From Garage Bays to Granger Days: Wilford Tanner’s Story

Wilford W. Tanner: A Hands-On Leader of the Granger Lions

In 1964, Wilford Woodruff Tanner, who lived at 4027 South 4275 West, was elected president of the Granger Lions Club — a fitting role for a man who never shied away from rolling up his sleeves for his neighbors.

Wilford owned Tanner’s Garage & Body Shop, where he was known for taking good care of his customers and treating everyone like family. He loved the wide-open spaces of the Granger area and spent much of his free time outdoors — fishing, hunting, and enjoying the land he called home.

His dedication to the Granger Lions Club was a natural extension of who he was: a hardworking community man who believed in service. Whether he was fixing cars, helping lead a project, or lending a hand at a Lions event, Wilford W. Tanner showed what it means to be a neighbor who gives back.The "W" on the Tanner's Garage & Body Shop sign stands for Wilford.

Wilford W. Tanner, owner of Tanner’s Garage & Body Shop, was more than just a trusted local businessman — he was a tireless community activist who served as president of the Granger Lions Club in 1964. Whether he was fixing cars, leading service projects, or supporting neighbors in need, Wilford Tanner always put his community first..