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Grant Emo Vander Veur, age 69, our beloved husband, father, opa, brother, and friend, returned to his heavenly home on May 5, 2025.
Grant was the seventh of eleven children of Henry and Ann Vander Veur born on August 24, 1955, in Salt Lake City. He grew up in the family home on West Temple and loved spending time with his siblings and cousins during his childhood. He attended Lincoln Junior High and graduated from South High School in 1973.
A devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout his life, Grant served faithfully in numerous church callings. He loved the people he served and was well loved in return. Grant served a mission in the Toronto Canada Mission, under his Mission President, M. Russell Ballard. He loved attending his mission reunions over the years, reconnecting with friends from his mission and being inspired by Elder Ballard’s yearly counsel and teachings. He was married and sealed to his sweetheart, Linda in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised 4 children.
Grant had a number of professions throughout his career, including home building and remodeling, handyman, fire protection sales and inspection, real estate, and bus driver. He had wonderful memories of working with his father at Dahn Brothers.
“Emo,” as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, loved people and relationships. He treasured the opportunities to see friends and family at parties and reunions. He was especially enthusiastic about his Dutch heritage. Grant also cherished being able to visit and help his parents. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren and having Sunday dinners all together with his family. He was always willing to lend a hand, share an idea, or help solve a problem.
Grant experienced several health challenges throughout his life, but he endured to the end cheerfully, with a positive outlook. He leaves behind a legacy of unwavering faith, hope, kindness, and resilience.
Grant is survived by his beloved wife, Linda; children Michelle Tomlinson (Gary), Wendy Vander Veur, Alex Vander Veur, Jenele Vander Veur; and grandchildren Jenna, Leah, Ryan, Brielle and Justin. He is also survived by his ten siblings Fred, Martin, Reinje, Henry, John, Ray, Alida, Andy, Annette, and Karen.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM, with a viewing from 9:30-11:00 AM at the church located at 9331 S. 300 E. Sandy, UT 84070. A graveside service will be held immediately following at Memorial Redwood Cemetery, 6500 S Redwood Rd. West Jordan, UT 84084.
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Guestbook/Condolences
Linda and Family,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your dear sweet eternal companion, friend, father and grandfather. Your thoughts and prayers are aligned with mine at this time. May the Lord hug and hold your hands together.
With much love, Sheri
My deepest condolences the family. It was a shock to me. Very very sorry .
Dear Linda, my friend and co-worker, my sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your sweetheart and companion. I know you see him everywhere, whenever your eyes fall on something that was his, or something he used, or something he gave you. As a prophet has said, "The only way to take pain out of death is to take love out of life." That is so true. It's just a dog-on-darn thing we have to go through, but it's a heart-softener which allows the Savior to carry us. I love you and know you are, and will be supported. Many hugs!
Dear Linda and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Gran’t passing. You will greatly miss him. I always remember him being very kind and friendly. It was a pleasure having your family in the stake. I personally appreciate the service and friendship that you both gave so willingly. I hope that you will feel hope and peace as you consider Heavenly Father’s eternal plan. We are unable to be at the service but want you to know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Our love,
Richard and Laurel Allred
Linda and family, sending our thoughts and prayers. We enjoyed your friendship when we were neighbors.
My condolences
Sorry for your loss at least he's not hurting no more if you need anything let me know he was a good man
We are very sad to learn of Grant’s passing. We really enjoyed the time we were fortunate enough to have had with him. Linda, we are very sorry. -Steve & Ruthann
Dear Linda and family. I was sad to hear about your husband/father's death. We were not notified in time to attend the funeral. I'm so grateful for our years of friendship. I want you to know that I am praying for your comfort during this difficult time.
Love, Nancy Wright
We are so sorry to hear of Emo’s passing ! We know he’s a lucky man to go on to the next estate. Little Brother has lived a good life always helping others. We ask Heavenly Fathers blessings on Linda and family that they can get the comfort and strength through the coming months. As Emo always said ‘The Church is True’
To the entire Vander Veur family, we send our condolences on the passing of Grant. One of life's most difficult moments is saying "goodbye" to a loved one. Because of our knowledge of the Plan of Salvation, we know that Grant is in a better place and not restrained by any physical ailments. We also know that he has had a joyful reunion with his parents and family members. Sally and I have had the privilege of sharing five grandchildren with Grant and Linda. We feel so blessed when Michelle, whose name means "who is like God,"-an accurate description of her, joined our family when she married our son, Gary. Their five children knew Grant as "opa," the Dutch word meaning "gramps" or "grandpappy." Because of Grant's Dutch heritage, at each birthday party we sing "Lang zal ze leven" and end with the cheer, "Hiep, Hiep, Hoera." Before each meal, someone quickly says, "Eet smakelijk!" or "enjoy your meal." Each Christmas, the family celebrates the First Day of Christmas and the Second Day of Christmas, acknowledging Sinterklaas as Saint Nick. We rejoice in the fact that "families are forever" and that we can be reunited in the next life.
To the entire Vander Veur family, we send our condolences on the passing of Grant. One of life's most difficult moments is saying "goodbye" to a loved one. Because of our knowledge of the Plan of Salvation, we know that Grant is in a better place and not restrained by any physical ailments. We also know that he has had a joyful reunion with his parents and family members. Sally and I have had the privilege of sharing five grandchildren with Grant and Linda. We feel so blessed when Michelle, whose name means "who is like God,"-an accurate description of her, joined our family when she married our son, Gary. Their five children knew Grant as "opa," the Dutch word meaning "gramps" or "grandpappy." Because of Grant's Dutch heritage, at each birthday party we sing "Lang zal ze leven" and end with the cheer, "Hiep, Hiep, Hoera." Before each meal, someone quickly says, "Eet smakelijk!" or "enjoy your meal." Each Christmas, the family celebrates the First Day of Christmas and the Second Day of Christmas, acknowledging Sinterklaas as Saint Nick. We rejoice in the fact that "families are forever" and that we can be reunited in the next life.