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John J. Graham Bellevue John Joseph Graham, 58, of Bellevue died September 9, 2009 at Battle Creek Health System. He was born January 8, 1951, the son of Paul and Lenora (Alden) Graham in Hastings. He graduated from Bellevue High School and worked for Clark Equipment for 11 years, American Fibrit (Johnson Controls) for 15 years and retired in 1999. John is survived by his wife, Denise (Hasselquist) Graham of Bellevue; sons, Brent (Jody) Graham of Battle Creek, Travis Graham of Battle Creek and Kevin Graham of Montrose, Colorado; grandchildren, Ashlee, Kailie and Alyssa; and brother, Paul Graham of Bellevue. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister. John coached Little League baseball and football in Bellevue. He enjoyed watching sports of all kinds. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4:00 p.m. and 6 until 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2009 at Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Graveside services will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2009 at Hillside Cemetery with Pastor Steve Olmstead, Pleasantview Family Church, officiating. Memorial donations may go to Muscular Dystrophy Association. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. www.shawfuneralhome.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Sep. 10, 2009.

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Tim Channells

October 8, 2009

Denise, Travis, Brent & Jody, Kevin,
I am heartbroken over your loss. John was a father to me. I will always remember love and kind words. I will always remember the night he got Travis and I out of the ditch after hitting a deer with the Honda (power sliding the car).

Nicole Govier

September 11, 2009

Denise and boys, Ian and I were so saddened to hear of John's (dad) passing. He was an amazing man and mentor. We will remember him always and cherish our many years of fond memories. Much love always, Ian and Nicki (Haylock)Govier

Sandy Barber

September 11, 2009

Denise, I know we don't know each other really, But Travis is a great friend to me & my family. I just wanted you to know your family is in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss.

September 10, 2009

Dear Denise, Our prayers are with you at this time.
Love Frank and Nancy
and family

Donna Miller

September 10, 2009

Dear Denise, I was surprised and saddened to see that your John had passed. Please know I still think of you often and wish you and your family the best..... Donna (Birch) Miller

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