Dennis-Graves-Obituary

Photo courtesy of REED & BENOIT FUNERAL HOME INC

Dennis Lynn Graves

Rodman, New York

1961 - 2015 (Age 53)

About

DIED
March 4, 2015
AGE
53
LOCATION
Rodman, New York

Obituaries

Send Flowers

REED & BENOIT FUNERAL HOME INC Obituary

Dennis L. Graves, 53, Co Rt 69, Rodman, passed away Wednesday, March 4th at the Samaritan Medical Center where he had been a patient.

The memorial service will be 1 pm Saturday, March 14th at the Carpenter-Stoodley Funeral Home, Belleville. Calling hours will precede the service from 11 am - 1 pm at the funeral home. Spring burial will be in Ellisburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Council, 167 Polk St., Watertown, NY 13601.

Dennis was born in Watertown, September 23, 1961, a son to Daren L. and Shirley A. Raymo Graves. He graduated from South Jefferson High School where he played soccer, baseball and hockey. He continued to play softball in local leagues for the Adams Hotel team following his high school graduation. He attended Jefferson Community College. Dennis was manager of Diamond Auto Glass in Watertown, retiring due to ill health.

He married Teresa Jones June 30, 1984.

Dennis was an avid hunter, Nascar fan, and a fan of the NY Giants, Yankees, Rangers and Knicks. He was a former member of the Rodman Volunteer Fire Department.

He is survived by his wife, Teresa Jones Graves, Rodman; two sons Gregory P.M. Graves and Tyler M. Graves, both of Rodman; five brothers Daren L., Boothbay, ME; Gregory E., Union, MO; Ronald R., Mannsville; Charles J. Swannanoa, NC; Daniel L., Mannsville; 4 sisters Christine N. Caird, Mannsville; Darlene Ann Jefford, Mannsville; Cynthia J. Graves, Bridgeport and Lori C. Cashel, Mannsville. His mother-in-law, Margaret Jones. Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his pride and joy, his pet dog Lulu.

Dennis was predeceased by his parents Daren and Shirley and a sister Kathleen Graves.

Online condolences may be made at www.carpenterstoodley.com.


Read More

Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

My condolences to the Graves family. I did not know Dennis personally, but he came to my rescue during a blizzard. Gave me a lift home when my truck got buried in a whiteout. My thoughts and prayers for your family.

My condolences, may the family gain comfort and strength during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7

Asheville, NC

So sorry to you and your family for your loss.

Teresa so sorry for your loss you were a very cute couple. Lots of memories at Mill Creek along with Laura Howland may they meet up in heaven... actually I am not sure heaven would be ready for both of them. Those were the days. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Penny Ritz

Dear Greg and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We send our condolences.
Great Lakes Cheese of NY

To the family of Dennis Graves-
We send our deepest condolences to you all during this very difficult closure to a long illness and want you to know that we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Theresa, Tyler & Greg,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have fond memories of camping, late night "washer" games, and lots of laughs. Dennis was a great guy, and will be missed. May you find comfort in your happy memories.

Teresa, Greg and Tyler, words cannot express how very sorry i am for your loss. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Paula ( the clubhouse)

Teresa, Greg & Tyler,

Thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. I hope you'll find peace knowing that he's no longer suffering. Find strength in each other & remember all the good times you had together.