Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Elbert Graham Obituary
Tallahassee, FL - Elbert Graham, Sr., 63, of Tallahassee passed on Friday, May 15, 2020. Graveside services are 10:00 a.m. Saturday in Rockhill Cemetery. Viewing is 4-6 p.m. Friday at TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE (850-842-1950). Mr. Graham was a retired sanitation associate for the City of Tallahassee (30 years) and a deacon at Bible Base Church. Survivors include his wife, Betty Thompson Graham; children: Brian (Arlinda) Thompson, Elbert Lee Graham, Jr., Laccy Graham and Courtni (Anastasius) Grant; sisters, Annie Mae Washington, Inell Lamb and Emma (Michael) Jones; five grandchildren and numerous other family members and friends.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Teresa Branton
May 13, 2021
I miss my cousin so much, every time I see that green truck that looks like his, I be ready to blow the horn and follow, then I remember it's not him. He have touched so many people lives and I will not forget his smile nor his jokes. He was an inspiration to many, he sure was to me too. I love you cousin. You will be forever in my heart.
Jeffery Hill
March 20, 2021
I miss my van buddie me and mr Graham have been van riders for 13 years picking up and dropping kids off I miss him so much I still can´t believe it it´s has almost been a year Rest In Peace Mr. Graham
Rod Moeller
May 27, 2020
Elbert Graham was one of the friends I made in grade school who presented himself as strong and gentle. Even as a youngster he new his strengths, but made it his mission to only use that strength in good fun and honorable ways. I too worked for the City of Tallahassee for several years and then is when I re-encountered Elbert fairly frequently. We lost a really good man and example of who we should strive to be when we lost Elbert.
I do wish the closeness I felt with Elbert in grade school had been in the cards for us more frequently, but our lives and careers took us in different places.
Though I know none of Elbert's family I hope a bit of reflection into his youngest years gives you some peace that Elbert was broadly appreciated by many more people than you ever knew.
Rest in Peace my Friend, you are missed.
Denus & Kesha Harris
May 25, 2020
Pops was a wonderful person! He and my husband worked for a short moment at the lottery building. We were building a relationship on the Lupus foundation he and his wife did for their sweet child. We had no idea that heaven gained such an awesome, but kind hearted person. We plan on reaching out to his lovely wife at a later date. May God bless each of you is our prayer.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
PAT HARVEY
May 22, 2020
TO BETTY AND FAMILY I WAS SORRY TO HEAR OF ELBERT'S HOMEGOING. IT WAS SO REFRESHING WHEN I WOULD RUN INTO YOU'LL AND HAVE THAT LITTLE CHAT AND LAUGHTER. HE WAS ALWAYS SO PLEASANT. BETTY LOOK TO THE LORD AND HE WILL SELTRENGHEN YOU,HE WILL COMFORT AND KEEP YOU. ELBERT HAS FINISHED HIS COURSE--BATTLE IS FOUGHT VICTORY IS WON---NOW HE CAN ENTER INTO THE MASTER JOY AND REST IN PEACE---"SERVANT OF GOD WELL DONE"
Rena Watson-Williams
May 22, 2020
Words alone can't express the pain of losing a love one. To the Graham family and dear friends of Elbert, may the Lord comfort you with His love and peace. Elbert lovely smile will surely be missed. To Emma and family, prayer is the greatest connection.
Sending Love and Condolences ❤
Tara Thompson
May 22, 2020
Dianne Bell formerly Kilpatrick
May 21, 2020
To the family of Mr. Elbert Graham Sr. , my deepest sympathy especially to his Sister Ms. Inell Lamb.
Helen Williams-Mock
May 21, 2020
To the family: I pray that God will comfort you all and give you strength to endure, during this difficult time.
Helen Williams-Mock
Victoria Jones
May 21, 2020
When the lord calls our loved ones home,he leave A gift of Memories In exchange change memories are the legacy of love I remember Being in Macedonia youth choir uncle Elbert taught us A song by lee williams can't run.. every month I run into Uncle Elbert at the credit union We're start singing can't Run You can't hide there's no need, No need to try.. Rest On unk and one day we're sang our song together Again in the Heavenly Choir
Lenora Mobley
May 21, 2020
Thinking of You
Wishing you hope
in the midst of sorrow,
comfort in the midst of pain.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Lenora
Douglas Clark
May 21, 2020
To a long time friend and class mate starting from the first grade I have none Elbert, it really breaks my heart noing that he is no longer going to with us I pray that God give the family the strength they need to endure the lost of there love and God bless each and every one of in the name of Jesus amen.Douglas clark
Teresa Branton
May 21, 2020
My prayers and condolences to our family. I will truly miss my cousin who always had me laughing, I miss our breakfast we use to share when we wanted to act silly, you just didn't know that I really appreciated your comfort and laughter. You will be forever in my heart. If I had known when I saw your truck heading to the Dollar tree on Tennessee at, would be the last time of seeing you driving, I would have followed you and gotten another laugh. I am so sorry that I didn't. I didn't get to tell you that I love you like we always did. I miss you, but I know you are in a better place now, and I can't override the will of God over your life to being you back. But I do have memories in my heart, and I can reminisce and cry softly over our times together. Rest on my handsome cousin, I love you.
Melva
May 20, 2020
Mr. Graham was truly a strong man of God. Every morning he would go in one of the empty classrooms and pray before he went out on his van route. His belief in God was strong and his relationship with the Lord was secure. He was a very nice person. A friend to some, a brother to some, a father figure to some, a grandfather to some and a listening ear to others. A warrior now resting with the Lord. Hes got his wings now. May God grant the family peace during this time of separation.
Chiquita Mullins
May 20, 2020
Mr.Graham will be greatly missed he was forever making someone laugh
Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results
4006 Crawfordville Road, Tallahassee, FL 32305
Make a Donation
in Elbert Graham's name
How to support Elbert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Elbert Graham's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
