Contributions to the tribute of Dr. David Matthew Granskou

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Duane Hoven posted a condolence

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Family of David: In a summer in the early 1950s David and I, along with a dozen others, were canoe guides in the Wilderness Area of Northern MN. and Canada. David and I enjoyed several break times when we would visit Ely, MN and take in a worship service or a movie. Our friendship was limited to that summer in the north woods & lakes. Duane Hoven

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Mark Leupold posted a condolence

Monday, December 26, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Dr. Granskou's passing. I had known him through WLS and Mt. Zion Lutheran Church. I took his New Testament Course at in my first year at WLU back in 1972. An excellent introduction to both theology and to university. He was a great scholar and a great teacher. God's peace, Mark Leupold

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Harold Remus posted a condolence

Monday, December 26, 2016

Dave Granskou is the reason I came to Wilfrid Laurier. I had got to know Dave when I was working as a translator and editor in Geneva, Switzerland after a year of study in Goettingen, Germany; he was working in a church agency in NYC while commuting from Princeton. When I moved to Princeton I got to know him and his family personally. Thanks to Dave I got a job at Laurier. I had written him that I was looking for a job. Dave, then Chair of the Department of Religion and Culture at Laurier, talked to Norman Wagner, Dean of Grad Studies, Director of Wilfrid Laurier University Press and Executive Director of the Council on the Study of Religion. Dave also talked to Dr. Delton Glebe, Dean of Waterloo Lutheran Seminary. They cobbled together a job with three parts: teaching in the Department of Religion and Culture and as an adjunct in the Seminary and as assistant to Norman Wagner. I moved on from there. I will always be grateful for Dave’s advocacy and his friendship..

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Tim Hegedus posted a condolence

Saturday, December 24, 2016

I was sorry to hear of David's passing. He and I had many conversations over the years. One of the things I appreciated about him was his love for people of other faiths besides Christianity. I know that he had a great impact on his students. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

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Debbie Barrett lit a candle

Friday, December 23, 2016

I'm sorry for your loss. May he always be the light of your world. God bless you all during this difficult time.

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Alex Damm posted a condolence

Friday, December 23, 2016

I speak for so many students when I say that Prof. Granskou was an intellectual giant and the most gentle of people. His mentorship, kindness and good nature were remarkable, and his influence is (and will continue to be) felt in the lives of very many. My condolences to the family on this sad occasion; may we celebrate his life and emulate his example.

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Natalie lit a candle

Friday, December 23, 2016

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Wendy Francis posted a condolence

Thursday, December 22, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I'm sending all of you much love and my wishes for comfort and good memories.

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Carrie Kozlowski posted a condolence

Thursday, December 22, 2016

To Sarah and family, I'm so very sorry to hear about your Father's passing, and the sadness this brings into your lives. Wishing you comfort in fond memories of your Dad. You carry his spirit in you! Carrie

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Larry and Margaret Marsland pledged to donate to Sonja’s cancer campaign

Thursday, December 22, 2016

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Larry and Margaret Marsland posted a condolence

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Dear Char and Family. Larry and I were very sorry to hear the sad news about David.. He was a man of many talents. During this sorrowful time, words may seem rather empty, but if it helps a little to know ,that you are very much in our thoughts and hearts. We send you our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and your beloved father. Love to all. Larry and Margaret

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Carol A Murawsky posted a condolence

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Charlotte, So very sad to read of your husband's passing. I am thinking of you and your family and sincerely hope that your memories will give you peace of mind. May the days ahead be less stressful and that you will spend time with your family members to remember all the good times. Sincerely, Carol A Murawsky

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Thursday, December 22, 2016

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Nira Wiemer posted a condolence

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

My heart goes out to your wonderful family. I am very saddened to hear of your loss. Thinking of all of you in your time of mourning and sending you kind thoughts and many hugs from Red Deer. Love you. Nira ( long time friend of Janet... and Charlotte).

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Janet Granskou lit a candle

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

I love you Dad! I have a million memories of my life with you and our family. I will hold you close in my heart and cherish your spirit forever. Love, Janet.

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Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Dr. David Matthew Granskou

1927 - 2016