Granville “Stately Homes” Hall

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John McMurtry

It was with much sadness that I learned of the death of my old friend Granville Hall who passed away late last week after a short illness.

Affectionately known as “Stately Homes”, Granville was a lifelong Ulster supporter and a real friend of this site having attended our first ever Awards Night back in 2005 and his input to the Awards Night in subsequent years helped turn it into the event it is now.

A regular tourist with Ulster, “Stately” enjoyed recent trips to Biarritz, Galway and Bath and was a popular figure in the Scoop Bar at Ravenhill, events, which I’m glad to say, are captured in our Galleries along with many other happy memories of the old rogue!

He’ll be much missed by the friends he’s left behind.

Granville’s funeral takes place on Wednesday 9th February at 12:30pm, Rosemary Presbyterian Church, North Circular Road, Belfast followed by a service at Roselawn Cemetery at 2:00pm.

Granville Hall – Much missed by his friends.

8 responses to “Granville “Stately Homes” Hall”

  1. Sam G

    I worked with Granville; he was a highly accomplished Chemistry teacher who will be remembered affectionately by many, many colleagues and students. Above all he had a very generous spirit. I will miss our lively discussions of all things Ulster rugby and yes – he will be with the team in spirit v Northampton.My sincerest condolences to Granville’s family circle.

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  2. Cap’n Grumpy

    Very sad news, my condolences to Granville’s nearest and dearest.

    A proud Ulster man who stood up for the team on the park many, many times, home and away, I would be proud to stand up for Granville.

    Grumps

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  3. brianc

    Lovely tribute to one of the good guys!!! My last memory of him is in Biarritz, in good form, stopping a public bus for myself & the missus to get on board!! The driver was less amused than Granville was!

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  4. Boys on tour

    Sorry to hear the sad news, our thoughts are with the family. Granville – you may not be there in person – but I’ll bet you’ll be in milton Keynes in spirit.
    Stand up for the Ulster man!

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  5. johnny king

    Sad news indeed. I’ll miss the moral support of another “hockey boy”. Sincere condolences to the family.

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  6. glynncommando

    Totally agree with Flat-top. Stately will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences to his family circle.

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  7. Flat-top

    Very sad news, I’ll miss the banter and the welcome Stately always gave me immensely. My thoughts are with with his family at this difficult time.

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  8. ding dong

    Sad news indeed, my condolences to his family

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