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Alfred Graves Obituary
88, of Louisville, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Carmel Manor Catholic Nursing Home in Ft. Thomas, KY.
He was a native of Lexington, KY, a veteran of the United States Army, serving as a 1st Lieutenant and Battalion Adjutant in the Korean War. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserves. He was a Licensed Surveyor and Professional Engineer with the Army Corps of Engineers retiring after 37+ years. He was a member of the Louisville Serra Club, Knights of Columbus, Kentucky Right to Life Association, St. Albert the Great Catholic Church, St Joseph Catholic Church, Saint Al's Aces and Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Tampa, FL.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Bettie Louise Fritz. He will be greatly missed by his two sisters, MaryAnn and Theresa Graves; five children, Betsie Welch (Harold), Debbie Herrington Foster (Mark), Cindy Kohrs (Joe), John Graves (Jan) and Bob Graves (Robin); his 17 grandchildren, Katie, Courtney and Ben Welch, Christina Herrington, Heather Buckingham (Gordon) and Jason Foster (Amanda), Brandon (Laura), Mitch, Nick and Kevin Kohrs, Connor, Lauren and Kristen Graves and Trish Meacham (Mark), David Shepler (Niki), Trevor and Brieanna Graves and his 11 great-grandchildren.
His funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 18 at St. Albert the Great, 1395 Girard Drive, with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17 at Ratterman's Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Road.
Expressions of sympathy may go to Kentucky Right To Life Association, Lewy Body Dementia Association, CuttingEdge Learning Academy (Valrico, FL) or Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church (Tampa, FL).
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Don Robison
May 11, 2018
Al was a class act and a good friend. We enjoyed many hours together both in the office and out in the field. As time passes may you continue to feel comforted by your memories.
Carol DeMuth
May 18, 2017
Sending my thoughts and prayers and condolences to each of you on the death of your dear Dad. Both your Mother and your Dad were very dear to me. May you take comfort knowing they are together now, and hold tight to each other, the family.
Jerri Jimenez
May 18, 2017
Betsie and family, I am so sorry about your father's passing. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. You have our very deepest sympathy. God bless and keep you all during this time. Hugs, Jerri and Felix.
Ronald Gasaway
May 16, 2017
So sorry to hear of Al passing. I worked with Al in specs for several years. It was a pleasure to work with him and he was a great mentor to me as well as a good friend. We had many good talks. Al always made my work day better. I know he will be missed by many. My prayer is for peace and comfort for all the family and friends.
Don Robison
May 15, 2017
Sorry to read that your Dad has passed away. He was truly a class act and a good friend. We enjoyed many hours together. You have my sincere sympathy.
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