Alice Jean Grant

September 28, 2009

scan0007Alice Grant, 74, of Columbia, died Sunday Sept. 27 , 2009 at University of Missouri Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 1 PM Saturday at the Second Missionary Baptist Church in Columbia. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 PM Friday at the H.T. May and Son Funeral Home, 2207 Holly Ave., Columbia, Mo.

Alice Grant was born October 9, 1934 in Fulton, Mo. the daughter of Raymond Bagby and Julia Anderson Wright. She was a member of the Second Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the Inspirational Choir and was a member of the WMU. She was a member of the NAACP and a part of the Legal Redress Team, She was a member of the Jollys’ Social Club and the Modernettes Social Club, she was a past Union Steward for the Harry S. Truman Veteran’s Hospital where she retired on September 30,  1996 after 24 years of service. She was also a member of the Blacks in Government group and the EEO Committee.

Survivors include her husband Billy G. Grant of the home, two daughters Lonzella Bush of Birmingham, AL., and Fran Tibbs of Columbia, two sons Wendell Bagby and Darryl Grant both of Columbia, one sister Karen Warren of Columbia and 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

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34 Responses to “Alice Jean Grant”

  1. Lakeia Clark on September 29th, 2009 5:33 am

    Fran
    I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. We love you so much.
    Lakeia Clark and Jaylen

  2. Mary Lewis on September 30th, 2009 7:41 pm

    Fran and Ed, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother and mother-inlaw. I know how much you all loved Mrs. Grant, but God loved her best. God, didn’t want her to be in pain, nor to suffer anymore, so he called her home to be in peace. Rejoice in her spirit, and remember her thoughtful ways and kind smile. Fran, Darrell, remember that God doesnt put any burdens on us that we can’t bear. I will remember you’ll in my thoughts and prayers. take care and remember god loved her best.

    Mary Lewis Harris

  3. Renee on September 30th, 2009 8:05 pm

    Dear Fran and your family
    I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Although I did not know your mother personally that smile says it all. She was truly loved.

    I am not sure if you remember me or not but I worked with Fran at JcP in the office.

    Renee

  4. Bessie Hern on September 30th, 2009 8:26 pm

    To the Grant Family : I am so sorry of your loss . Our prayers are with you all.Just remember that God loved her to and wanted her to come home, for he has plans for her with him. So remember all you have to do is keep your hands in his hand. Bessie ,Hern Augustus (Gus) Hern Jr, Tina Rice and Tonja Rounds.

  5. shelley brown and family on September 30th, 2009 8:34 pm

    The Grant Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you.Fran I Love you keep your head up.

    Love
    Shelley and Family

  6. Linda Hilgedick on September 30th, 2009 8:40 pm

    Billy and Fran, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. Linda Hilgedick

  7. Serena Barnette on September 30th, 2009 10:19 pm

    To the Grant Family: We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the passing of your love one. May you find strength and courage during this difficult time, our thougths and prayers are with you. Barbara A, Mary B and the Barnette family.

  8. Helen Marmon on October 1st, 2009 2:10 am

    To The Grant Family: We are thinking of you and have all of you in our prayers.Keep your Head Up!

    Helen Marmon & Family

  9. Monica M. on October 1st, 2009 5:36 am

    Dear Fran and Ed,
    I am so sorry to learn about your mother’s passing. Her love of her family and community lives on in each of you. Her children are living examples of her dedicated love. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of celebrating her life and homecoming.
    Monica

  10. Sylvia Taylor Williams on October 1st, 2009 10:54 am

    To the Grant family,
    May God keep his comforting arms around at this time. Thinking of you.

  11. Clarice Dailey on October 1st, 2009 12:15 pm

    Mr. Grant (Buddy), Lonzella, Fran, Darryl ,Tubby and Karen my prayers are with each of you now and always. Man there were some fun times with you guys! Grandma Jelly and Ms. Alice are laughing and running in heaven together now, no pain and no sickness. Gotta smile about that! I can hear Ms. Alice laughing right now as I type! One of my fondest memories was Ms. Alice trying to get Taléjah to eat some beets! Or me helping her paint the kitchen, too funny! Man that was funny! Not enough room to type all the fun memories! Those times give me comfort and I hope a flash of those times brings a smile for each of you. Love you guys much! Be blessed!

    Clarice

  12. Gene and Jeanne Jones on October 1st, 2009 2:05 pm

    Fran and The Grant Family
    We are sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your family.
    May God bless.
    Jeanne and Gene

  13. Keener and Sheila Tippin on October 1st, 2009 3:33 pm

    To the family,

    May god watch over, and keep you in the palms of his hands as you go through this difficult time. Cousin Alice Jean was well loved and will be truly missed.

    May you find comfort in the memories and with each other.

    Love you all
    The Tippin, Collins, Miles Clan

  14. CJ on October 1st, 2009 3:37 pm

    Fran and family, we are so sorry for you loss. You are in our prayers.

    Claudia Jones-Lewis and family

  15. Mary Cooper McKee on October 1st, 2009 3:37 pm

    Dear Billy Gene, Lonzella, “Tubby”, Fran, Darryl, and Karen

    The entire Cooper family sends our prayers to all of you. Miss Alice Jean was a great family friend and will be missed. We know that God is with you in your time of sorrow. May He continue to keep you in His care. Miss Alice Jean can now rest in His love.

    Blessings to You All,
    Mary & family

  16. Janice Selby on October 1st, 2009 6:21 pm

    Hi Fran
    I want you to know , I am thinking about you in this difficult time. You & Ed are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love you
    Jan

  17. Martha Coleman on October 2nd, 2009 12:36 am

    Billy Gene, Fran, Darryl, Lonzella, “Tubby”( that’s what Alice Jean always called you) Words cannot express the sorrow in my heart tonight. The pain of lost communcation is VERY real right now. Alice and I were very close when I lived in Columbia and worked at the VA together. We shared pain and joy watching you younger kids grow up together. But GOD is holding her in the palm of his hand now and there is no more pain, we just have to lean on HIM to get us thru this hard time. GOD bless each of you, I will keep you each in my prayers, please remember me in your too. Love Martha

  18. Marshall Family on October 2nd, 2009 3:29 am

    Mr. Grant, Darryl, Fran,Lonzella, Tubby (Wendell), Karen and the entire family

    As we continue our grieving process, we have found that family, friends and others have given us the strength to move forward. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife, mother and sister. Our families are blessed to have had our loved ones in our lives for so many years. Your memories will keep her in your heart forever.

    Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

    The Marshall Family – Marilyn, Arnetta, Steven and Belita

  19. John L. & Marilyn A. Marks Jr. on October 2nd, 2009 4:46 pm

    To some of the warmest people I have got to know during my time of residency here in Columbia. May your hearts be caressed, souls be comforted, thoughts be commmnicated, love be shared, memories etched forever in your hearts, and family keep holding on to God’s unchanging hand. Remember,” he’ll never leave you, nor, will he forsake you.” She”s earned her wings, so she can come back to watch over and keep you wrapped in her wings! May Gos Bless and Keep You All!

    Marks & Sims Family

  20. John L. & Marilyn A. Marks Jr. on October 2nd, 2009 4:50 pm

    We would also like to add “Love you all and we’ll keep you in our thoughts and prayers.”

  21. Donna Joy Noble Cavitte on October 2nd, 2009 6:30 pm

    Dear Lonzella and Family: It is my heartfelt sympathy I express to you on the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a specal friend of my mother annd now they can get together with all their friends who have left us and plan a really good Jolly S party! I lost mother 10 years ago this month and I miss her still, as you will certaintly do. However, it is so true that “weeping endureth for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” Be joyful that Miss Alice Jean is smiling her beautiful smile for all of heaven to see. God Bless You. Donna

  22. Dorothy Elaine Robinson on October 2nd, 2009 10:35 pm

    Alice Jean will be missed. She was friend and great person to work with. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

  23. Maxine Nelson & Family on October 2nd, 2009 10:40 pm

    Our prayers are with you. She has stayed with you to make you strong. Now she can rest. Her memories will always be with all of us. God will be your best comfort, and friend. Lean on him, and know that your friends are here too.

  24. Brenda J Hinton on October 3rd, 2009 4:15 pm

    Lonzella and Family: just wanted to let you know how sad I was to hear of your loss. But we know that your mother fought a good battle and the Victory now! Never more shall she suffer!

    Don’t grieve for her, instead be thankful that she is free and knowing that you shall be reunited again one day.

    May each of you be blessed.

    Much love
    Brenda and Pops

  25. Ann Brown on October 4th, 2009 3:06 pm

    Fran and Family

    Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mother/wife/grandmother is now resting in her mansion and watching over you. Be strong as this is what she would want you to do.

    Love you all,

    Ann

  26. Tonya Gross on October 4th, 2009 11:59 pm

    Lonzella & Fran
    Bless you at this time of loss. God bless you and your family. You are in my prayers.

    Love you
    Tonya( Hill) & Kathryn Gross

  27. Stacey Smith Williams on October 5th, 2009 2:57 am

    To the Grant Family,
    I was so saddened to hear about the passing of your mom, sister and grandmother. Ms. Alice was such a classy lady and you all were truly blessed to have her. I know she will be missed. Please know that you are in my prayers.

    Love,
    Stacey Smith Williams
    Chicago, Illinois

  28. Adrienne Eubanks Drain on October 5th, 2009 10:08 am

    To the Family of Alice J. Grant:

    My deepest sympathy with your family in your time of grief. I remember when my mother and Ms. Grant were part of The Modernette’s social club and the fun they shared. She was a beautiful person and you have a beautiful family that I share childhood memories with. Hold fast to the memories and God Bless all of you.

    Adrienne Eubanks Drain

  29. Elder Barbara K. Stewart on October 5th, 2009 2:24 pm

    Dearest Lonzella & family

    Jesus loves all of you and will be your strength in the comming days. You all are in my prayers
    . 1st Thessalonians 4:16-17 says: For the Lord himsdlf shall descend form heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Love you Lonzella

  30. HAROLD ROBINSON JR AND FAMLY on October 8th, 2009 1:43 pm

    WE ARE VERY SORRY OF YOUR LOSS
    OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

    HAROLD ROBINSON JR AND FAMLY

  31. Mary wilon on October 8th, 2009 3:11 pm

    Bill I am so sorry to hear about Alice passing. I know I am a little late acknowledging this but I just heard. If there is anything we can do let us know. 573-214-0805

    Don and Mary

  32. DONNA FAYE (FREELON) VENERABLE-DAVIS on October 9th, 2009 3:00 pm

    To the Grant family
    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It is so hard to lose someone you care so much for, but continue to trust in God and I pray God will wrap His arms of comfort around you and give you peace.

    Donna

  33. Debra E. Thrower on October 18th, 2009 6:53 pm

    Karen Warren & Family,
    I am sorry for your loss. May God’s peace be with each of you.

    Debra E. Thrower & family.

  34. Michele Gordon-Eiland on December 21st, 2009 7:02 pm

    To The Grant Family,
    I am so sorry about your loss. I was just thinking about you all and I found this information on the internet. Mrs. Grant was a beautiful woman who opened her home to me when I was a very young lady. Continue to trust that God will cover you all at this time. I am praying for you all. Take care.

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