Melvin George Granger Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Melvin G. Granger, 76, of Cromwell, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2016 at Bristol HealthCare with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 54 years to Barbara (Brauer) Granger. Born in Meriden, he was the son of Margie Granger of Florida and the late Melvin N. Granger. Melvin was a lifetime resident of Cromwell and worked 35 years at Wm. Stamm Construction Co. in Cromwell. Melvin had a great love of animals. He had a small farm and raised goats, chickens, rabbits and pigeons. He would sell his farm fresh eggs to many of his friends. He was a handy man and could fix anything broken for his neighbors. He greatly enjoyed gardening and giving away his harvest to family and friends. He was loved by all who knew him. He will be dearly missed. He leaves behind a son, Steven Granger, a daughter, Denise Granger, grandsons, Matthew and Cole Granger, all of Cromwell. He also leaves a brother, Robert (Sheila) Granger of Portland, sisters, Karen Ratcliffe of Portland, Sally (Bob) Szewczul of Florida, and Bonnie (James) Rio of Florida, brother-in-law, David Brauer and his wife Lucille of Middletown and a nephew and four nieces. He was predeceased by his nephew, John Ratcliffe and niece, Beth Ratcliffe and a brother-in-law Peter Ratcliffe. There are no calling hours. Graveside services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to the American Lung Association 45 Ash St., East Hartford, CT 06108.

Melvin George Granger

January 23, 1940 - November 13, 2016