November 26, 2009 in Washington Voices

Bench honors Spokane man

Stefanie Pettit The Spokesman-Review

Glen Prosser installs the Dr. Bill Grainger memorial bench along the High Drive area.
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Sometimes you can create your own landmark.

That’s what Suzanne Grainger decided to do in memory of her husband, Spokane orthopedic surgeon Dr. David William “Bill” Grainger, who was 76 when he died last May while on vacation in Hawaii. Even though his death was unexpected, as people of mature years, they had discussed what each might do for the other when one of them died.

“We have been here in Spokane for 35 years and just love the outdoors; it’s such a beautiful city,” Suzanne Grainger said, remembering how her husband loved to ski, hike, fish and enjoy all …

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