Ray Cecil Grant

Salem, SC– Ray Cecil Grant, 87, husband of the late Juanita Burrell Grant, of Salem, SC passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021, at Cottingham Hospice House.

 

A native of Oconee County, SC, Mr. Grant was the son of the late James Harvard and Clara Lusk Grant. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. Mr. Grant worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a member of the Blue Ridge Masonic Lodge #92. He was of the Baptist faith.

 

Mr. Grant is survived by his daughter: Donna Grant; sister: JoAnn Orr of Walhalla; grandchildren: Anita Owens Carver (Chris) and Kris Owens; great-grandchildren: Kassidie Owens, Kole Owens, Bella Ray Kelley, Stevi Ray Carver, and Elizabeth Owens; and special friend: Martha White.

 

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Grant was preceded in death by his son: Russell Grant; brothers: Curtis Grant and Julian Grant; sisters: Doris G. Leopard and Eunice Klaren; and great-granddaughter: Willa Ray Carver.

 

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

 

Memorials may be made to Prisma Health Hospice of the Foothills, Cottingham Hospice House, Attn: Foundation Office, 298 Memorial Drive, Seneca, SC 29672.

 

The family is at their respective homes. Davenport Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.