Willie Max Graham's Obituary
Willie Graham, 90, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. A visitation is scheduled for family and friends on June 5 from 1-8PM and June 6 from 8 AM to 5 PM at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Locust. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
Mr. Graham was born October 20, 1933, in Guilford Co, NC to the late Chapman Barnhardt and Annette Wansley. He is lovingly survived by his wife, Margaret Graham of 41 years; daughters, Libby Safrit (Marty) of Harrisburg, Peggy Tidd of Midland and Kathy O’Reilly of Midland; sons, Mel Ford of Portland, OR; 20 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters, Bonnie Ketner (Jack) of Greensboro, Wanda Eller of Sarasota, FL; nephews, Scott Eller, Dr. Chad Eller, Andrew Ketner and nieces, Susan Schoolfield and Julia Rigby; special brother and sister; Skip and Joan Guests.
Mr. Graham is predeceased by a son, Charles Barker. Willie Max Graham was a loving, generous man who lived a life of service, gratitude, and faith. He demonstrated his love and devotion to his beautiful beloved bride and their five children. As a member of the Catholic Church, he served as a Knight of Columbus. He served his country for 14 years in the United States Air Force. He lived life as an upstanding and loyal American citizen, who truly believed in the freedom our country has given. He respected and held in high regard all life as a gift from our Lord and Savior. Please celebrate with us as he enters heaven and dances with Jesus eternally.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Locust is serving the Graham family.
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