Obituary of Bert Grant

GRANT, Bert F. Peacefully, at his residence in Toronto, on Thursday, April 24, 2008, in his 86th year. Predeceased by his beloved wife Betty in 1999. Bert will be missed by his friend and companion Hazel Kerr. Loved father of Suzanne (Jim Robb), Dianne (Josef Koch) and Bert A. (Nancy). Proud grandfather of Bert C. (Lisa), Lori (Paul Banfield), and Sara Grant; Christopher and Lesley Robb; Fiona and Melissa Koch. Cherished great-grandfather to Kaylie and Molly Grant; Emily and Grant Banfield. Loving brother of Margaret (Jack Beagley) and the late William (Peggy). Also sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, family, friends and business associates. The family wishes to acknowledge, with sincere appreciation, caregivers Luth, Mely and Nadime, and Dr. Alan Fegelman. Shortly after his enlisted service with the R.C.A.F. Bert joined his father in the family business, eventually becoming Chairman of the Board. The company blossomed under his direction into Crestview Investment Corporation, including Lawrence Construction Co. Limited and Bert F. Grant Management, which now owns and manages several residential, commercial and retail properties and developments throughout the GTA, Peterborough, Muskoka and Barrie. The family will receive friends at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME - A.W. MILES CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), from 2-4 p.m. & 7-9 p.m. Sunday, April 27. Funeral service at 11 o'clock on Monday, April 28 in ST. CUTHBERT'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 1399 Bayview Avenue. Private family interment. If desired, donations may be made to The Lung Association, 573 King Street East, Suite #201, Toronto M5A 4L3, or a charity of your choice. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com.