Russell Wayne Graham
1947 - 2015
Russell Wayne Graham
1947 - 2015
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BORN
1947
DIED
2015
Russell Graham Obituary
He was born on October 28, 1947 in Alvin, Texas. He graduated from Alvin High School in 1965 and served as an electrician's mate in the US Navy from March 1967 to December 1970. On November 23, 1968, he married Mary Ellen Dimpfl in Waupun, Wisconsin. He worked as a lineman and foreman for Alliant Utilities (formerly Wisconsin Power & Light) from January 1971 until his retirement in January 2006.
He was devoted to his family and an avid Astros fan, known for his sense of humor and outgoing personality. He was actively involved in the community at Scenic Hills Retirement Community and a member of Cross Lutheran Church in New Braunfels.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mary, children Dan and Dawn Graham, Raj and Lori (Graham) Singaraju, Gary and Lisa (Graham) Youens; grandchildren Owen and Braden Graham and Allie, Lilah, and Shelby Youens; siblings Mauro and Janice (Graham) Togneri, David and Nancy (Graham) Chappell, Albert and Jody (Graham) Balensiefen, and Lawrence Graham; Aunt Ann (Weatherly) Davis; as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Mary Jo Graham and his sister Bonnie (Graham) Petersen.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18 from 12:00-2:00 pm,with funeral services immediately following, at Zoeller Funeral Home, 615 Landa St., New Braunfels, TX 78130. Interment will follow at Guadalupe Valley Cemetery in New Braunfels.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Hope Hospice in New Braunfels.
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Bob/Claudia Simmons
August 8, 2016
Gosh, this whole community misses Russ, and often speak of his many contributions to Scenic Hills. He was a wonderful friend, and family man. I often repeat his statement, "If you don't love your spouse, you shouldn't live in Scenic Hills". And Russ DID LOVE YOU SO MUCH MARY ELLEN! What an honor to be loved so sincerely. We all still share in your loss, and think of you and your family so often.
penny ahlm
October 7, 2015
it was an honor and a pleasure to have known and worked with Russ , he could always make you smile.with his sense of humor. it was with a heavy heart to learn of his passing. But may you all find comfort in knowing how many lives he touched and brightened every day. God bless you all rest in peace Russ.
your limey friend Penny xxxx
Barb Tapovatz
July 27, 2015
Daer Mary and family. Russ was a great guy and no one knows that better than you, totally devoted to all of you. He was so lucky to have married you to share his journey. God bless you and keep you. Barb Tapovatz
Alan Kjelland
July 27, 2015
So sorry to hear about this. I worked with Russ while I was with WPL, and he was always a straight shooter. You could always rely on him for the right story.
I have to admit, I didn't recognize him at first from the photo, because he was a bit heavier when I knew him.
Anyway, I'm sorry for your loss, and the world was a better place because of Russ.
Alan Kjelland
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Sonja Wiltse
July 18, 2015
Where do I begin, you had an amazing life and so many happy memories will be with you always. True love, joy and happiness are a rare thing, I'm so glad you were blessed with these gifts form our Lord. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Brad, Sonja, Scott and Sarah
Ryan Petersen
July 17, 2015
Dear Mary, Dan, Lori and Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. Russ was an amazing man, and as I told Dan, I have never known a better father and family man in my life. He was so full of life, love, wisdom and a great sense of humor to keep us laughing. He is no longer is pain and gone to a better place where he will be welcomed with love from Mops & Granddaddy and my mom. I'm jealous that Russ gets to be with my mom in heaven. Love and prayers to you and I wish we could be there with you.
Ryan
Meghan Gauthier
July 17, 2015
For Dan and Family - We love you all and have nothing but prayers of peace and comfort for you and your entire family. Find strength in the love of family and friends. We're thinking of you all.
-Kirk, Meghan and Eliza
Anita & Dave Leach
July 17, 2015
Mary and family. We wish we were there so that we could give you a hug and prayers. You know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sadness. You all need to rely in your faith and all your good friends and memories.
July 17, 2015
Dear Mary here I am crying my heart out wishing I was there. You were blessed as was he with a great marriage and children and so very many memories I'm so glad we are part of some of those memories. We feel so blessed to have spent that week with you BOTH Thanks for who you are and who he was. Hugs and prayers to you all God hold you all in his loving arms. See you soon Friend
Bob/Claudia Simmons
July 16, 2015
Dear Mary Ellen and Family, May you draw comfort from your memories of the happier times, and peace in your faith. Russ provided us all with some wonderful memories, and some of his original thoughts. Ex: "You have to love your partner to live in Scenic Hills". Russ not only "talked the talk, he walked the walk", with dedication and loyalty to his wife, family, and friends. Russ and the family will be in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. With love and sympathy, Bob and Claudia Simmons
Mary and Myron
July 15, 2015
Dear Mary and Family,
We know you are hurting, but hope the love and thoughts of your friends and family help your hearts. You are all loved so much. Take care of one another.
With Sympathy.
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