Joseph Thomas Granger

Joseph Thomas Granger obituary, Saginaw, MI

Joseph Thomas Granger

Joseph Granger Obituary

Visit the W.L. Case & Company Funeral Directors - Mackinaw website to view the full obituary.

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved life partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2025, at the age of 48 years.

The son of the late Terri (Hensel) Bunch and Donald Craig, Joe was born on December 30, 1976 in Saginaw, Michigan. Joe graduated from Bridgeport High School, with the class of 1995. He started dating Beth Anne Evans on August 7, 2003. They shared 22 wonderful years together. She survives him. Joe was working as a mechanic at RW Transmission, Auburn. Joe was known for his passion for softball, participating in various teams during the summer months. He also enjoyed shooting pool at the Play Station Bar and Grill, where he forged many lasting friendships. A motorcycle enthusiast, Joe took pride in owning four motorcycles. He was deeply committed to helping others, often placing their needs before his own. Above all, Joe cherished the time with his family and loved ones.

Besides his life partner, Beth Evans; Joe is survived by his daughters, Jourdyn Granger (Shawn Fuller), Graceeana Granger (Steven Bruske), Joanna Granger; granddaughter, Violet Fuller; sisters and brothers; Cindy Taylor-Dunn, Barbara (Todd) Clark, Crystal Moon, Mary (Nathan) Giddings, Walter (Kim) Granger. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Honoring Joe's wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 4480 Mackinaw Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the wishes of the family, in c/o Jourdyn Granger.

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W.L. Case & Company Funeral Directors - Mackinaw

4480 Mackinaw Rd. Saginaw Township, Saginaw, MI 48603

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