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We regret to announce the passing of Hoyt Hilton Grant, on August 9, 2006 in Sacramento, CA at the age of 87. Hoyt was a member of Affirmation: Gay and Lesbian Mormons for about 25 years. Hoyt was involved in Pen Pal and Chapter-at-Large programs of Affirmation for many years. Hoyt served as Pen Pal coordinator for nine years, from December 1984 to January 1994—the longest any Affirmation member has served, perhaps with the exception of Paul Mortensen, in a national position. During the 1993 national conference, Grant was deservedly honored for his many years of service to the organization. Hoyt was a high priest, still active in church. Hoyt had a marvelous life, and love for both the church and Affirmation. His journal entries speak of his friendships that he made in Affirmation and through the Pen Pal Program. His obit read: An angel while on earth, he has been called home to serve in Heaven. Hoyt was an artist and a musician. He was born in Sumpter, SC and spent his adult life in Stockton and Sacramento, CA. He graduated from BYU with a degree in music. Hoyt always volunteered his time and the little bit of money he had to Affirmation and support of animals. He loved dogs and cats and often donated to the Humane society. Hoyt was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hoyt leaves no family, but many friend, and many fond memories of his gentle spirit and southern hospitality. In memory of Hoyt we would ask that you make a donation to your local Humane Society or to Affirmation.Hoyt was a talented poet and some of his poems appeared in the early 1980s in Affinity, the newsletter of Affirmation: Gay & Lesbian Mormons. In the November, 1982 issue of Affinity, Hoyt published the following poem: Immortal Soul, Sing!
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