Death date: Sep 3, 2018
Grant R. Densmore, our loving husband and father, passed away early Monday, September 3, 2018, at Woodland Hospice House in Mount Pleasant, at the age of 89. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Friday, September Read Obituary
Tanner Stenquist posted a condolenceHe was absolutely one of the kindest and wisest person I’ve had the privilege of knowing in my life, he will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.
Sarah Densmore posted a condolenceOne of my things about you grandpa was how caring of a person you were . I remember having one of my very best friends spend thanksgiving with us for a few years because she had a bad home life , and you took her in and we’re just as caring and loving to her as if she was your own , and I never got the chance to thank you for that because it meant EVERYTHING to me at the time .
Gabby Hornung posted a condolenceI’m sorry mine is so late! I wish I could be there with you all today, but my thoughts and prayers will be. Hopefully I'm not too late to share this with you. If you'd prefer it in an email I can do that too.
There are many special moments I’ve had of Grandpa. It’s so hard to choose from. I remember when I was little, had to be five or six, and myself, Megan and Aubrey got to stay with Grandpa and Grandma for a few nights. This particular night was Halloween. Now, we didn’t celebrate Halloween in our house growing up. And I remember always being so crushed because it seemed like such an fantastic night. So instead of spying out a window at all the tricker-treaters, Grandpa decided he’d take us. Megan and Aubrey had some weird matching cowgirl kind of outfits. The hat, vests, skirts and boots I think. I don’t know why - they just did. And me? I didn’t have a cowgirl outfit.
I didn’t really have anything that would pass as a costume at all. So grandpa took his jacket, and his hat, and put them on me. He told me, “if anyone asks, you’re a hobo.” At five or six I had no idea what a hobo was, but I was definitely enthusiastic about it, and probably told every person that gave out candy, whether they wanted to know or not. I just assumed that a hobo was a good thing. I thought I was like grandpa, and I absolutely loved it. We got back to their house and dumped out the pillow cases full of candy. I shared some with grandpa and grandma, and ate enough to give me a tummy ache. It was the first time, and the last time I’d ever gone trick or treating, and it was such a wonderful experience, that I’ve never forgotten it.
In fact, Halloween is still one of my favorite holidays, and I love it so much because of Grandpa. I will cherish this memory for a long time to come. Just like I’ll cherish every memory of him. He was the best Grandpa any kid could ever hope for, and I’ll miss him very much. I cannot wait to see him again in heaven.
Catherine Densmore posted a condolenceDad, today you are being laid to rest, but you won't be resting, I know that you'll be doing your part in making Heaven an even greater place. My heart is broken here on Earth, but I know that Heaven has gained another great soul. You were such a great man, I am going to miss you very much, and I am going to miss all of "our little talks". When you see my parents, please hug them for me. You'll always have a place in my heart, with love Catherine.
Aubrey Hornung posted a condolence
This is for Grandpa. I'm sorry this is so late and that I can't be there tomorrow.. I hope you're doing ok. Love you so much.
Grandpa was the best and I will always cherish the times we spent together. I especially loved when we would go on walks together in the mornings and riding bikes together in Yuma. He never got tired of the millions of questions I would ask when I was little, he would answer them one after another. I remember he would always let me "help" when he was fixing or building things. I was probably more in the way than anything, but he was always happy to show and explain what he was doing. He taught me so many things. He always remembered my favorite treats, cherry coke orange slices, and circus peanuts, and he bought them almost every time he would visit. Grandpa was awesome! I could go on for hours about all the things I love and will miss about him. I'll miss him so much, but I'm so happy we will see each other again in Heaven. I love you Grandpa and I will always remember the fun times we shared. Love, Aubrey
Zack Hornung posted a condolenceThis is Zack and my memory about Grandpa is how he always instilled pride without saying a word about it. I remember waking up in the morning when myself and my brother would visit during the summers, and walking with grandpa down the dirt road picking up beer cans and trash all along the side of the roads. We never saw that as a chore but as an adventure. Something always fun to do. I never realized back then that he had pride of the place that he lived in. Never wanted to see trash and something dirty in a place of such beauty and always going the extra mile for people and taking care of things so it can be better. Like when we would walk to the cemetery and water the flowers of other peoples plots. And would clean them up a bit. Didn’t have to do that, but with his pride about always leaving something a little bit better then he found it was what I found to be an amazing thing. I am gonna miss him so much, he taught me and all of us so much. My he fly on the wings of eagles and meet all his friends again. Talk to you again love you guys Zach
Michael Hornung posted a condolenceJenny and I want you to know that we have been praying for you guys through this difficult time and we are so heart broken. My memory of Grandpa would have to be walking with him every morning when we stayed the summer in Michigan. I loved that we would just walk and talk about any and everything and he always had an answer for any question I had. I loved how he always made time to be with us and tried to teach us something new everyday. He was a wonderful grandfather and I miss him already.
Becca Hornung posted a condolenceWanted to send a memory of grandpa with you.
I always remember Grandpa and Grandma coming to visit us in Texas every year, and I had such good memories with them. One that always stood out to me that involved Grandpa was him taking the time to ask me about my day. When I would come home from a long day of school, he would ask me how my day was and what I learned, especially in the harder classes like Math and science. A simple question, led to a lot of growth. Then, I didn't like to talk about the classes that were hard for me, but now,I cherish that caring heart Grandpa had for my education and growth. He wanted me to work hard, learn as much as I can, and appreciate the knowledge given. I think that shows how caring and helpful Grandpa was, and that's why that's my favorite memory with him.
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Jane Mayes posted a condolenceHaving taught with Grant in Port Austin during the mid-50's through the mid-60's, I have only warm memories of this good-natured friend whose driver education, mechanical drawing, conservation and shop students loved and respected. He kept in touch with us over the years, returning for reunions with us, his "boys" and girls. Just last week several members of the class of 1959 gathered here, and memories of those years brought loving laughter as they recalled his being an important part of their lives. My students and I are better for having known this gentle, upbeat couple. We felt their absence when they left Port Austin, but they never left our hearts. Our condolences and electronic hugs go out to Doris and her family. Sincerely, Jane Mayes, Port Austin, MI.
