Thank you for visiting this memorial page honoring those who either graduated or would have graduated from Granger High School in 1965. We are honoring as many former classmates as we can find who have passed on. They were our friends, associates, teammates and, in some cases, our lifelong partners and companions. We also honor our veterans and those gallant young men who gave their all, in defense of the country they loved so much. To our MIA, James Schiele, we will never forget you and will continue to look forward to the day your remains are returned to the land of the free, the home of the brave.

Thanks to everyone who helped in the development of this memorial page, especially Diane Day Cooper, who would have graduated a Lancer were it not for her parents relocating their family in 1960. Without her, this would not have been possible. Thom Rich

“And each one there has one thing shared, they have sweated beneath the same sun, looked up in wonder at the same moon, and wept when it was all done, for bein' done too soon.” Neil Diamond

Monday, August 15, 2005

Jim Crosby

James Barlow Crosby, 58, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2005, of cancer. He leaves behind his wife, Pamela, daughters, Jamie Davis (Scott), Katie Barker (Dirk), granddaughters, Samantha, Kayla and Madison, and his pal Winston. 

Jim served in the U.S. Marine Corps representing his country during the Vietnam War. He worked in many professions; as a coalminer, a motion picture film distributor, a Salt Lake City Police Officer, a travel agent, and finalized his career as a licensed Clinical Social Worker. He attended Westminster College for his undergraduate degree and received his Masters degree in Social Work at the University of Utah. 

Jim would've liked to stay longer, but he understood that it was time to continue his spiritual journey. He reminds us, "Honor each moment of your life, and lovingly remember all those who have been part of it." 

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2005, 2 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 1950 E. 10600 S. Sandy, Utah. A viewing will be held the prior evening, Monday, Aug. 22, 2005, from 6-8 p.m. at the same location. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Utah at 1-801-261-2919 or visit www.utahhumane.org. 

The family wishes to extend their profound gratitude to the VA Hospital, Rocky Mountain Hospice, and to all the extraordinary members of his superb healthcare teams.

Monday, May 23, 2005

Denny Payne


Dennis Clark Payne, 57, passed away May 23, 2005.

He was born August 2, 1947 in Pueblo, Colorado to George and Elma Payne.

He retired from the Air National Guard after 20 years of service.

Dennis is survived by his sons, Jeff and Shane Payne; daughter, Raquel Fieldsted; eight grandchildren; and his brother, Marty Payne.

Memorial services and interment will be held at 12 noon Wednesday, June 1st at Veterans Memorial Cemetery chapel, 17111 South Camp Williams Road in Bluffdale.

(c) 2005 The Salt Lake Tribune.

Tuesday, March 22, 2005

Craig Bradley

Craig William Bradley
Feb. 8 1947 – Mar. 22, 2005

A celebration of life and memorial service was held at the Branford Hospice Center in Connecticut. Craig was a quiet, gentle, and caring spirit: he was dearly loved by his wife, Joan Rossignol and his children Tony, Kimberly and Colleen, his two brothers, Scott and Kent and his sister Jo Anna

After the memorial, Craig’s cremation remains were transported to his final resting place, at the New Metamoras Cemetery in Ohio.

We are sadder but rejoiced in your new Heavenly call, as you won your freedom from melanoma’s pain. You have earned a choice spot in Heaven and your welcoming party of many family included your mother, Lorna (Joy) Hermansen, two brothers, Cory and Karl.

Walk in peace Craig, a proud 1965 graduate of Granger High School, our loss is Heaven’s gain, pave the way for us, we can’t wait for the big party we will have, when we are all together again.

Cheryl Phillips

Cheryl Beth Phillips 2/16/47 ~ 3/22/05 Cheryl, 58, passed away Mar. 22, 2005. She fought the devastating effects of MS for 25 years.

Born Feb. 16, 1947 to Dennis and Bernice Phillips. Cheryl loved the mountains, dancing, sports, her pets, her daughter Nikoal and spending time with family and friends.

Survived by daughter, Nikoal Phillips, father Dennis, brothers and sisters, Pat (Richard) Craven, Brent Phillips, Roger (Sue) Phillips, Neil (Lori) Phillips, Denice (Jeff) Walker, Kirk (Julie) Phillips, Patsy Steed. Preceded in death by her mother.

Special thanks to Willow Wood Care Center.

Graveside services will be held Sat. March 26, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1700 E. 10600 E. Following the services a luncheon will be held for all family and friends at the Morningside Ward 1555 W. Lovely Rd. (5095 S.), Taylorsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the MS Society of Utah to "Team Cheryl" for the MS-150, 2995 S. W. Temple STE C, Salt Lake City, UT 84115. Funeral Directors Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Mar. 24, 2005

Wednesday, March 2, 2005

Larry Warner

Larry Raymond Warner 10/7/1944 ~ 03/2/2005 Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, all around good guy and protector, Larry Raymond Warner, left this earth to be reunited with his dearly missed father (Papa) and mother (Nana) on March 2nd, 2005.

Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, October 7, 1944 to Robert and Sylvia Warner. A graduate of Granger High School, dad spent several years as a skilled sheet metal worker employed by CCI and then continued to pursue his main interest in law enforcement. He started in the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office Reserves, worked many years with the Granite Police Department and finished his law enforcement career as an officer with the South Salt Lake Police Department. He was a dedicated Police Officer and had an uncanny knack for being in the right place at the right time. He intervened and stopped numerous armed robberies saving lives.

Dad never had a lot of money but was always generous with a joke, a smile and a helping hand to those who needed it. Dad loved children and had many interests and hobbies including fishing, antique automobile restoration, Harley Davidson motorcycles and treasure hunting. Dad will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his son, Joseph Scott Warner (Sonja, Alisha, Justin); granddaughter, Megan Lee Warner; brother, Robert Scott Warner (Genean); sisters, Shirley Ann Olsen, Donna W. Long and (Fred) and three beloved nephews and six nieces.

The family would like to express their utmost thanks to the Woodland Care Center and staff for the love and care they provided to Dad.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Murray City Cemetery on March 7, 2005.

Published in Deseret News from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2005