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Robert Douglas Grant Sr.

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Robert Grant Obituary

Grant Robert Douglas Grant Sr. "Doug" departed this life on Monday, March 14, 2016. He is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Addie Grant. He was the second child born to the union of the late Sara Jane (Shobe) and Marshall Grant Sr. in Columbus on June 20, 1940. Doug graduated from East High School in 1958 and attended Ohio University. By all accounts, as a teenager, Doug was one of the most industrious young men around. He had several jobs and often had his siblings and friends to help in each endeavor. He was also a member of a teen singing group, "The Orlandos." As an adult he spent his entire career with Western Electric (Lucent), retiring in 1996 after 37 years of service. He rose through the ranks of management and served in a variety of departments including security and the data center. He was most proud of the data center, his ability to implement cost savings and innovation. Doug was a long standing member of St. Philip Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1506 E. Long Street. Doug leaves to cherish his memory, children, Robert (Eileen), Anthony, Timothy (Marti), David (Carolyn), Christopher (Marcia) Grant and extended son/nephew, Kyle Grant Gibson (Jacki); grandchildren, Marissa, Nicholas, Joshua, Jacob, Jon David and Julia Addie Grant; siblings, Marshall (Delores) Grant and Alice Grant (Dr. Joseph Russell); brother-in-law, William McCall Jr.; sisters-in-law, Elaine Wallace, Bobbie (Kenneth) Smith, Jean (Walter) Wallace; along with a host of wonderful loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Doug loved his family, his church, loved life and enjoyed each day to the fullest. He will be missed by all of those whose lives he touched as a guiding force. Doug leaves behind a wonderful legacy of a family full of love, sacrifice and achievement! He and Addie are now together again! All services will be held St. Philip Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1506 E. Long Street, Columbus, Ohio Saturday, March 19, 2016. The Family will receive visitors on from 9-11 a.m. and service will be held at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Blendon Central Cemetery following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Men in Mission, c/o St. Philip Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1506 E. Long Street, Columbus, OH 43203, in memory of Doug Grant. Arrangements by MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, Westerville.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 15 to Mar. 17, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Grant

28 Entries

Whitney Gravely

March 21, 2016

Our prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow.

March 19, 2016

My most sincere condolences to the Grant Family in this moment of loss. From Glenn Ray, an East High classmate, and former member of St. Philip Lutheran Church.

Reginald Ike

March 19, 2016

To the Grant Family: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father, friend, brother, uncle, and grandfather. Growing up around Tony and Tim, I remember seeing the love and respect that they had for Mr. Grant. The neighborhood, the church and the city have all lost a great man. Your legacy has been and will continue through your children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Even those of us not related to you learned from the example that you set.

He will be missed.

May God comfort you and continue to bless you. Please remember that all of you are loved and will remain in our prayers.

Reginald Ike and family.

Pastor Norman & Rev. Annette (Cochran) Barber

March 17, 2016

To Alice, Robert Jr, Family and Friends.In this time of sadness, may you see GOD in the face of friends, hear Him in their voices, feel Him in the touch of their Hands. May their help, caring and sympathy reflect His Love and Kindness at this time when you need him most. Praying for the family and friend during this very difficult time. I've known Doug, as we fondly called him, since 1955.Rev. Annette (Cochran) Barber

Dean,Blake and Chad Holder

March 17, 2016

We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

David Fleming Sr.

March 17, 2016

Alice Carol and Robert, My heart was sadden at the passing of Doug. Although it has been many years. I remember him as a wonderful person mentor and roll model. May the Lord of all peace comfort you and family doing this time of bereavement. Weeping may endure for night but Joy comes in the Morning. Claudia Grants brother Reverend David E. Fleming Sr. Prince George Virginia

March 17, 2016

Dear Alice & Family,
So sorry to hear about the giant loss of Doug, your precious brother. He truly loved him some "Addie" and his family. His example of love and good works for others will live forever. Peace & Blessings.

Norma Pratt

March 17, 2016

Our condolences to the entire Grant Family. May god continue to watch over you as you grieve the loss of your love one (Doug). Norma Russell Pratt and family

Janice Taylor

March 17, 2016

To the Grant family, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful father. Mr. Grant was Ryan's second father and was a very important person in his life. We are so glad that your father was such an influence his life. All of our family will be praying for you and keeping you in our thoughts. God bless all of you. The Taylor family.

Maggie Carson

March 17, 2016

Chris - so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maggie Carson

March 17, 2016

Chris, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 17, 2016

May you rest in peace as you move on to the next highest level that you have achieved in your life.Thanks for the memories at East High.. David E. Black

Fleming Family Commitee Members

March 17, 2016

To the family of Robert Douglas Grant Sr., our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. "Doug" was special to us and we will miss him. God grant you peace and comfort.
Carmen, Michael, Karen, Tara, Seriata, Nikki and Betty.

March 17, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to the Grant family/ Chris. Diane Watson

Jerry Harper

March 16, 2016

Go with GOD My friend you will be missed

March 16, 2016

Dear Tony: You have always been a few steps ahead of me - making the path plain and illuminating how to press forward. Yet in this valley I think it better that we bear each others burdens. I am holding you and your brothers - your entire family in my heart during this period of grief and transition. Much love to you all, Georgette L. Greenlee

Victor & Hazel Thornton

March 16, 2016

To Tony and the entire family of Robert Douglas Grant Sr.
The Thornton family of Gary. Indiana extend our sincere condolences on your loss. May God continue to bless you with His love.

Henry Willis

March 16, 2016

My prayers go with you and your family

Robert Ferguson

March 16, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Manervia Walton-Newman

March 16, 2016

May all your joyful memories be abundant along with time to adjust to the loss of your dear love one.

Robbin Puccio

March 16, 2016

The Grant Family was always there when my Family needed them. They are all together again in Heaven. Rest in Peace, Doug & Addie.

Robert and Connie Price

March 16, 2016

Our prayers and thoughts to your family and God's Blessings to you, we are so very sorry, our love to you all,
Bob and Connie Price

We are truly so very sorry for the loss of your Father, truly a very Great Man

March 16, 2016

Mary Frances Wade

March 16, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

March 16, 2016

Grant Family,

My prayers are with you. I worked with Doug and he was a mentor of mine and a great man.

Sincerely,

Jeff Hammonds

Joel Griggs

March 16, 2016

Our sincere condolences to the entire Grant family. He was a wonderful man and shining example for his sons. Blessed to have known him. Thoughts and prayers go out to his loving family.

- The Griggs Family

Traci Ryan

March 15, 2016

Dear Grant family,

May God carry you through this time of sorrow and grief.

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