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Grant Armstrong
November 4, 1940 - April 12, 2016
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Pancreatic cancer took Grant away from the love of his life Jane, Daughters; Lianne (Terry), Christina, Gillian (Cal), Grandchildren; Brin, Robert, Haylen, Katelyn and Jordan, and was predeceased by his son Mark.
Grant was best known for Haywood Industries, his business of pre-stained cedar siding. In 1986 Grant and Jane moved to Willis Point. For almost 20 years their home was often referred to as the house of loose connections as it was a hive of activity. In 1992 Grant and Jane were married on a merry go round in Monterey, California.
Grant had a passion for great food, fine wines and spirits. His flair for cooking was legendary. From the Boxing Day Chinese Food feasts to the July First family themed dinners, complete with costumes and non-lethal weaponry.
Grants life-long fascination and hobby was trains, street cars, trollies and railways around the world. Well known for his sense humor, he could be outspoken, sometimes incorrigible, but could fill a room with laughter in seconds.
After leaving the Point and a brief time in Sidney they chose Duncan for retirement. Grant took a part time job at a building supply store. They enjoyed the company of many new friends and good neighbors.
We shall raise a glass in toast to Grant and bid him adieu with love.
Our sincere thank you to Dr. Valorie Masuda and the nurses and staff at Cowichan District Hospital for your kindness and caring.
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From: H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff
H.W. Wallace Cremation and Burial Centre Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Ken & Betty Reese
Relation: friend
Dear Jane, Our deepest condolences to you & all the family. We only
knew Grant for a fairly short time, & it was usually a lively time, he was always full of beans! We’ll miss his smiling face. May all the good memories help you get through this sad time. Hugs, Betty & Ken
From: Gwyneth Harwood
Relation: Fathers Best Friend
On behalf of my father & my family I would like to make a toast to Grant and give big hugs to Jane at this difficult time-I have been thinking of him lately & saw the paper. Thanks for a attending my mothers memorial it was a pleasure to see him for the last time. You are in our hearts <3 Gwyn
From: Diane Ackerman (Thornton-Trump)
Relation: Friend
Jane & family. I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather.
I recall the fun times we shared with you both in the “TTC” soirees. I hope that the love and support of your family and friends will give you strength during this difficult time. Take good care.
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