Grant Charles Iverson
GRANT CHARLES IVERSON
1943 – 2022
Grant Charles Iverson was the fifth of seven children born to John Glenroy Iverson and Melba Keeler. He entered mortality on July 18, 1943, in the American Fork, Utah Hospital. He grew up on a farm in Pleasant Grove and graduated from Pleasant Grove High School in 1961.
In 1962 he enlisted in the U. S. Army and served on active duty for four years, including two years in Germany as an Armored Corps tank crewman. The military recognized him by awarding medals for good conduct and rifle marksmanship. He left the service with the rank of sergeant E5.
After leaving the military service in 1966, Grant left within months to serve a mission in the New England States Mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. After completing his mission, he married Pauline Irlbeck on March 7, 1969, In the Salt Lake Temple. He attended Utah Trade Technical College, studying Drafting and Construction Technology, and spent his career as a builder. In addition to his full time work in building construction, Grant was known for his generosity in assisting neighbors and others with their remodeling projects.
Except for Pauline, Grant’s greatest love was for the Boy Scouts of America. He and Pauline served together in various scouting programs for 35 years. Grant served at both local and district levels, as scout master, merit badge counselor, and in district leadership capacities. He participated in district roundtables, Woodbadge training, and spring and fall camporees. For his years of outstanding leadership, he was awarded the Silver Beaver, the highest honor in the scouting program.
For 30 years, Grant and Pauline participated together in various Mountain Man Rendezvous, attending several meetings per year. They were recognized for their hand-made mountain man clothing, and enjoyed the comradery of the meetings, where they participated in demonstrations as well as trading for the goods provided by the other participants. Over the years, many lasting friendships were developed. Grant was also involved in various community events, freely giving of his time to set up displays and providing demonstrations related to scouting or mountain man activities, including how to produce lead balls for his muzzle loading rifle.
Grant’s health began to deteriorate about ten years ago when he was diagnosed with cancer. Although he was a fighter, the disease gradually took its toll, and he passed away at his home on November 13, 2022. He left mortality on a Sunday morning, just as his local Priesthood meeting was beginning. He was a faithful member of the Church to the very end.
In addition to his wife, Pauline, he is survived by his six siblings – brothers Johnny (Jeannine), Ronald K. (Suke), and sisters Jane Huntsman (Elden), Charmane Riggs (Milt), Pam Tidwell, and Carol Edwards (George), and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, November19, 2022 at 11:00 am at the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the Cedar Hills 6th Ward Chapel located at 9737 North Chesterfield Drive, Cedar Hills, Utah 84062.