Grant's caring nature and his wisdom left such an impression on me during the brief time we overlapped at Leprino, that my heart dropped when I learned of his passing.  I hope his family find solace knowing they were able to spend special time with a special person, and that his spirit will still live on in all our memories.  Sincerest condolences.

Christy, Ashley, Abby, Hannah & Parker,
Our hearts go out to each and every one of you!  We truly feel blessed that we had the opportunity to know Grant as a good friend and close neighbor for the past five years.  We will forever cherish our times talking about life, around the fire pit, sipping cocktails.  We consider you a part of our family and are here for you with love and support during these most difficult times!!
Love, 
Ted & Leslie

Christy,
In times like this I really dont know what to say,just that Im so sad and sorry for your loss.You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers.May  the love of God and your family,especially the kids,give you strength and comfort.
your friend,
Nadine Wells

Dear Graham Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow for your loss.   
I have very fond memories of Grant and have always thought the world of him.  Everyone just lost a truly good guy. 
My thoughts and prayers are with you

Christy,
Words cannot express this terrible loss.  God will look after you and family.  I have very fond memories of the Graham family at clearlake in Watkins,MN.  Take care and love you all.

To the Graham Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Grant.  My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.
(Friend of Gingers)

Dear Grant, 

You will never be forgotten. I have Learnt a lot from your leadership and guidence. You will be greatly missed. My prayers are with your family.

Sree K

Christy - We are all thinking about your family back here in Watkins. I have fond memories of Grant and the time we spent at the lake with all the kids. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Christy, Ron, Lemmie and Family,
We were heartbroken to hear of the passing of Grant. I'll always remember him as the kid with the smile that could light up a room, and the way he always looked after Nan. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Christy - Such a shock to hear about Grant.  Please know that we are all thinking about you and your family and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

To all of Grant's family.
We are all thinking about your family today, and for the past week. We are sad and stunned at the news. We are praying for God's comfort and peace for each of you.

Graham Family,

As you know, Grant was among the very best in all he did and how he conducted himself.  He was special to all who knew him and is already missed.

Carry his legacy with pride.

Christy, 
What a shock.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time.  May God give you and your children the comfort and strength needed to get through the days and weeks ahead without Grant.

Lmmie and Ron  and Family--How can I say what a loss you have faced. May God help you in the days to come. You are in my prayers.    
     Marge Kelley---Richfield,Mn

Dear Graham Family,
So sorry for your loss.  
I have very fond memories of Grant.  Having been friends through school and church, we really did grow up together, and had a lot of fun in those early learning years.  
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Graham Family,

We are very sorry for your loss. While we never got the chance to meet, we did get to know you through Grant’s stories at work. Grant was one of those rare individuals that seemed to touch almost every person he knew or worked with in a very personal way. His passion for life was contagious.  I know that we are better people for having known him, I know that I am a better person for having known him.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Christy. We were shocked to hear about the  loss of your husband. Both Peg and I send our profound  condolences to you and your children during this difficult time.  Take care. God  bless

matt and peg

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Christy, I am so sorry for your loss.  I know we haven't been in touch for quite some time, but I have thought of you often.  You will always have a special place in my heart.  If you need anything, please let me know. 
Prayers are with you!
Julie Carle

To the Graham family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.  May the wonderful memories of Grant provide comfort for you all. (from a friend of Ginger's from highschool)

Ron, Lemmie and all the Graham family,
Our hearts are heavy for you as you adjust to Grant's absence. However, we rejoice in the fact you will see him again. May our great God sustain, bless and comfort you in ways unimaginable.
Our deepest sympathy and love,
Phil and Sue Richards

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Dear Grant, You are deeply missed. Your leadership style of leading by example is remarkable. You genuinely cared for the people that worked with you. I can attest to that from my personal experience. We will remember you forever. It’s been an honor and Privilege to have worked with you. 
My Deepest heartfelt Condolences! 

Srikhar

Gretchen,Gary and the entire Graham Family. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss. God Bless You.
Love, The Theis Family

Dear Grant, You are deeply missed. Your leadership style of leading by example is remarkable. You genuinely cared for the people that worked with you. I can attest to that from my personal experience. I will remember you forever. It’s been an honor and Privilege to have worked with you. 
My Deepest heartfelt Condolences! 

Srikhar

Grant was such a great guy, a mentor, a leader, and a friend. He improved the lives of many and will be greatly missed.  May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. God bless you all.

July 11 2011

Dear Lemmie,Ron and Family,

Our sympathy to you on the loss of Grant.

There is comfort in knowing that the one thing that you will always have is the memory of that love and of Grant who shared it with you.

To the family of Grant Graham, It was my pleasure being able to work with Grant. He was well respected and liked by everyone that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Julia Lambert, Fort Morgan, Co

Grant is an impressive example of dignity and commitment.  Clearly, his personality and character show the mark of lifelong refinement and growth.  The Graham family is so fortunate to call him family, as am I to call him friend.
I extend my sincerest sympathy for the loss of such a great man to all who know him and especially to his loving family.

Jerimiah

Dear Graham Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jim and Tricia Wales

Dear Christy and Family:

I had the honor of working with Grant, he was a very special person, who always had a kind word and a warm smile for all, he will truly be missed. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may God's love give you strength and courage.

Dear Graham Family--

We are deeply sorry for your loss.  Grant was a great guy who gave our start-up organization a chance.  We all remember his smile, candor, and intelligence.  God Bless.

Dear Graham Family,

We are very sorry for your loss.   Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

The Groetken Family

Dear Graham Family, 
We extended our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Grant was a very special man and will be missed by all who were blessed by knowing him. May your faith, family and friends provide comfort.

Dear Graham Family,
We wish we had words to lighten your pain,
but sometimes words are not enough.
Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mike and Leah Haywood

Christy & Family:
God's "just big enough" grace be with you. And, I am thinking "BIG" might be in order right about now and into the future. Sending prayerful thoughts for sustainable energies and room for grief.
Dale & Jean Moss, Fridley, MN

Christy Im so sorry for your loss. Keep your children close and remember all the wonderful memories you share.As you know, they are always with us and watching over our lives.Please know that Tim and I thoughts and prayers for strength and love are with you and the family.

dear Grant, you gave me chances when no one else would.  You worked my butt off and made me "Sheriff".  You believed in me and made me stand tall.  I always wanted to be as tall as you.  You emphasized goodness and kindness in all.  I consider you a big brother, even though I could have been your babysitter (inside joke).  

You took very good care of me and my family, and I will be forever grateful.  I will miss you so very very much.

Christy, I am still speechless, but please know I so appreciate your friendship, honesty and humor.

Ashley, Abigail, Hannah and Parker, thank you for sharing your Dad.

May God comfort you and hold you in his loving arms.

Tracey

Cecilia, Ron, and Graham family,
I am so very sorry for your loss.  Losing a vibrant member of the family can't be described in words.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

So sorry for your loss.  Our prayers go out to you and your family.  Remember the good times and cherish those memories.

Ron
I was so sorry to read the obituary of your son Grant in the paper this morning.  Please accept my condolence.
Your BFF from grade school
Kenley

Christy and children,  My deepest sympathy to your family.  I will keep you in my prayers and God bless you for being such a great mother.  Cherish all the good memories and keep in touch.

Dear Christy,
My heart goes out to you and your family.   I hope you can find some solace in knowing how much Grant was loved here at Leprino.  We were fortunate to have had the time we did with him and he touched us all in so many postive ways.
May God bless and watch over you and your family.

Dear Graham Family -  
Grant touched my life in a wonderful way - always ready with an encouraging word.  I've only worked for him for a few years, but I will forever be grateful for his leadership and kindness.  May God comfort you all - my prayers and sympathies are with you.

Christy and the entire Graham family

We trust that the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will reign in your hearts at this extremely difficult time.

Ashley & Lynn Proctor

I can't express the sadness I feel.  My condolences to Grant's family to lose such a wonderful person who was too young.  Grant was a wonderful guy and will be missed.
Jerry Parrick

Lemmie, Ron and the entire Graham Family,
We are profoundly saddened by the grief you must be feeling. We know your faith in God and His promise of everlasting life is strong and we pray that this comforts you now.
All our love to you.

Christy & family:
Shocked and saddened to hear the news; Grant was one of the most intelligent men I have ever known and I am grateful to have worked with him thru Hostetter's.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this.  May God bless you all with comfort and fond memories.

Christy & family:
Surprised and saddened by the news; Grant was one of the most intelligent men I ever knew, and I am grateful to have worked with him through Hostetter's. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you find a way to cope with this loss.

Grant was one of the most spectacular human beings to ever grace earth with his presence.  When I'm teaching classes and the concepts of leadership, unquestionable integrity,and business "know how" coupled with "street cred" are discussed, Grant is the person I attempt to describe.  Words can never express how important Grant was and is in my life today and going forward.  Thank you Grant, for sharing you with us.

Christy and family,
I don't have the words... the years I worked for Grant are some of the most rewarding I have experienced.  He lead the best team ever...God bless you and the entire family.  Grant is home in the loving arms of Jesus.

Dear Christy, you and your family's loss is incomprehensible.  What a team, you, with your unending flow of mercy and kindness to all in need and Grant with his calm strength and tenacity.

Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family, now and always.  Please know you and Grant are loved, appreciated, respected and admired.

With Love
Dan and Gina Vecchiarelli

I had the privilege to work with Grant for many years.  He was truly an amazing person in so many ways and I have many fond memories of him.  He was a true friend and I will greatly miss him.  I am so sorry for your loss.  God bless the Graham family.

Jim & Kristin Bugler

Grant was what I call a good friend.  Him and I were friends in high school and that relationship lasts a life time.  I have special memories growing up with Grant  from Cub Scouts in his basement to football and high school as we grew older.   I always admired Grants abilities from education,  sports and life.    He wanted to be a doctor when we were younger.  I will miss Grant and have fond memories of him.    My prayers are with the family!   Most of my brothers and sisters  knew at least one of the family members because of the similar ages.   My thoughts and prayers are with each of you!

Grant will be dearly missed by all.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your loss

Christy,
Jerry and I are so sad to hear about your loss. 
I worked for Grant for quite some time and he was an honorable man of high integrity who was respected by all who knew him. 
We pray for Grant, you, and the children. We ask that G-d hold your hand and walk with you through this time of grief.

Sincerely,

Susan Barr & Jerry Webber

Christy, I didn't work with Grant for a long time but knowing him was truly a pleasure. He was a very gracious person that was respected and admired by many people. Diane & I are glad to have been able to spend time with you at the banquet in Grand Rapids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless you & your family.

Dear Graham Family,
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow and praying for God's blessings on you and your family. You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Graham family, our prayers are with you.  Grant was truly a great person who will be missed by all.

So sad to hear the news of Grant's passing.  May Jesus grant him salvation and for his family my prayers and sadness are with you.

Dear Graham Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.  You are in our thoughts and prayers.  Take care.

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.  Our sympathy is with you during this tragic time.

Our love,

Scott, Melanie, Melissa, Chris, and Carson

With my deepest sympathy I wish you strength during this difficult time. My Love

Christy, I can hardly express my sadness over the loss of Grant.  He was such a great man with love for you, his children and his family.  I feel very blessed to have been in your lives for all these years, with so many great memories.  I will continue to pray for peace and healing for you during this difficult time 

I love you all.
Julie

Dear Graham Family,  You all are in our prayers in this very difficult time.  We are so lost for words that it's almost beyond comprehension.  Grant was one of my very dearest friends and he will be greatly missed.  Christy, Hanna, Abby, and Parker, God will help you this...We love all of you.

Joe, Christy, Sarah, Anna, and Genevieve Westerman

Dear Grahams,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.  So many wonderful childhood memories with Grant...Indian Guides, sports, canoe trips, piano lessons, school etc.  We pray that you find peace during this time of loss through our Lord's covenant.  God Bless You All.

Jay & Sue Scott

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

I worked with and for Grant for many years at US West.  We have truly lost one of the 'good guys'.  Rest in peace my friend

We wonder why but are not given an answer. What we can do is remember and appreciate the time we had with Grant.

I was saddened to hear the news of Grant's passing.  I worked with him and he always had a kind smile and greeting whenever we passed in the halls.  I can only imagine the grief that your family is expereincing at this time and sincerely hope that the wonderful memories that you have helps to get you through this most difficult time.
Thoughts and prayers to your entire family.

Christy and Family,
Words cannot express the saddness we feel.  Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. May the love of God and family give you comfort and strength.
Love,
Jon, Kathy, Eric & Emily Olson

Our dear Lemmie and Ron.  We grieve with you-it must be difficult beyond imagination to lose a son.

You are in our prayers as we lean on the Lord Jesus..Grant's Savior and Lord.

With love and sympathy,

Dan and Kory Everson
Hope Church, RIchfield

To Christine, Ron and Lemmie, and the rest of the family.  Please accept our condolences on the death of Grant.  We have wonderful memories of your family at Hope Church and Camp Ojibway.  Love from Joyce and Warren Camp

I feel so empty and have a huge hole in my heart.  You have been my world for so long that's it is hard to comprehend my life without you here.  Your kids adored you and looked up to you.  I have learned so much from you.  The love you had for your family, your kids, your job, and life was amazing.  I hope that we can make you as proud of us as we were of you!  I will love you forever and always.

Your wife,
Christy

OBITUARY

Grant Peter Graham

February 20, 1966 – July 5, 2011

Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Crown Hill

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