My memory of Mrs. Granger dates back to the early 70's when Mark and I would play together near our home's at Chelsea and old Evergreen HWY in Vancouver after school. Wonderful memories of a very refined woman and safe times. My prayers go out to the Granger Family.

Words cannot describe the sorrow that we all have for Mary's passing.  She was one of the most caring and compassionate women I have ever known, and achieved so much in her path along the way.  My condolances go out to Dick and the whole family!  I know how it feels!

December 3, 2010

I met Mary Granger when she brought the life-altering I Have A Dream scholarship and mentoring program to the Vancouver School District.  I had the privilege of working with her as the students and families of Hough ELementary School's 4th grade class were "adopted" by Mary and the other sponsors of the "Dream" program.

Mary had such tremendous vision and energy.  I learned much from Mary during my time working with her and found her intellectual curiousity, her philanthropic dedication, and her generous spirit inspiring.  

Mary's positive impact on Vancouver School District students, their families and our schools will long be remembered.

Susan Cone
Principal - Vancouver Public Schools

May your candle burn on! Your memory will!

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Gracious, strong, opinionated and compassionate.  What a pioneer!  Mary was and will continue to be a mentor to me and many.  We will miss her.  She and my mother were true ladies.  My deepest sympathy to her family.

Mary and I grew up together when she lived on Willamette Blvd in Portland.  I lived just around the corner from her on Denver.  We went to Beach grade School together.  We are hoping to come to her memorial on Saturday.  
Yvonne Breding Cieloha.

We had the pleasure of being neighbors of Mary and family for many years. Our kids grew up with John and Mark, and have remained close friends all these years. Mary gave back to her community in so many important ways, and she did it sincerely and without fanfare. She was an awesome lady. We will miss her.  Arlene and Calvin Clark

Dick: We know this is a difficult time for you and the family. Just want you to know we are thinking of you LOve and YITB...Ed and Carol Dey

I remember the 1st time I met Mary Granger it was 12 years ago and they was telling my daughters 4th grade class at Harney Elementry that they was adopting them for the I Have a Dream class.  When she made the announcement.  She continued caring about those kids.  Taking and showing love and care for each one of them. 

She will be greatly missed.

Mary Granger was one of the first women I met when I moved to Vancouver from Lake Oswego.  Her warmth and graciousness has stayed with me over all these years.  Her enthusiasm for helping children has no parallel in our community.  She was a giant among women.  Her wonderful "gardens" will continue to blossom.
Donna Roberge Nozel

My deepest sympathy to the whole family.  I believe all of Vancouver will miss her charm, energy and her gracious and wonderful smile.
My prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Joanie Whitesides

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Mary K. Granger

October 9, 1932 – November 27, 2010

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