Athera Grant

It is with both sorrow and warm remembrance that we announce the passing of Athera Elizabeth Grant, known affectionately as Vera to her loved ones. Born on March 30, 1974, in Camden, NJ, Athera was a beacon of light, a reservoir of strength, and a source of endless joy to all who knew her. She was a woman of incredible resilience, demonstrating a fighting spirit that was evident in every aspect of her life, especially in her devotion to her beloved children.

Athera's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of laughter, love, and dedication. She was a talented, smart, and inspiring woman, whose infectious humor and unwavering resolve made her a joy to be around. Athera was an accomplished individual, graduating from Camden High School in 1993, and later earning her Certified Nursing Assistant license and certificates in medical billing, coding, and Home Health Aide. Her passion for caring for the sick and the elderly was a testament to her immense compassion and kindness. Vera was the life of the party, her funny, feisty spirit radiating warmth and drawing people to her. Her inspiring nature made her a role model to some, but she was an undeniable blessing to everyone.

Athera's legacy lives on through her four children, five grandchildren, her mother Denise Grant, her siblings Charlotte (Jerome Sr.), Laticia Bowens, Towanna Grant Jackson, Richard (Barbara), Alys Williams, Annette Fields, Veronica Fields, Joyce Fields, and Stacy (Frances), and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. She was predeceased by her grandparents Ruth and James Rand, her brother Mark Grant, her father Richard Sr., and her grandfather Henry Grant.

A viewing will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 9:00am EDT at the Macedonia Baptist Church, 351 High Street, Westville, New Jersey, 08093. The celebration of Athera’s life will continue at the same location at 11:00am EDT. We invite you to join us in honoring Athera's memory by sharing your stories, photos, and memories of her on the memorial page. Her spirit, embodied in her laughter, her love, and her incredible strength, will forever echo in our hearts.