Gerald-Graichen-Obituary

Gerald Harrison Graichen

Sacramento, California

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GRAICHEN, Gerald HarrisonAug 18, 1948 - Oct 23, 2007 Gerald was killed in a train accident at work on Tuesday. Gerald grew up in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and attended Eastern Michigan University. He moved to California in 1970 and worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad (later the Union Pacific)...

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Hi Aunt Barbara,
I was just reading the guest book for Uncle Gerald and it touched my heart to hear how loved he was. Everyone is in complete agreement that he was one of the kindest most gentle human beings to walk the face of this earth. I know that he would want you to move on in life and be happy and I know you can do it. He will always be in your heart and soul and he is safe and at peace with the Lord now. I hope you'll be coming to visit soon and know that we have a guest room...

I can remember our times at the school house,and always will.He will always be with me.God bless you Barb & Ger

Dear Barbara,
Thinking of you during this sad, sad time with loving support and sympathy. What a great man Gerald was. I will miss his grin and wry sense of humor, his caring and uplifted manner. I cannot even begin to know what a loss you're experiencing. God bless.

Dear Barbara,
My husband and I were blessed to know Gerald through his service at our Self-Realization Fellowship church. His peaceful and gentle demeanor were his gifts to us each time we saw him. His sudden passing has saddened our hearts, but we know he is surrounded by God's love and eternal light.
Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Blessings and our deepest sympathy,
Art and Marianne Ellis

Barbara - I am sad to hear about the death of your husband. You have many good memories and a good support system to help you. My sympathies.

Cathy Sweeny

I'm picturing the old schoolhouse in my mind's eye, and the good times we had. My heart goes out to you, Barbara. Kathie and I are very sorry we can't be with you today.

Barbara,
My heart and thoughts are with you in your time of loss. I was truly shocked in hearing of what had happened.
I worked with Gerald in 2003-2004 during a systemwide inspection on the UP bridges and he was truly enjoyable to work with. He spoke highly of you and was a pleasure to be around. I truly mourn your loss and hope that you find comfort in the joys everyone had from knowing Gerald.
Truly & Sincerely,
Vali Jo Hansen

Dear Barbara,
We want you to know that we are thinking about you and praying that God will give you strength in this difficult time. We feel so sorrowful for you and hope that the love of friends and family may help heal the pain of your loss.
May Christ be with you.
Our Love,

I heard the news from my brother that Gerald had passed. I was shocked and sad that the world had lost such a compassionate person. Gerald you were like an uncle to me growing up and I'll always have you in my heart.
love Tessa