More descriptive:
* "My grandmother was a truly remarkable person."
* "My grandmother was someone very special to me."
* "My grandmother was a woman of extraordinary character."
More personal:
* "I was so lucky to have my grandmother in my life; she was so special."
* "My grandmother was a very special person who I will always cherish."
More specific:
* "My grandmother was a very special person because of her kindness and generosity."
* "My grandmother was a very special person who always knew how to make me laugh."
By adding details, you can make the sentence more meaningful and engaging.