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Letcher Graham Obituary

Letcher Allen Graham, 78, of Richmond, Va., passed away Tuesday, June 1, 2010. He was born in Roanoke, Va, the son of the late John Wesley and Clennie Earles Graham. Mr. Graham was also preceded in death by his wife, Geraline S. Graham. He served as a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and was a retired Lt. Col. Virginia State Police. Mr. Graham was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 50 years. He is survived by his daughter, Sally Marie Graham Martin and husband, Hilton, of Warrenton, Va.; a son, David A. Graham and wife, Cameron, of Richmond, Va.; his grandchildren, Mary Forrest Graham and Jack Graham; two brothers, Thurman Graham and wife, Loretta of Bristol, Tenn., and William Graham and wife, Iris, of Roanoke, Va.; and a sister-in-law, Vieva S. Clary, of Martinsville, Va. A funeral service will take place at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Friday, June 4, 2010, at 7 p.m. The family will receive friends following the ceremony. Committal services and interment will follow on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 1 p.m. in the Fair View Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke, Va. 24017. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions are made to The Crossings at Bon Air, 9100 Bon Air Crossings Dr., Richmond, Va. 23235. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 2, 2010.

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Wanda Scyphers Carlon

October 2, 2010

sally ,so sorry your dad died my dad died in 91 he was 69 dont know if you remember us we were friends when we were little on liberty rd Roanoke my name Wanda Scyphers Carlon

June 4, 2010

We had the wonderful blessing of sitting next to your parents during church services at Trinity Methodist each Sunday morning. We shared our love of family, daily walks, funny happenings and highlights of the week. President Reagan's Favorite Macaroni and cheese recipe, shared by your Mother, has become a Christmas tradition with oour family also. We share in your sadness and pray for your comfort. Your parents were very special people.
Bill and Mary Faris

Gary Jenkins

June 3, 2010

The Graham Family,
It was a great pleasure to have worked for and with your father. He always represented himself and the Virginia State Police is the highest manner. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

J. A. Faulkner, Jr.

June 2, 2010

The Graham Family,

I was sorry to hear of your loss. I first met Lt. Col. Graham in August of 1977. As a former Trooper and Pilot with the Virginia State Police, I had the opportunity to work with him on many occasions. It was always a pleasure to be in his company. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Chuck & Ann Olive

June 2, 2010

Sally & David,

We visited with your dad last fall, and he still had his dry sense of humor. We have so many fond memories of him from having worked with him over the years. He was truly "one of a kind." We pray that the Lord will comfort you in your loss.

Chuck & Ann Olive

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