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STEVE GRAVES Obituary
STEVE GRAVES "Smokey"
Suddenly on Thursday, April 18, 2013, of Zephyrhills, FL, formerly of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Tina Graves; father of Jeff Russell, Tracy Spataro (Bryan), and Stephanie Graves; brother of Gary Graves. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.; where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, at 1 p.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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for STEVE GRAVES
Ruth Walker
May 17, 2013
Saturday will be a tribute to a wonderful husband, father and most of all, a great Christian. The service will be a closure for all of us who were associated with Steve. What a great pleasure it was to know him. One of his many bowling friends and a member of his church.
April 30, 2013
Dear Tina and family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time. Gary and I were very sorry to hear of Steve's passing and you have lost someone so precious to your heart. We know words cannot begin to comfort you at this sad time, but please remember how much you are cared about, and know you are being kept in thoughts of deepest care and love. The love you have for the Lord will keep you safe and give you comfort. In Christian Love, Gary and Linda Ashline
April 29, 2013
DEAR-DEAR TINA; EVEN THO BEN & I'VE "WALKED YOUR WALK"; THERE ARE NO WORDS TO COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME...BUT TO REMIND YOU; JESUS IS WITH YOU & HE'S PROMISED: "TO BE THE WIDOW'S HUSBAND" (ISA 54:4-5) IT TAKES TIME; HONEY!!! WE LOVE YOU SOOOO MUCH! BEN & MARILYN NEUBERT
Annamarie Wise
April 28, 2013
Jeff: Kevin and I wish to express how sorry we are to hear about Smokey's passing. He was warm, friendly, with a great sense of humor, and always a pleasure to work with and talk to. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
April 26, 2013
Steve you will be missed by us both, God Bless
Diann & Tommy
April 26, 2013
To Uncle, " Remembering The Times " Sorry you left us so short.From when I was a litle boy going to car races, wrestling shows,to the beach.To just hanging around. As time pasted playing ball together "Hollywood" the name you gave me LOL, Who could forget cottonpatch.Playing music with you man that was good times.To working together.You always saying "Hello Darlin, so funny.Lots of great times,so i"ll stop for now.But wont stop thinking of you.As the duty tone sounds one last time.See ya gator. LOVE YA PAUL
Carol & Earnie Boyd
April 25, 2013
Tina,
I was shocked to hear of Steve's sudden passing. He was truly a great person filled with love for his family and for his God. He will be missed, but the wonderful memories he has left behind of himself will live forever.
Praying you find your strength through his love and God's love for you.
Thomas Coye
April 25, 2013
Hi Tina, I was very shocked to here about my good friend. my prayers are with you and your family
Debby Yarrick
April 25, 2013
Steve you will be missed and love by all.
April 25, 2013
The prayers of our Lamplighters Class are with you and your family,Tina.
We will all miss him in church, and Sunday school,and the Thrift shop.
and Wednesdays with the children.He will be missed by all who knew him.
Bob, Eunice and the Lamplighter class.
April 25, 2013
To every follower of the Lord, there comes a time when the voice of God will say "Welcome home my good and faithful servant". The Lord has welcomed another of his children home. We here at "NCAUSBCA" will miss our friend and bowling colleague. He was a good bowler and friend. He will truly be missed. Office staff, officers and directors of the NCAUSBCA.
Glenda Wilson
April 24, 2013
Tina and Family
Sending warm and caring words of comfort during this difficult time. Steve was certainly a good and dependable ambassador for our Lord. May it help to know that I and MANY others are praying for you and will continue.
Look to God from whence cometh ALL your help, comfort and strength.
Frank Orifici
April 24, 2013
I was sorry to hear of Smokey's passing. Smokey was one of the easiest going, friendly persons that I have known. He and his family will be in my prayers.
Gordon and Ruth Walker
April 24, 2013
Steve's light will still shine through the children he raised and those he spent time with telling them about HIS LORD and SAVIOR. He will be missed by all who knew him. God Bless!!!
Linda Quicksell
April 24, 2013
Tina and Family,
I was saddened to hear about Steve's sudden death. He was a wonderful man and a great bowler. Please know that you are in my prayers during this difficult time. God Bless You
greg senko
April 23, 2013
Tina and family - the prayers and thoughts of my family go out to you and your in this difficult time
April 23, 2013
Tina and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. May God give you the strength you need right now. Always know we are here for you. God Bless you all. Ellen and Jules Garvansites
Brad and Judy Gibbs
April 23, 2013
Praying the Lord will comfort you, surround you and encourage you during this difficult time. Steve will be sorely missed, he was a blessing to many.
Karen, Ray, & Harvey Webb and Dudley
April 22, 2013
Tina and family: We are so sorry for your loss. Steve was a great guy and we will all miss him. Please take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and your family.
We love ya!
David Gregg
April 22, 2013
Very sorry for your lose, Steve and I were both Directors and bowling partners. He will be missed dearly
April 22, 2013
Tina and family, we are sory for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Lou &. Susan Hash
April 22, 2013
Tina and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve was an asset for everyone at FUMC. He was at work serving his Master right up until the end. How many can say that? What rejoicing must be going on in heaven right now.
Tina, Your faith will get you through this. Know that your God is beside you we are all here for you and your family to help in any way we can.
Carolyn & Vernon Dilks
Debra Giles
April 22, 2013
My deepest regards to Alexa and the entire Graves family I'm truly saddened by the loss of your husband,father and grand-father my prayers are with you all.
Ruth & Gordon Walker
April 22, 2013
Tina and family: God had a special place that He needed someone to fill. That someone had to be one of His best. We know He has Steve in His care and He wants you to know that Steve is OK. We all hold you and your family in our hearts and prayers.
God Bless.
April 22, 2013
Hi, I worked with Smokey for quite a few years and he was fun to be around, I am so sorry for your loss I know he will be missed. Sue Lang
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