Dr. Grant Fletcher Healy

I can’t believe it’s been seven years since he left us. Every time I drive down Faris Rd, I half expect to see him running. I just reread all the memorials written here and was reminded of how lucky I am to have had the privilege to have worked with such a fine man. He was an inspiration to us all. Dr Healy was a man that made you want to be a better person. I always just wanted to do something for him! So I made it my job to make him his cup of tea every morning when he came into the acute dialysis unit. It was such a small gesture, yet he made it seem like a grand gesture, every time. I will miss him for all of my days. A life truly well lived!

I was Grant's roommate at UNC/Granville Towers and shared the suite with Wallace and Mark (I think). Grant was definitely one of the most memorable people I have ever met and for all of the right reasons. He was a gentleman with all the old school qualities that implies. Mannerly, respectful, courteous, and sincere. Rare then and very rare now. I will never forget him and always remember the example he set and what a great person he was to be around.

It's been a cold and dark week in Spokane, Wa. When I received this anniversary note, memories of my college roomy brought a smile to my face and warmth to my heart. As we grow older, friends and family define our life. Thank you, Grant, for sharing some wonderful times. If everything works out, maybe we'll run again as long as you give me the traditional mile head-start.

It's hard to believe that he's been gone for 6 years now. So much has happened and changed since Dr. H went home with the Lord but there hasn't been a day that I haven't thought about and missed him. His knowledge was far beyond his time, the understanding and gentleness he showed to those he cared about was unparalleled, and his "Good Job" smilies he would give his employees were so much more than a piece of paper to us! You will forever be missed Dr. H!
Amy Elgin (Davis)

I will never forget Dr. Healy. I was always touched by is patience and professionalism. A wonderful doctor that touched many lives with kindness and grace.

Nancy and family, Wallace Mclendon and I were best friends growing up together. I got to be around Grant a little when I visited Wallace at Granville Towers. Even way back then Grant seemed to be a serious student and a cut above the rest. Wallace told me way back he had named his son.after Grant. I read about Grant in the recent Carolina Review. I am so sorry .

To Nancy and Family --

I was shocked to see that Grant had passed away. Loved his picture -- could still see his youthful smile after all these years. As you know, Grant and I were roomies at Carolina. We shared some wonderful times together. He was a bright, sweet, gentle man. And geeze he could run! I thought so much of him, that I named my son after him -- Grant Lund McLendon. I sent my son the obituary and said that he should be proud to be named after such a great guy. My family's picture is attached and my son Grant is in the middle. I am so very sorry for your loss. He loved you dearly.

Such an incredible doctor that has touched the lives of so many with his love and compassion. His life is an inspiration. I will remember his smile. Such a humble man that I am honored to have met.

Will never forget what you did for me. You will be missed so much. I pray you're family will be comforted through the times ahead knowing how much you were loved by your patients.

Bah Humbug will not be the same. I will miss him always and remember the times in the ICU and clinic. My sympathies to the family, the pets, and the coworkers.

I was saddened to hear of the early passing of this great MD. I worked with him @ GHS and he was also my mother's physician. He was very kind,caring and compassionate with his patients.He will truly be missed.

I had the honor of working with Dr.Healy in ICU@ GMH as he cared for his patients many years ago. Such a kind, caring gentle man. Sympathies to his family.

My grandmother was a longtime patient of Dr.Healy. She loved him very much and always looked forward to seeing him. Prayers are being lifted up during this difficult time.

What more can be said that hasn't been said in the previous messages. I worked with Dr Healey and at one time was under his care. I remember his quiet walk down the halls of GMH and his soft kind voice as he approached the Nursing Stations and his patients. My heart and prayers go out to his family.

Condolences to the Healy family.

Marietta Ward
Hendersonville, NC

Dr. Healy will truly be missed. He was a very caring Doctor and a Gentleman.I worked at GHS with him. He always made me smile and he had a beautiful smile too. R.I.P. Dr.Grant Healy.

i was there in 86.we worked side by side.he was a hell of a md w/a rare sence of humor,most of all-my friend.and now rest great healer

My Sincere condolences to the Healy Family. I worked in Dialysis with Dr. Healy yrs. ago. He was a very compassionate Dr. He made sure his patients were comfortable and not suffering. Now, he is not suffering and reaping his rewards the Heavenly Father has bestowed upon him for that caring compassion. May God bless the family in the coming days/weeks. I am confident the wonderful memories you have will sustain you through it.

Dr. Healy, a wonderful doctor and person who will be truly missed.

Dr Healy always was so nice to the nurses that worked with him. My sympathies to his family.

Dr Healy,you will be miss.

My deepest sympathies to Nancy, Allison, Matt and the entire Healy family. Always know that Dr Healy was one of the kindest, caring physicians and the ER staff at GHS had the utmost respect for him.

RIP Dr.Healy u will be missed!

He was a truly kind and gentle person. He will be missed. Prayers for the family!

Nancy: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you journey through the days ahead. His wisdom, compassion, and gentleness of spirit will never be forgotten and his life has been a blessing to all who have known him. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. He has touched all of our lives and we have become better (and more giving of ourselves) by having known him. God bless and keep you.
Kathy Sullivan Center @ Greer Kidney Center

My condolences to the family. Such a compassionate Physician. I will truly miss his smile.

A great Doctor will be missed by us all

I know Dr. Healy from my many years of working in the hospital. He will be missed, so sorry for your loss.

RIP DR. HEALY! YOU WILL BE MISSED.

RENITA WILLIAMS

Dr Healy was always a cut above the ordinary. It was a privilege to have known him. My sympathy to the Healy family.

Dr Healy was a magnificent healer, teacher and person. Learned how to assist in bedside procedures at Baptist Easley with him. Working with him at GHS, he always had a smile and a kind word for everyone who passed him. A truly great man and physician. My prayers for peace and comfort to his family and friends everywhere.

There was never a more gentle man, caring physician & wise teacher. I worked with him at GHS decades ago and the news saddened me. Heavens' gain & our loss. To his family I extend my condolences.

A great Dr. who cared for his Patients, as well as staff and co-workers . . A man who will truly be missed

I had the honor of working with Dr Healy for years and i have never known a kinder more caring doctor. Dr Healy you will be missed.

I am so sorry for ur loss. Dr. Healy was a great person. He was also my husband's doctor plus I had the opportunity of working with him at Twin oak's clinic. Your family is in my prayers.

For such a wonderful Dr,,It is so true God takes the best first.You will truly be missed.Prayers going up for the family also.In God we trust.

I loved seeing Dr Healy with his patients at the hospital. He is the most compassionate and kindest doctor and human being. May he rest in eternal comfort in the arms of the father. I know he has received his reward for a life well lived. May God comfort his family, friends, and patients at this time. He will be missed.

Words can not express the work relationship we shared. Dr. Healy took me under your wings many years ago when I first started in dialysis; he have been a mentor, teacher and a great friend. You will and always be missed by "your girls" at Twin Oaks. I know that you'll always looking down on us making sure Tamra and I "doing work".

Love,
Jackie Casey

My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to follow. Dr. Healy was such a sweet man and a wonderful doctor. He always treated others with the upmost respect and consideration. He will be missed by all that ever had the pleasure of meeting him. God bless you all!

Dear family, I am so sorry for your great loss. Please take comfort in knowing that your husband and father was a fine, respected man in all that he did. He did not take his responsibility as a physician lightly. He was meticulous in all that he did. I never saw or heard him do anything that would cause his patients a moment of fear or uneasiness. He was sensitive to their every need. He was an unassuming and kindly man, not just to his patients but to the staff as well. He was our friend and we will never forget him.

You will be severely missed by so many! You and Nancy made such a huge impact on my life that I will never be able to thank either of you.