Claudia Theresa Grant Metuchen, New Jersey Obituary

Claudia Theresa Grant

Claudia Theresa Grant, 65 of Metuchen, NJ passed away on April 14, 2020, at St. Peters Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. Claudia was born in Jamaica West Indies and migrated to the US with her parents and siblings. She was predeceased by her parents Leo and Avis Grant. She completed her high school education at Mother Seton Regional HS in Clark NJ and received a BA in Finance from TCNJ. She was a valued employee of Bracco Diagnostics Inc. Monroe NJ for many years where she worked in the accounts receivable department. Claudia was a parishioner at St. Francis Cathedral in Metuchen and was very active in the church as a Eucharistic minister and usher. She helped set up the Sunday services at JFK Medical Center. Claudia was a member of Companions of Mary and was involved with Interfaith where she transported patients for dialysis treatments at St. Peters Hospital. Claudia was a big sports fan. She enjoyed her NY Yankees baseball and NY Giants football and never missed a US Open Tennis tournament. She was always the most enthusiastic fan at her niece and nephews soccer games. Claudia, herself was an outstanding athlete where she excelled at track and field during her early school years at Robertson Preparatory in St. Andrews Jamaica and continued through her high school years. Her specialty was the 100-meter dash. Claudia was never beaten in this event during all of her school years in Jamaica. Claudia was one of the most selfless and enthusiastic persons one could have ever met. Her infectious smile, along with her engaging personality made Claudia a very special individual. She loved to travel one of her favorite trips was traveling through Europe with her sister where she made several lasting friendships with people she met in different lands. She also enjoyed reading books about politics and autobiographies of great politicians in history. Claudia is survived by her brother Dennis Grant of Laurel, Maryland, Sister Carol and her husband Don Wallace of Metuchen, her nephew Ryan Wallace and his wife Cristin of Edison and her niece Amanda Wallace of Brooklyn and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins around the world along with the many close friends and work associates who will miss her dearly. Arrangements entrusted to Costello Runyon Funeral Home and a private interment at St. Gertrude Mausoleum. The family will hold a public memorial mass and celebration of her life at a future date.
September 24, 1954 - April 14, 202009/24/195404/14/2020
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Costello-Runyon Funeral Home
January 27, 2021
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Loydon & Evita
May 10, 2020
To the family of Claudia : My family and I don't have words to express the loss of Claudia. We were regulars at the 7 pm at St Francis Metuchen and our journey of knowing Claudia began from there 10 yrs back. Her warm welcoming smile made us feel at home everytime we m... Continue Reading
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Laura
May 8, 2020
Claudia was my sister in laws sister and like another sister in law when I visited them. She had an infectious personality and uplifting spirit. I've had several visits with her over the years and many great conversations...she was someone you just could'nt forget. RIP b... Continue Reading
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Andie & Maurice Watt
April 25, 2020
Dennis, Carol & Family, We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Claudia. We hope just knowing that we are thinking of you with sympathy and understanding will somehow help to bring you comfort and strength at this difficult time. My sister and I fondly remember gro... Continue Reading
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Maurice Watt
April 25, 2020
Dennis, Carol, and Family, Most sincere condolences on Claudia’s passing. It’s hard to find the words that bring comfort at this time of loss but our thoughts are with you all. Shared times, memories and joys are special things which will keep Claudia close to us all. It... Continue Reading
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Elnora Webb
April 24, 2020
“God himself will be with them, And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” (Revelation 21:3,4)
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Kim Denning
April 24, 2020
I’m so extremely saddened to hear of your passing Claudia, I will always remember you as such a kind and caring person. You were always thinking about others and always were willing to help in any way. I pray for your family and send my condolences. I’m truly grateful to... Continue Reading
A candle was posted for Claudia Theresa Grant.
A candle was posted for Claudia Theresa Grant.
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Kim Novak
April 23, 2020
Dear Colleagues: It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that our friend and colleague, Claudia Grant has passed away from complications related to COVID-19. Claudia has worked on our Accounts Receivable Team since February 2014 and was a good friend and co-worke... Continue Reading
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Elaine and Paul St Louis
April 23, 2020
Our deepest sympathies Dennis, Carol, Don, Ryan, Amanda and family. We are so saddened by your loss. Claudia was God’s hands here on earth - she lived the commandment “love thy neighbor”. We know how much you treasured her! We pray for strength and comfort during this di... Continue Reading
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Rose Bonk
April 23, 2020
My deepest sympathies. Claudia was a kind, generous, selfless, caring woman. She will be dearly missed by many.