will live on through the many lives that he touched.
Beulah Condie
April 8, 2005
Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. Certainly you are in our prayers and thoughts at this time. God bless you and your family. Love Beulah
Colleen Tregeagle
April 8, 2005
Dear Kristen, I am so sorry for your loss even tho' I don't know you. My daughter recently lost her fiance, the love of her life, and her father in a tragic accident in Jan. There is nothing I can say to ease your pain and loss. Only remember that many of us are praying for you and his and your famlilies. My daughter's pain seems unbearable at times as I am sure yours also does. Keep all the good memories of Grant at the forefront of your mind. If you need to talk to someone who will understand your loss, please contact me and I will put you in touch with my daughter. You could both help each other through this horrible time. May peace be with you, your and his families.
Lucas Bruner
April 8, 2005
I can remember being a kid and looking up to Grant as a hero. I always wanted to be as good as he was in so many things. I send my condolences to his fiancce', family, and students. He has blessed many lifes here on earth and I know he will do so in heaven.
Jeremy Flinders
April 8, 2005
I haven't seen Grant in about 12 years, but it doesn't surprise me that he accomplished so many things in this time. I remember Grant from high school and university as the guy who always smiled, laughed, and had integrity.
My sincere condolances to Grant's family and friends now and in the seasons to come.
Peter Trinh
April 8, 2005
I will miss you my dear old friend. It has been more than 16 years since we last saw or spoke to each other. It is a 16-year mistake which I will not repeat with our other friends. Though we were in the same grades going through Washington Elementary, I saw you as my role model who helped steer my growth and development for the first 5 years of my new life in the US. I have not forgotten nor will I forget the fond memories of our childhood and the experiences that is the foundation of the person I am today. I will miss you my dear old friend.
Beth Anderson
April 7, 2005
The warmest of thoughts for the Brower family at this time. Lydia, we're always here for you.
Brae McDougald (formerly Salisbury)
April 7, 2005
"Do not cry because it is over. Rather, laugh because it happened."
--unknown
I'm grateful to have known Grant. My memories of him are filled with laughter.
I express my love and gratitude to the Brower family for being so kind to me through the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Celeste Syphus
April 7, 2005
I feel so fortunate to have met Grant. He was my son Wesley's after-school Spanish teacher at Rose Park Elementary. Even though he was playing a role in my son's life, and even though our encounters were brief, Grant always treated me as if we had known each other for years. We even joked and laughed the first time we met. All who knew Grant while he was here have been truly blessed, and all who will know him in Heaven will be even more blessed. My heart goes out to his finace and all of his family members. I pray Heavenly Father's spirit will be with you at this time. Everyone who knew Grant loved him.
Heather Christensen
April 7, 2005
Grant was such a sweet and caring person. My children will always remember how funny he was. I wiill always remember how caring he was. I only knew him for a breif time but, he made us all feel like we had been friends forever. May we all strive to be more like him, in his memory.
Dawn Walvort (formerly Roberts)
April 7, 2005
To the entire Brower family I want to extend my condolences. I was so very sadden to hear of Grants tragic accident and know that all who knew him will forever miss his presence. He was very much a part of my families early years in Salt Lake as were all the Brower children. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Schaat
April 7, 2005
Grant was quite simply an amazing person. His quick wit and smile brought joy to my heart on many days when I couldn't find a smile of my own. He was full of love, light, and life. I will never forget the last time I saw him and the huge warm hug that only a "brother" can give. I look forward to seeing Grant again someday in heaven. I expect that he will be included in the loved ones who will meet me with open arms on the other side and we will be able to share our love and friendship for eternity.
All my love to the Brower's, my "second family" and to Kristen, whom I have never met, but thank for the happiness she brought into Grant's life.
Willam Farrington
April 7, 2005
Are thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brian Bruner
April 7, 2005
Grant Brower was someone I will always remember from my childhood - a crazy, active kid who never gave up and who was amazing on the basketball court but an even more amazing friend. Even though I haven't talked to him in many, many years, I am deeply saddened by his departure from this life. I wish his family all the best in this most difficult time.
Emma Wharton-Smoldt
April 7, 2005
I am unsure of what to say currently as I am overwhelmed by emotion at the loss of someone who I was very close to for many many years. My heart goes out to his fiance and his family. Hello to you all.
Grant and I shared many outdoor adventures together and he was one of the finest hiking and backpacking buddies a person could ask for. We explored amazing places together and shared a lot of laughter and fun times. I too loved watching Grant with kids. He took a lot of time preparing interesting and exciting lessons and thought kids were the funniest smartest creatures alive.
I also remember having great political and philisophical discussions with Grant. He loved to explore ideas and deepen his understanding of the world. He also loved great music, Natalie Merchant, Indigo Girls, Dave Matthews, and Sarah McClauglin--knew every song by heart.
I know he loved his siblings very much and was proud of their accomplishments. He also loved his mom's cooking and I remember him poaching cookies and other goodies hot from the oven.
I am certain he will be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emily Fierro
April 7, 2005
I wanted to give my condolences to Grant's family for thier loss. Grant was always such a great friend to me, especially when I had my son. It is the little things that people do for you-the small actions that go unnoticed by the rest of the world-that make them so special. I was so proud of him when he decided to pursue teaching and he was so great at what he did. I will always remember what a spectacular guy Grant was & the fun times we had together.
David Todoroff
April 7, 2005
I played Deck Hockey with Grant and, only new him a short time. In that time, my heart was touched by his honesty, beautiful personality, and incredible gifts. This world is a sader place for it's loss of a wonderful human being, but heaven is a much brighter place today.
Blanca Cruz
April 7, 2005
All your friends from the Ecuador Seminar will remember your kindness, smily and your big heart.
Siempre te recordaré mi hijo, y hoy más que nunca el Seminario de Ecuador será aún más especial para mí.
Tu amiga, tu mamá.
Jeff & Annalee Martin
April 7, 2005
Being great friends with David I got to see Grant in the Big Brother roll. I will never forget the time we went camping in Southern Utah and Grant was having car troubles we pulled up next to him and shined a light in his face. In return we got a really dirty look, we where all in shock, it was the first and only time Grant ever looked frustrated that I had ever seen. He was so happy go lucky. We will miss you Grant. We always talked about you with greatest respect. To the Brower family I am sorry and sad for your loss and I love you all.
Keely Morris
April 7, 2005
Grant will be missed dearly by everyone. His happiness and positive attitude always lit up the room. Genuine compassion and love epitomized the aura of Grant. Our hearts go out to his family and fiance. He will forever be remembered with fondness and smiles.
melanie brower
April 7, 2005
I just wanted to send my love and support to the family.
I heard his students loved having him as a teacher.
Think of all the children in heaven that are going to love having him as their teacher!
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
We love you.
Todd Johnson
April 7, 2005
There are not words to express the kind of person that Grant Brower was during his lifetime. I have not spoken to Grant for probably 7 or 8 years and I would still consider him a great friend. There was never a more honest or caring person on this earth. Grant was always the big brother figure to the West High crew that would play hoop together, or go camping together in Southern Utah. He would keep us in line and make sure we didn't get into trouble. Grant always made everyone feel welcome, and he never said a negative thing about anyone. And even though Grant was small, he was stronger than anyone I knew, and it was impossible to take Grant to the hoop.
What a great person. Grant, you will be sorely missed!
Amanda Brennan
April 7, 2005
I was so saddened to see Grant's picture in the paper today. I remember him from Bennion Elementary. He was so awesome with his school kids! He was such a blessing in all those children's lives. I remember the Christmas that he got them all reindeer antlers that lit up, for them to wear, including him! What a sweet example he was. God bless his family and his sweetheart, that they can heal with the knowledge that he is by God's side now.
Missy Dial
April 7, 2005
Grant was always happy, smiling and laughing (and with his students)- I know his joy and happines came from helping and strengthening these littel tikes -The kids loved him and was always talking about him. My heart goes out to your family and fiancee. I pray that all of you will have the comfort and strength to keep going and take Grants strength, happiness, and eagerness for life with you, and know families are forever. You will be missed, but to know you are up there serving in so many ways.. I 'm sure you are surrounded by all the little kids. There are many things we dont understand here on earth, but to have trust in God and take each day at a time and pray for comfort and strength to get you to the next day- May Grants and our Saviors love get you thru this. You will be missed Grant.I am so happy to of met you in the few settings I did and see your willingness to TEACH in so many ways.
Sue Perkins
April 7, 2005
Lydia, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, it is so hard when we lose someone close to us. May you have many fond memories of Grant, take care Lydia. Sincerely, Sue
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