Grant Charles Hoyt, 49

Grant, the seventh of eight children, was born on Jan. 30, 1961, to Katherine and the late Delmar Hoyt, and is survived by his wife of 23 years, Kelly, and their 13-year-old daughter, Emily. He passed away on April 30, 2010, in Rathdrum.

Surviving family members include his mother, Katherine Hoyt; siblings, Dennis (wife Susan), Jean Magers (husband Jefty), Brad (wife Judie), Curt (partner Janet Rohr), Ralph (wife Kimberly), Karl (wife Nicole), Harold and several nieces and nephews. 

Grant loved working hard and fast doing the work of two men and a boy on every task. A construction worker by trade and a gardener at heart he loved the outdoors, planting trees and flowers everywhere he could. Dirt bikes were one of his favorite activities. The combination of mud, dirt and speed was exhilarating for him, as was walking and running everywhere he went. 

Grant was known for his bright smile, joyful spirit, giving heart and a deep love of family. Through good times and bad his devotion to his wife, Kelly, never wavered. But the joy of his life was his daughter, Emily. The mention of her name filled him with glowing pride. Bound by love, forgiveness and acceptance, Grant’s family and friends will miss him forever. 

There will be a memorial Mass at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, 2010, at St. Stanislaus Parish in Rathdrum, with a reception to follow in the parish hall. Anyone who knew and loved Grant is welcome.

Community Cremation Service, Spokane Valley, is in care of the final arrangements. Please view Grant’s online memorial at www.communitycremationservice.com.