Rayford E. "Buddy" Grant, Jr

Rayford E. "Buddy" Grant, Jr obituary, Arcadia, FL

Rayford E. "Buddy" Grant, Jr

Rayford Grant, Jr Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 12, 2024.
Rayford E. "Buddy" Grant, Jr., aged 76, of Arcadia, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2024. Born on July 21, 1947, in Bremerton, Washington, Buddy was a cherished husband, father, and grandfather who lived his life with joy and warmth.

Buddy is lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Sheila Grant, and their family. He was a proud father to his three daughters, Jennifer (Todd) Durden, Jessica (Lee) Hildebrand, and Jillian (Ethan) DeLoach. His legacy continues through his seven adored grandchildren, Gannon (Mallory) Watson, Hayley Hildebrand, Beau, Gunnar, Raylan, and Rory DeLoach, who will carry forward the memories of his kind spirit and loving heart.

In honor of Buddy's wishes, the family will not hold services. His life was one of quiet dignity and love, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude for the thoughts and prayers during this time.

We invite those who knew Buddy to cherish their memories of him and to celebrate his life in their own reflections. His was a life well-lived, filled with the simple pleasures of family and the happiness he found in each day.

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