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Joseph GRAHAM Obituary

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Joseph C., Nov. 1, 2014. A Korean War Vet, past President of Local 1414. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Jewell), loving father of Donna DiLacqua (Anthony), Joseph V. (Katherine), and Jeffrey C. (Kimberly). Pop pop to Daniella, Bridgette, Jeffrey, Anna, Ryan, Matthew and Mollie. Dear brother of Anna Michele; uncle of John and Nancy. Relatives, friends, members of Local 1414 and other affiliated locals are invited to his viewing on Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 8:15-9:15 AM at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) followed by his Funeral Mass St. Martha Church 9:45 AM. Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2014.

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james good

October 28, 2024

I cannot believe its been 10 yrs sinse my best buddy past also my buddy buddy stremmel has past Who was also in korea

james good

October 29, 2023

what a great guy.joe and i grew up togeather in port richmond.we were in korea togeather in 1957 i remember joe bud stremmel got togeather one time in korea.i remember joe had a olsmobile covertible and i had 49 ford,gas was 25 cents a gallon.i have lost a lot of my buddys sad to say

Bob Irwin

November 7, 2014

Donna and Family,
So sorry for the loss of your dad. May all your memories carry you through.
Bob Irwin and family

November 6, 2014

Our condolences to Lorraine, Donna, Joe and Jeff. Marge, John and the Varvolis family

November 6, 2014

You were a good friend to me, good family man, and best union president. I will miss you and your humor greatly. Your golf buddy John V.

Rob Ovodock

November 6, 2014

Mrs. Graham, Donna, Joe, Jeff,

I am so sad for your loss. I always had so much respect for Mr. Graham.

Robert Davis

November 5, 2014

So sorry to hear of joe's death, he was. Good guy .may he rest in peace! In case you don't remember me I'm the guy who did work in your kitchen years ago. I knew Joe at United news, before he went to United partial, then we were at the Phila. Bulletin, and Inquire together. I always felt he was a good friend. He will be missed! Bob Davis

Jim Pinto

November 4, 2014

Joe and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Jim Pinto

Christine Hicks

November 4, 2014

Our condolences...you are all in our prayers.
Your Rose Group Family

Mary Randles

November 4, 2014

My condolences and prayers for the entire Graham family.
I have fond memories of Mr. Graham as a proud grandfather anytime I would see him when Bridgette sang. Indeed he was a kind, gracious,down to earth, funny guy.
I pray for your peace and comfort.

November 3, 2014

Dear Lorraine, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time. Joe was a very kind, friendly and caring man, and I'm sure a wonderful husband and father. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.

Love, Roe Rahill

Robert Lang

November 3, 2014

Was saddened to hear of Joe's passing. We will miss you so much. You were a great human being. Loved your sense of humor. You can rest now. Our sympathies to your family in their loss. Our prayers are being sent out tou your family. Watch over sll of your loved ones Joe.

BOB Beatty

November 3, 2014

SO SORRY WHAT CAN I SAY YOUR CUS BOB

November 3, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.YOU CUS BOB BEATTY PS YOU WERE THE GUY WITH THE HOT
55 CHEVY

Robert Lang

November 3, 2014

Was saddened to hear of Joe's passing. We will miss you so much. You were a great human being. Loved your sense of humor. You can rest now. Our sympathies to your family in their loss. Our prayers are being sent out tou your family. Watch over sll of your loved ones Joe.

November 3, 2014

Joe you were one of the great ones.gone to miss buddy art keebler

Tracey Carey

November 3, 2014

To all of the Graham family:
I was so very sorry to learn of your loss. I know that this is a very tough time for all of you, but always embrace the wonderful memories you have and have made over the years with Mr. Graham. It is those wonderful, happy moments that seem to lift and carry you through any difficult ones. May he now rest in peace watching and caring for all of you as an angel from above. My deepest condolences to you and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

November 3, 2014

so tough ... so strong ... so loved ... -Joey

james good

November 3, 2014

Joe and I grew up togeather in port Richmond.When we were young we hung on murpys candystores corner.when older we hung on chic feenys corner bar.Joe and I were in korea to geather.I will miss him alot

November 3, 2014

been pals forever. will miss you joe tom murphy

November 3, 2014

Not only a great neighbor but a great friend. I will miss are talks outside. RIP Joe I'm gonna miss you buddy

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