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

Tuesday, October 11, 2016

John Mathews

Our brother, father, uncle and cousin John William Mathews passed away peacefully at his home October 11, 2016. He was born on January 17, 1946, the oldest of six children of Donald J. and Mary O. Mathews. Raised in Kearns, Utah and graduated from Granger High Class of 1965. He honorably served in the United States Air Force in hospital administration.

John married Gertrice "Kay" Damascus, later divorced. He led a life of service through helping people that needed his care. He was a C.N.A and after retiring he was a courier for patients to and from appointments. He will be dearly missed at Majestic Meadows for being their go to man. He served with a contagiously pleasant attitude. John loved golf and was a huge fan of all sports teams from Pittsburgh.

John married his soul mate, Carolynn Marie, and enjoyed a short time together before her passing. He is preceded in death by Carolynn Marie, Carolyn Nadine, parents and brother Craig. He survived by brothers Don Alton (Linda), Duane W. (Ana), Greg (Melanie) and sister Mary Jane (Eric), many sons, daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

There will be a Celebration of Life Friday, October 14 2016 4 p.m. at Majestic Meadows Mobile Home Park clubhouse. 4580 S. 1055 W. Taylorsville Utah 84123. Special thanks to Carlos and Gail at Majestic Meadows and Life Church for their prayers and support. Cremation provided by IPS Crematory and Mortuary. Burial of remains with Carolynn in Blanding Utah at a later date.

Published in Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 14, 2016
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