FLorence M. Grant's Obituary
Decatur – Florence M. Grant, 97, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2016 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Florence was born July 21, 1919 in Decatur, the daughter of Grover and Grace (Williams) Baker. She was a homemaker who married Clifford Grant July 26, 1941 in St. Louis, MO., and he preceded her in death September 25, 1993. Also preceding her in death were her parents; son, Lynn; brother, Lynn and sisters: Frances and Louise.
Florence is survived by her daughters: Doris Dinkens and Marcia Grant of Decatur; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; brother: Walter (Margaret) Baker of Jacksonville; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services to celebrate her life will be 1 p.m., Monday, December 26, 2016 in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society.
The family of Florence M. Grant is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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