Robert Lee (Bob) Grand, 78, of Keenesburg, CO, passed away on August 16, 2024, at his home in Keenesburg. Known as Bob to friends and colleagues, he was born on August 17, 1946, in West New York, New Jersey, to Robert and Pauline Grand, who preceded him in death.
Bob held a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and a Masters degree in Transportation Management from the State University of New York. In his later years, he became the editor and publisher of the Lost Creek Guide. Bob was very active in the community and served as a Board member for the Southeast Weld County Chamber of Commerce for many years.
Bob was a loving father and grandfather and is survived by his daughters Megan Grand, Mary Fondas and Kathleen Grand, sons-in law Aldo Quartararo and Matthew Fondas; grandchildren Theodoros Fondas, Michela Quartararo, Sofia Quartararo and Isabelle Strassheim. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law Paula and Mark Lytle and their children and grandchildren.
A celebration of his life was held on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10 a.m., at the SE Weld County Fairgrounds 7758 Co Rd 59, Keenesburg, CO 80643.
Tammy Whitaker and Ed Morales are honored to carry on Bob’s legacy through the rebirth of the Lost Creek Guide as the LOST CREEK SENTINEL, ensuring a lasting voice that continues to connect the communities of southeast Weld County for generations to come.
