Grant Leland Hiatt - Walker Funeral Home

1948 – 2020

Grant Leland Hiatt was born on April 28, 1948, the second of 6 children to Maurine Gardner and M. Ray Hiatt of Payson Utah. He passed away on October 5, 2020. He graduated from Payson High School and attended Utah State University. Grant served a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the southwest British mission. He was a faithful member of the church throughout his life. Following his mission, he served in the national guard with training as a sharpshooter.

He returned to South Wales Britain where he married Veronica Lochanski and worked at British Steel for 11 years. Then they were able to adopt their sweet baby girl Victoria. After moving to Australia, Veronica lost her battle with pancreatic cancer. Grant and Victoria returned home where he later met and married Debbie Ryan and adopted her Becky who accepted Grant as her Daddy. Their family was completed with the birth of their youngest Whit.

Dad worked on the blast furnace and drove the scale car at Geneva Steel for 14 years. After completing a total of 25 years of hard work in the steel industry he worked at Payson High school auto shop, where he made lasting friendships with teachers and students. Everyone loved “Hiatt” and his constant influence of Elton John and CCR was tolerated by some and loved by most.

Everyone referred to Dad as “the nicest guy.” His kindness and generosity have touched countless lives. We are so grateful and proud to have you as such a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, brother, and friend. We will forever miss your jokes, contagious laughs, kind smiles, Hugs Hugs and your heart of gold.

Special thank you to the nurses and staff at Mountain View Hospital, especially those that knew him by name. He always appreciated their genuine care and thoughtfulness whenever they were caring for him.

Preceded in Death by Veronica (Wife), Maurine Gardner (Mother), M. Ray Hiatt (Father), Stanley A. Ryan (Father-in-law), Ione Ryan & Elizabeth Lochanski (Mothers-in-law), the twins; Lorraine (Steven) Warner & Lucille McMullin (Sisters), and Lee Ryan (Brother-in-law).

Survived by his Wife Debbie, Daughters Victoria (Matt) Pantelakis, Becky (Devan) Thatcher, Whit (Jake) Allsop, Sister Sylvia (Paul) Kennedy, Brothers Vern (Deb) Hiatt, and Noel (Sandy) Hiatt, Brother-in-law Robert McMullin, 8 Grandchildren; Chevelle, Charger, Jaxson, Maddix, Addie, Sonny, Mickey and Dot, along with his lifelong friend Steve Hancock.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Payson City Cemetery. Due to COVID, we ask that everyone wear face masks and follow social distancing guidelines.

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Jackie Hone says

October 8, 2020 at 2:45 am

Debbie, I can’t believe this! Scott loved it when we lived next door and he could go out and talk to Grant! I think they would have talked all night if we would have let them! He was the nicest guy you would ever meet. You know I just lost my mom. Sad, sad times!

Chantelle Elmer (Mt View Hospital) says

October 8, 2020 at 12:26 pm

My heart breaks for the loss of such an amazing man! My prayers are with you Debbie and your family during this difficult time.

Celia/Dennis Rogers says

October 8, 2020 at 8:23 pm

Dear Debbie, we are so sad for your loss. He WAS the nicest, kindest man. So sorry you guys didn’t get to come up and see the Red Car and enjoy lunch on us. Please take care of yourself and get well. Would love a visit from you and your grandchildren. We love your Whit to the Moon. We are praying for you with love,

Joy Benson says

October 9, 2020 at 2:07 pm

My deepest sympathies go out to the Hiatt family. It was my privilege to work with Grant for many years at the high school and as he administered the many scholarships given by the Hiatt family. He was so caring and genuinely interested in every young man and women, often not able to choose a recipient because he loved them all. He will missed so much! He taught me many lessons of love and service. Thank you!

Gina Jordan says

October 9, 2020 at 7:10 pm

Sooo very sad to hear about Grant! He always made me smile! He was always kind and unconditionally accepting. I sure love your family and am very sorry for your loss! Debbie, I miss you and am sending love and prayers to you and your family!

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Kris John-Story says
October 10, 2020 at 2:38 pm

Dearest Friend,
So very sorry for your great loss. I know Grant is in a safe and Grand place. He was.a very kind, soft spoken and loving man to all he came in contact with. Grant loved to talk motorcycles with me, and he was always willing to show off his Harley to me.
Love you Debbie, and your family, my sincere condolences.
Love you,
Kris John-Story ????

Lana Hone says

October 10, 2020 at 6:18 am

Debbie, We are saddened to hear of Grant’s passing. He always had a smile, although I know he didn’t feel well. You were most definitely a blessing to him. Sending you, your family, the all the Hiatt family our love and sympathy at this sad time. Love you, dear friend. Mike & Lana

Jessica Wilson says

October 10, 2020 at 6:46 pm

Love to all of you! I’m so sorry for the sadness and hurt and loss you are going through. I hope you know you are surrounded by family and friends that love you all so much. ❤️

Laura johnson says

October 12, 2020 at 6:06 am

Debbie, I am so shocked and very sad to hear about Grants passing. When I met you two I thought you were truly a couple made in heaven. You being so sweet and grant was just naturally nice, I loved to see him and ask how he was. Again I’m so sorry Debbie, if I can help in any way please let me know. You both are awesome friendly people. Hang in there debbie

Debbie Curtis says

October 12, 2020 at 6:42 pm

Debbie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Grant. I loved visiting with him whenever you guys were at the hospital. What a pleasure it was caring for him. Sending you thoughts and prayers.

Phil Erekson says

October 13, 2020 at 1:25 am

Vernon, Noel and family. Sorry for your loss. I didn’t hear about it until the 11th. I remember Grant very well and his good humor. I would have been there had I known b

Betty Benson says

October 16, 2020 at 4:33 am

Debbie so sorry to hear of Grant passing away. I always enjoyed visiting with him. So enjoyed having you as a friend when we worked together.

Steve D Pendley says

February 28, 2021 at 10:52 pm

Debbie
My wife Judi and I are saddened to hear of your loss. I found out today by searching his name in FamilySearch. Grant was my Senior Companion in the Southwest British Mission.
I have some photos and lots of stories to share if you want. All good! He called me a clatterhead! LOL it appears from Familysearch we are 10th Cousins too.

Grant Leland Hiatt April 28, 1948 - October 5, 2020

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13 Condolences for Grant Leland Hiatt