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Rodney was born May 25, 1976, in Buncombe County to the late Gerald and Dorothy "Dottie" Grant. He was a 1994 graduate of Owen High School. He enjoyed spending time with his family and was an avid Steelers, Yankees, and Nascar fan. Rodney will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Those left to cherish his memories are his sons, Rodney Tyler Grant and Austin Jace Grant; brothers, Timothy Douglas Grant and Michael Keith Grant; aunts and uncles, Winfred Grant (Karen), Teresa Sparks (Archie), Donna Crawford (Jim), and Louie Kennedy; nieces and nephews, Corey Hudgins (Hailey), Michael Hudgins, Dustin Grant, and Brittany Grant; great nieces and nephews, Jessica, Tyler, Isabelle, Jada, Jarrett, Jasper, Gideon, and Amara; and his best friend, Jeff Austin.
The family will receive friends Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00pm in the chapel of Harwood Home for Funerals. A celebration of life service will immediately follow at the funeral home with Rev. Tim Earwood officiating.
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Billy Rathburn
September 4, 2025
How do I even process these emotions I feel right now, and put them into words? As much as it hurts, I will try my best. From the moment I met Rodney Grant in 1996, I knew right away that he would be there with us for the long haul.
I trained him on his first job at Day International working the Double Apron Line #1. Rodney was a special kind of co-worker, one who could learn any task quickly, and excelled at everything he was asked to do.
For close to 30 years, I had the honor and the pleasure of working with, and getting to know, a great friend. Through all the highs and lows over the years, he stayed true and held the course. Rodney... you will be terribly missed my friend.
To Rodney's family and friends, I'm so sorry for your loss, and I pray for comfort and peace to you during this terrible time.
Billy Rathburn
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Gary Carter
September 3, 2025
I was very saddened to hear of Rodneys passing. Although I had only know him for a brief time as a coworker, he always treated people good and wouldn't hesitate to lend a hand. A very genuine individual whom I had great respect. Deepest condolences to the family. Gary Carter
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