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Donald Graves Obituary

GRAVES Donald Graves, age 87, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2010. He was born on September 23, 1923 in Washington Court House to the late Roy and Jane Graves. Donald was a proud member of the US Navy, serving his country during WWII. Donald was a long time member of Mifflin Presbyterian Church. He was man who had a quite, gentle dignity and a great love for his family. He is preceded in death by his wife Betty Jo and sister Barbara Scott. He is survived by his brother, Charles (Fran) Graves; step-children, David (Shawn) Rassmussen and Robert Rassmussen; grandchildren, Erin, Derek and Steven; and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday, November 18, 2010 at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd. (at Beecher Rd.), Gahanna. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 19, 2010 at Mifflin Presbyterian Church, 123 Granville St., Gahanna, OH. Pastor Stephanie Boaz and Pastor Peter Dembroski officiating. Interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in Donald's memory may be made to Mifflin Presbyterian Church, 123 Granville St., Gahanna, OH. 43230. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a favorite memory of Donald.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2010.

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Tom and Eleanor Binns

November 23, 2010

We were saddened to learn of Don's passing. We were priviledged to have known Don through Mifflin Presbyterian.

November 17, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. Mildred Graves which is a cousin by marriage also passed away on Nov. 15, 2010. My Grandfather was Donald's Uncle. My grandfather's name was Fred Sylvester Graves.

Mike Scott

November 17, 2010

So sorry to hear of Uncle Don's death. Glad I got to visit with him a few last times. Dave, if you need anything, give me a call.

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