The Venerable Daniel Ian Grant
Died: October 23, 2012 | Place: University Hospital
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GRANT, The Venerable Daniel Ian. Of London, Ontario, formerly of Montreal, Quebec and North Vancouver, B.C. Born Montreal, Quebec August 16, 1937. Died October 23. 2012. Beloved husband of Carol C.M. (Heslop) Grant, dearest father of Jennifer Grant and Jamie Grant and his wife Sue Silcox, and cherished grandfather of Sean Coles, Meghan Grant and Valerie Grant. Also survived by his sister Eleanor Shaver of Pointe Claire, Quebec, brother-in-law Michael Heslop and his wife Diane Bevan of Sudbury, Mass. and several nieces and nephews, and grand nieces and grand nephews. Predeceased by his parents Major Daniel A. Grant and Anne Dickson Grant and his brother-in-law William A. Shaver, brother-in-law Tom Heslop and his wife Ruth and nephew Tom Heslop. Archdeacon Grant was formerly Rector of St. Catherine’s, Capilano, and St. George’s Anglican Church, London, Ontario and Archdeacon of Middlesex. A Memorial Eucharist will be celebrated on Friday, November 9, 2012 at 11:00am at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 472 Richmond Street, London, Ontario N6A 3E6. Cremation. Interment Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Fellowship Centre at St. Paul’s Cathedral or the Cathedral Building Fund, 472 Richmond Street, London, Ontario N6A 3E6, would be much appreciated by family. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and pictures shared at www.amgfh.com
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Dearest Carol,
Eleanor has just given me this most sad news. Please know that you Jennifer,Jamie and families are in our hearts and prayers. We have lost a wonderful man. Called home to serve the Lord …. Godspeed Ian RIP
Dear Carol:
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ian. My prayers and thoughts are with you, Jennifer, Jamie and their families. St. George’s was never the same for me without Ian. He was truly one of a kind and an extremely kind, caring and compassionate individual.
Dear Carol. I was terribly sad to read of Ian’s death this morning. We were friends in Montreal a long, long time ago. He was such a caring compassionate man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jamie and family
Sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
My prayers and kind thoughts to Ian’s family at this ever difficult time. I met Ian just once when he was assistant Curate at Trinity, Montreal. I was a young student visiting family and, going for a walk one morning, I happened by that Church and was greeted by this friendly and enthusiastic young priest. We shared a conversation for perhaps two hours where so many of the issues in the Church of the day were addressed. I listened intently to Ian’s strong and encouraging words that reflected an obviously deeply thoughtful man with the true pastoral gifts. At the time I was considering the vocation of priesthood and Ian was generous in his advice for such a step. As we parted, he said that I should read a book that he considered essential reading ‘today’, ‘Your God is too small’ by J.B. Philips. Ian said that he would make a gift of the book and send it to me (someone he had only just met!) We exchanged correspondence for a time and I did indeed receive that wonderful book. I went on to Bishop’s, Lennoxville to begin study for the priesthood as Ian had chosen to leave for the west and we lost touch as so sadly often happens. Nevertheless, in all the years since and when and wherever I served as a priest Ian is and remains vividly and fondly remembered by me. As I write this, I can see that book he sent to me sitting in its usual special place on a shelf in my study; always a reminder of that day and the man who, without doubt, lit a spark in my soul that would open itself to the priestly life. Such was the presence he afforded an inquisitive young pilgrim one spring day in 1965. The handsome photograph placed here suits him so very well but the face I remember most is that of the fresh and enthusiastic young cleric anxious to take on the world for Christ. I will never forget him or that day and can only imagine the thousands of others whose lives he touched in the places where he served. May God keep Ian in the fullest embrace of His love and bring consolation and love to his family and all dear to him.
My sincere sympathy at your loss. To me, Ian was a shining light at the Cathedral and I shall miss him deeply.
Dear Aunt Carol, Jennifer, Jamie and families,
We were so sad to hear of Uncle Ian’s passing.Our hearts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Love and hugs,
Cath, Tim, Hanna and Evan
xo
Psalm 100: Make a joyful noise unto the Lord….Come before his presence with singing. Ian was a man who enjoyed, encouraged, shared his love of music with us all. A great silence has descended.
I’m sure that Ian’s wonderful voice is now part of the angelic choir.
Our heartfelt sympathy to you Carol, Jamie & Jennifer and your families in your loss of such a great man. We have such fond memories of your time in North Vancouver at St. Catherine’s Anglican Church. Ian had such warmth and a wonderful sense of fun. I have appreciated the Christian foundation and wisdom Ian imparted to us in our young adults group in the 1970’s. So many of us have grown up to take senior leadership roles in the church which carries his legacy on to this day. I remember how much he liked Psalm 98 Sing to the Lord a new Song which mirrored his zest for life. My dad Ken has spent many hours over the years chatting with Ian about music and so thankful that he spoke with him just before Christmas last year. We send our love to you and know that Ian is cherished in our hearts out west.
Alison Brookfield & Ken Brookfield
North Vancouver, BC
Carol.
We were so sad to hear of Ian’s passing.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Take care of yourself.
Judy and Manfred
Carol. I am saddened to hear the news about Ian. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim (Westview Funeral Chapel)
Our thoughts and prayers are and have been with you all during this difficult time. What a great person. Ian’s memorable sermon at our wedding will always be a part of our life together – especially his opening statement and suggestion that “Life should sparkle like champagne!!” His life was a true testament to this. We will fondly remember him.
Dear Mrs Grant & family. I am so sorry to read of Fr. Ian’s passing. He played such a big part in my parents’ (Shirley & Harry Flint,) spiritual life. I will forever remember, Fr Ian taking the time and his precious energy to call me on September 25th of this year to console me on the death of my dad, Harry. He was so caring – I will cherish that phone call always. My thoughts and prayers are with you all now. RIP Fr. Ian – you were a fine man.
Sincerely and with love
Cheryl Barr
As Ian gave so generously in life, so in death he contributes the ultimate that mankind may benefit.
He is gone far too soon leaving us in tears even as we revel in the memories we have of that fine, fine man.
Dad just informed me of the sad passing of his dear friend Ian. We offer our deepest regrets to you Carol and your family upon hear this news. It was very kind to have some of his flowers delivered to dad’s room. Ian will be remembered for his kindness and friendship always.
With sympathy,
Shelley & Paul Mercer
Well ,i was 14 living in Morin Heights QUEBEC, he asked me to be an altar boy. He was a terrific friend and i remember doing3 services on xmas eve, ARUNDEL, ST SAVEUR, AND MORIN HEIGHTS with HORACE BAUGH. We lost our transmission during a bad storm that night. Later when i moved to Vancouver i stayed at his house in North Van for 2 weeks with my mom Ida. RIP wonderful person