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Sean Graves Obituary
SEAN MATTHEW, on June 24, 2004; of Phila., age 19, following a motorcycle accident; beloved son of Nadia Graves (nee Sznoluch); and the late Robert P. Graves; loving brother of Brian D.; loving grandson of the late Lewis and Anna Graves; Maria and the late Kozma Sznoluch; also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Service Tuesday, June 29th at 11 A.M. at Cedar Grove Church, Rising Sun and Tabor Ave., Phila. Visitation will begin at 10 A.M. Viewing will be Monday Evening 7 to 9 P.M. at the Church. Int. Ivy Hill Cem. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brian D. Graves Trust Fund, c/o Tina Omeliantschuck, 651 Maple Hill Dr., Blue Bell, PA 19422.
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Shannon Stroble
May 15, 2010
Keith White
July 22, 2004
To Nadia and family,I was so saddened and shocked by the news of Seans death,he had all his life ahead of him,my thoughts and prayers are with you and Brian and the rest of your family.
God bless........Keith ( suke1022)
Yolanda
July 14, 2004
Dear Nadia,
Sorry to hear of your lost, There is no words can replace your lost, But i know that God have plans for all of us, In his words he said he is able to keep us from falling a present us faultless before the king, and i know you believe in his words,I pray that God give you the strenght to go on in a time like this, Proverbs 3:6 In all thy ways acknowedge him and he will direct your paths
Yolanda,
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Richard Pisz
July 10, 2004
Dear Nadia....
I am deeply saddened to have just received news of the loss of your son....be assured that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May memories and God serve to strengthen and keep you. I have been away taking care of my mother, but I have not forgotten the wonderful friendship we share.
Your friend, Richie
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intl chat)
Christopher Simian
July 3, 2004
Dear Nadia, There are times when troubles comes upon us unexpectedly and tear at our hearts. No one is to blame, it is just a bad twist of fate. There is nothing I or anyone can say to ease your sadness. Together we all mourn your loss and stand by your side. Take comfort in knowing that there are many people who love you dearly and hold you in their hearts.
-Standing beside you with open arms, Chris
Heather M
July 3, 2004
Mrs. Graves and Brian,
I first met you quite few years ago when you had lost your husband. I had worked in a doctor's office that your family were patients in. I remember how young I was and yet this tragedy always stuck in mind as I watched you raise your boys alone and deal with the trials of single parenting. I never forget the patients that really made an impact in my life. When I heard of Sean's accident, I remembered your name, your face, and couldn't believe such sadness has been brought to your family again. I will have you in my prayers and hope you and your family are staying strong at this unfortunate time. Best wishes to you Mrs. Graves and your son, Brian.
Pamela
July 3, 2004
Dear Nadia and Brian,
TENDERLY --
May Time heal your sorrow
Gently --
May friends ease your pain
Softly --
May Peace replace Heartache
AND MAY WARMEST MEMORIES REMAIN
May you know how many people share
your sorrow and stand with you in
your time of need.
May time be a Friend and God be
your Comfort.
In the HEARTS of ALL who know him
HIS MEMORY LIVES & HIS LOVE ENDURES
You are all in my Prayers
Anita Simmons
July 1, 2004
Dear Nadia,
You are a wonderful woman and we all know you did your very best for both your children. I am sure Sean realises all you have done for him and he will be with you, guiding you the best he can. No child could ever have had a better Mother than you have been and I am sure Sean realises this and will be with you till you both meet.
Anita
Samira Rachid
July 1, 2004
Nadia,
My heart is saddened by the tragic news of your son, although i didn't know him or much about him knowing the woman that you are i know that he was a wonderful young man..may you always keep his memories near and may God make this time as easy as possible for you.."From him we all come and to him we all return"
Al-Quran
All my love
Samira and family
The Mckinstry Family
June 30, 2004
Nadia and Brian,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our prayers.
kate marbach
June 30, 2004
My prayers are with you and your family ...Lp keep your head up and take care of yourself! We'll miss you purse!
Beth
June 30, 2004
Nadia and Brian, our love goes out to you both and your family. You are in my prayers.
Love
Julie Bleuit
June 29, 2004
Dearest Nadia and Brian,
Sean will always hold a very special place in my heart. I will miss him dearly, but it is comforting to know that he is with his dad once again. I love ya both very much.
Love Julie
rick b
June 29, 2004
Nadia and Brian
i am sadden by the news of your loss and i pray for your family in this difficult time. Nadia you are a wonderful, special lady and a dear friend. i just want you to know im here and thinking of you and Brian. i will keep you in my prayers
Love
Rick B
Cindy
June 29, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time. God bless you.
joan and dave elliott
June 28, 2004
Nadia and Brian-As I sit here and write this message you are receiving many family and friends that have come to say goodbye to Sean-We too are there with you-We raised our children together since birth and to see one of them leave the fold breaks my heart-let the memories of all the good times we shared together come pouring into your hearts at this moment and always keep them close when the going gets rough - stand proud that you raised a man that all of us loved!!!!!
Nanette Hayes
June 28, 2004
Nadia,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you
Paul Cunningham
June 28, 2004
I am deeply saddened for your loss. My prayers are with you. Paul
Evie Lindsay
June 28, 2004
My dearest Nadia and Brian,
How I wish, I could find the words to let you know what's in my heart.
Nothing can ease your pain right now. Just trust in God and know, Sean is one of His special angels and he will be your guardian angel.
Be strong, my friend, as I know you are.
If you ever need me, I will be here for you.
Much love,
Evie
Kevin
June 28, 2004
My dear friend Nadia, although you and I have talked so many times over the years and you have helped me through troubled times, i find there are no words I can offer you to comfort you except to say that my heart goes out to you and you are in my thoughts.
Take care Nadia, all my Love Kev x
Ray Troiano
June 28, 2004
Nadia, Brian and Family-
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Sean. May God bless all of you and help you through this very difficult time. My prayers are with you and Sean.
Tim Elliott
June 28, 2004
Sean was my very first friend. He taught me companionship, loyalty,and guidance. He was always there for me, and I was there for him. As my next door neighbor, we would get bored and scuffle once in a while, taking out our aggression in boxing matches on Devereaux Ave. (with Sean beating the crap out of me every time) but most of the time we would be teaming up to win a baseball game in the alley behind our street. Sean, you were my first true friend. When I moved to Wis. when I was 9 years old, I know we didn't keep in touch much but that does NOT effect the impact that you had on my life. I learned what the word "friendship" meant because of you. You were my childhood best friend and I think you would agree to that, along with Bri. I miss those days. That's how I will remember you, pal. My first bud that I trusted, stuck up for, and loved.
I can't wait to talk to you again, pal. Miss and love ya!
judie stewart
June 27, 2004
nadia
my heart and prayers are with you and brian ... and my deepest sympathy ..... you ever need me Im here for you always
love you judie
Joyce Carter
June 27, 2004
There are no words that can take your pain away, just lean on the friends God has given you...and always keep Seans memories close to your heart...for he will always remain with you.My thoughts and prayers are with all at this most tragic time...
Marie-Claude Conlon
June 27, 2004
Nadia and Brian,
As time goes by, your pain will ease slowly. All you have to remember is that those who have passed from this world only die, when we whom they loved forget them.
Syndi Friedman
June 27, 2004
I cant believe we've been friends for so long and now your gone. Mad love to you. You will always be remembered and never forgotten. I'll keep a good eye for Bri. Love u babe!!!!!
Eric Short
June 27, 2004
I would Like To Offer My Very Deep Sympathy
So Very Sorry On your Loss
My Prayer's And Heart Go Out To You
Mary
June 27, 2004
Nadia,
There are no words To say how very sorry I am. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart Hurts for you both.
Love You,
Mary
Jacqueline Raganyi
June 27, 2004
Nadia and Brian
i know there is nothing i can do or say to make you feel better right now, but know that i feel with you and that you are in my prayers and thoughts.
i am here for you, even when thousands of miles away.
Jackie
Angie
June 27, 2004
For Nadia and Brian,
i will think about you guys, even i only met Nadia personally. you will have a friend in me if you need me Nadia, even i am miles away, but in my heart i am there with you.
Love, Your friend, Angie
Gloria and David Brewer
June 27, 2004
Nadia,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Guy Stead
June 27, 2004
Nadia and Brian: Please accept my condolences on the passing of Sean. May God Bless you both and give you peace. Forever your friend. GUY.
Reenie M
June 27, 2004
Nadia,
May you be granted the strength yet once more to go on in the aftermath of this tragedy that has me in a state of shock . My heart and soul and my thoughts are with you , and when the healing begins , please feel free to contact me....I remember our conversations of past .
Much love,
Reenie, Tom , Christiane and Bryan
Vicki
June 27, 2004
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there.
I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that swiftly blow.
I am the diamond glint
on newly fallen snow.
I am the sunlight
on ripened grain.
I am the soft and gentle autumn rain
When you wake from sleep in the early morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft, starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there.
I do not sleep.
Nadia and Brian,
Nothing I can say will ease your pain that the two of you are going through right now. Sean will always be loved and with all of us in our hearts. He is with his daddy now and the two of them, you have to believe, will be looking down upon you, watching over you, and guiding you through your path of life. I love the two of you with all my heart.
Love,
Vicki
Linda Jaeger
June 27, 2004
May God be your comfort in this time of grieving. My heart goes out to you and you are in my prayers. I can only express my deepest sympathy, but only God can give the healing touch to uplift your heavy heart.
Jenn Garnick
June 27, 2004
Such a tragic loss. Please extend my condolences to the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kate and Myke
June 27, 2004
Sean,
We will miss you.I havent really talked to you lately, but yo will be missed by so many..Lp I love ya sweetie take care of ur self and ur mom .Im so sorry
Shannon Solomon
June 27, 2004
I love you Shiz Always and forever
Jenna
June 27, 2004
Although no words can really help
to ease the loss you bear,
just know that you are very close
in every thought and prayer.
Carin C
June 26, 2004
So sorry for your loss.
dan prado
June 26, 2004
may the lord keep you strong and bless you and your family in your time of need
Leoa
June 26, 2004
Nadia and Brian,
Tenderly, may time heal your sorrow
Gently, may friends ease your pain
Softly, may peace replace your heartache
And warmest memories remain.
My sincerest condolences for the loss of Sean. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Pauly and Heather Sznoluch
June 26, 2004
Sean will always be remembered in our thoughts and prayers. We have the memories and photos of him catching the garter belt at our wedding. He is forever safe from harm now and once again in the loving hands of his father.
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