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James Graham Obituary
August 12, 2024
Overland Park, Kansas - James Robert Graham, 94, passed away Aug. 12, 2024, at home in Overland Park. Jim was born in Springfield, Ill., grew up in York, Pa., and was a 1952 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. After graduation, he served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force. From there, he became a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Jim is remembered professionally for his 25 years with the FBI in Kansas City, where he supervised the criminal squad. One of the highlights of his FBI career was an assignment to the Warren Commission in Dallas, where he worked on the investigation into President Kennedy's assassination. Upon retirement from the FBI, Jim became the Managing Director of the Kansas City Crime Commission for 16 years. Jim received the 1995 Clarence M. Kelley Special Recognition Award for his years of crime-fighting service. Among other accomplishments, Jim was instrumental in founding the metro area's 474-TIPS hotline. Jim especially enjoyed traveling after his retirement.
Jim and his wife Marlene were married for 65 years. In addition to Marlene, Jim is survived by his four children, daughter Mary Beth Norburg (Dan); daughter Teresa Bousum (David); son Robert Graham (Mary), and son Stephen Graham (Teresa); five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Jim was predeceased by his brother Thomas Graham and survived by his sister Carol Moran and sister-in-law Mary Graham.
Visitation will be from 9-10: AM followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, 9405 Mission Road, Leawood, KS. The family suggests memorial contributions to Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas or Cure of Ars Catholic Church. Condolences may be expressed at www.porterfuneralhome.com
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Rick East
October 30, 2024
To the Graham family. I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was always so nice to me. I appreciate knowing him and the entire family. Please to you all in this time. I wish I had seen this sooner. Blessings to you all.
Richard Volk
August 31, 2024
Mr Graham was a second father to my siblings and I. He lived an exemplary life, and was a wonderful friend and neighbor to the Volk and Kramer families.
Donald Bowerman
August 30, 2024
Then a police officer with the Kansas City Police Department, I became associated with Mr. Graham during his tenure at the FBI in Kansas City and, later, his work on the Kansas City Crime Commission. This wonderful man was the consummate law enforcement professional and the finest of gentlemen. It was an honor and a privilege to be acquainted with him. I extend my sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Walk well, my Brother. (Inuit Prayer)
TL
August 29, 2024
May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.
Frederick R McDaniel
August 23, 2024
Memorable years at the Crime Commission and Crime Stoppers . Rest in peace my friend. Prayers for Marlene and family, Dolly & Fred McDaniel.
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