Grant’s family is saddened to announce his passing, his physical being has moved on, but his spirit will remain here in the mountains.

Grant lived his life on the move, living in Clinton, Wilmer, Nanaimo, Vancouver, Fort St. John, Golden, Kelowna and his final resting place, Invermere. Grant married Nancy Penno of Golden, BC on October 5, 1979 in Fort St. John and had three daughters – Stacey, Ashley & Asia. An artist and musician, Grant loved to draw and play the drums and guitar. Grant spent the later part of his life in a wheelchair after being paralyzed in a biking accident. He resided in Columbia House and enjoyed time in the Columbia House Healing Garden.

Survived by Stacey, Ashley & Asia and five grandchildren. Sisters Elna Mantyka (Gary Elliott) and Meade Stevason, many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by wife Nancy, brothers Russell, Alex, sisters Opal, Lillian. In lieu of flowers, donations in Grant’s name can be made to the Columbia House Healing Garden.

Thank you to the Coho Staff for taking care of Grant.