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Keith Graver Obituary
Keith D. Graver, 56, of Orefield, died Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Audrey T. (Marsteller) Graver. The couple celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary last June 22. Born in Allentown, September 7, 1956, Keith was the son of Lowell W. Graver of Schnecksville and the late Irene (Ault) Graver. A professional engineer, he was employed as an electrical engineer and project manager at Nestle Purina Pet Care in South Whitehall Township, for the last 30 years. Survivors: In addition to his wife and father; daughter, Karisa T. Graver at home; brothers, Brian Graver and his wife, Linda, of Hanover Township, Kevin Graver and his companion, Orlando, of Florida; many nieces and nephews; predeceased by a son, Corbin Ryan Graver. Services: A Celebration of Life service will be held 2 p.m., Sunday, June 2, 2013 at Canal Park (Catty Lake), 1960 Dauphin Street, Allentown. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of donors choice c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
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for Keith Graver
Jeffrey Spess
June 2, 2013
Lowell & Brian:
The memorial with Dave was great. Just wish I could have seen you guys. Cub Scouts, track, brought back lots of memories. So sorry for your loss.
Pati Lilly
May 13, 2013
Audrey and Karisa:
My heart is breaking for you both. I am so so sorry for you both.
To have endured the losses you have had to, is a true test of your faith in God. Please try to remember, in your grief and sorrow, that the Lord selects only the best, the strongest and the most beautiful flowers for his garden in Heaven. It's so unfair to the truly lovely, really GOOD people, like yourself and your daughter, that he has taken both Corbin and Keith ENTIRELY TOO SOON. You must wonder why. To be honored and blessed that God has allowed you the time with them that he has, was his gift to you.
You may be thinking this is easy for me to say, but I know from the sudden losses of my sister and dad. It's hard to hold on, but DO IT! You and Karisa need to be each others strength. We'll (Kathy Smith and I) see you on the 2nd. My deepest condolences and prayers for your peace and comfort until then...oxoxoxoxo Pati Erle Lilly
Rosie and Dale Wertman
May 11, 2013
Audrey,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Keith. Please know that we have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Beers
May 10, 2013
Audrey and Karisa, my thoughts and prayers are with you both. Find comfort in your memories and the love you and Keith shared.
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May 9, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Keith's passing. I knew Keith for twenty years at Alpo/Nestle. He was a Great Electrical Engineer, a Great Boss and an even Greater Person. He had the utmost respect of everyone who knew him. I pray God gives you peace and comfort during this time of mourning.
Orrien Griesemer
Eric and Amy Bryla
May 9, 2013
The Graver Family,
Our Thoughts and Heart goes out to your family for a great man, mentor and friend.
Sue Costa
May 8, 2013
Audrey and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, may all of your wonderful memories carry you through this tragic time. I am keeping you in my prayers.
Eric Tworkoski
May 7, 2013
My deepest condolences to the Graver family at this tough time..
May peace quell your sorrows and your tears turn to smiles in the reflection of memories.
I worked for Keith for many years and hold him with great reverence and respect.
It was my pleasure to know this wonderful human being..
Godspeed Keith
Glen Longenhagen
May 7, 2013
Kevin
my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your brother. God Bless
May 7, 2013
My deepest sympathies on your loss. He was a good man, friend, golf buddy and mentor. He will be dearly missed. Rest assured he is spending time with Corbin and they are both looking down on us all.
Jeff Clausen
Tracey Boyle Mathews
May 7, 2013
Audrey and Karisa,
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Keith and how painful this must be for you. My heart hurts for both of you. I hope that memories of the love and laughter you shared help get you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. xoxo
Patrice Flamish
May 7, 2013
I've heard that god never bestows upon us more than what we can handle, if that's true you must be the strongest person I've ever met. I know it's difficult, but try to find peace in knowing Keith and Corbin are together and that they will live on in your heart forever. You and your family are in my prayers. Deepest sympathy. Patti.
Rich & Donna Jarecke
May 6, 2013
Audrey, we are sorry to hear about Keith's passing, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and Karisa. Keith was very dedicated to his family and to his profession as an engineer, may he rest in peace.
Berni Klucsarits
May 6, 2013
Audrey
Words cannot express the sadness I feel about the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your daughter.
Michael Aungst
May 6, 2013
So sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.
May 6, 2013
Dear Audrey & Graver Family,
Keith was a wonderful childhood friend of mine, and I can't even list our adventures on Mulberry St. and the Catty Creek. As a fellow classmate of CHS 1974, he was always a friend.
May all your happy memories get you through this sad time.
John & Deb Gemmel (Oberman)
May 6, 2013
Dear Audrey & Karisa,
Caroline and I are so sorry to hear about Keith and saddened about his passing. I was so glad I got to share some great times on our Harleys, riding with him, knowing how much he loved that bike. Last year the trip we went on will always hold a special memory with me. I was with the three amigos, as I called them.(Mike,Adam, & Keith) I will never forget the leather coat debate in the Harley store with Keith, it make me laugh everytime I think of it! He will be missed -"in my mirror." You both will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Rick & Caroline Simock
Bonnie & Larry Winch
May 6, 2013
I was stunned to hear of the passing of Keith. He was not only classmate of mine but a co-worker at Nestle. Our prayers are with the family in these tough days. Rest in Peace keith.
Cheryl Ault
May 6, 2013
Rest in peace cousin. My thoughts and prayers are with you Audrey, Karisa, Uncle Lowell, Brian, and Kevin. My God provide you comfort and peace during this very difficult time.
Jeff Lax
May 6, 2013
Dear Graver Family,
I worked with or for Keith for nearly 8yrs at NPPC. A Great Man, a Great Leader, a Great Friend. You are both in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
Godspeed Keith, You will be missed by all.
james duffy
May 6, 2013
Audrey,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your husband. Will keep you and the family in my thoughts.
Duffy
Dan Ward
May 6, 2013
Dear Graver family . I am so sorry for your loss. Keith was by far the best boss I ever had. He taught me so much. My prayers are with you.
Dennis and Rose Kite
May 6, 2013
Audrey,
I really enjoyed working with Keith. He was a good man and will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janet,Walter,Lori and Brenda Pickett
May 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Mark Meinhart
May 6, 2013
You are in our thought and prayers, Keith was a great boss and friend, with deepest sympathy.
Mark and Mary Meinhart
Wade Kuchenbrod
May 6, 2013
Grace and peace to you both as you grieve Keith's passing. He touched many lives in a very positive way and will be missed greatly. Great engineer and person!
May 6, 2013
Dear Audrey and Karisa,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May your husband and father rest in peace. So long dear friend, I will miss your smiling face.
Deb Koch (NPPC)
May 6, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bonnie was a classmate at Catasauqua High School, class of '74 and I had the pleasure of working with Keith at Nestle.
Bonnie and Dennis Kelly
Bonnie and Dennis Kelly
May 5, 2013
Dear Lowell and family
Our thoughts and prayers are extended to you and your family at this time of sorrow.
David and Eileen Makovsky
May 5, 2013
Audrey and Karissa: So So sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers are with you each and every day. There are no words to express how heavy our hearts are for you loss. Remember we are here for you at this time of grief and sorrow.
Ben, Dennis, Louise Santee
May 5, 2013
Audrey and Karisa,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are both in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Keith was an awesome boss, as well as a friend. Take care.
Doug and Laurie Mankos
Jayne Krause Stevens
May 5, 2013
Lowell and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Keith's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
May 5, 2013
Audrey, Karisa and the entire Graver Family: My sincere sympathy to all of you on the passing of Keith. Another Class of 1974 "Rough Rider" gone too young - too soon. I will keep you in my thoughts and pray that the love of family and friends will bring you comfort and peace!
Patti Graver Kuhns
FATHERAIDAN CLARKRE
May 5, 2013
As a friend of Kevin's, I wanted to add my prayers and the thoughts of assuring you, that Our God is ever persent, even when it seems just not so.
Father Aidan Clarke-Monks of the Good Thief
May 5, 2013
audrey i'm so sorry for your loss, you and your family will be in my prayers there are no words to help ease the pain at a time like this but my heart breaks for your loss,... hugh "watson" harkins
Ed and Mary Pat DeJarnette
May 5, 2013
Audrey and Karisa,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Keith greatly. He was a good man and a great friend. With deepest sympathy, Ed and Mary Pat
Judy Roman
May 5, 2013
Dear Audrey & Karisa,
We are truly saddened to hear of Keith's passing. Keith was such a good person who touched the lives of many. It's the little things, every day occurrences & memories that will help you get through. We will continue to honor his memory & have you in our thoughts & prayers. Please remember you are not alone & we are there for you if you need anything. We are so very sorry. RIP Keith.....
Bob, Judy, Elyse & Bobby Roman
George Schaffer
May 5, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the family. I worked with Keith many years at Alpo. A great man.
John Treiber
May 5, 2013
From our family too yours with deepest sympathy. As a coworker and friend he will be greatly missed.(ALPO)
Linda Muth
May 5, 2013
Audrey I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. So sad so young so much to offer, do and see yet in life. My deepest sympathy, Linda Muth
Val Magee
May 5, 2013
Audrey and Karisa, my heart and prayers go out to you. I am so sorry for your loss, you have been through so much, I pray you find strength. I didn't know Keith very well but it was obvious how much he loved you. I hope that the memories of that love help you find peace.
kevin graver
May 5, 2013
RIP my brother. Although we were not close, your passing had quite an effect on me. Audrey/Karisa: You are in our thoughts & prayers, as you deal with yet another loss. :(
Donald Nace
May 5, 2013
I worked with Keith for many years at Alpo Pet Foods and he was very dedicated to his job at Alpo. Rest in peace my friend.
Annie Rawdon
May 5, 2013
Audrey and Karisa, My thoughts and prayers are with you both.
Nicole Muro
May 5, 2013
Karisa,
Words cannot express the amount of saddness I feel about the passing of your father. Many thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mom. Please always remember that Corbin and your dad are always with you. Love you.
Brian Scanlan
May 5, 2013
Dear Graver Family,
I am terribly sorry to hear of Keith's passing. He was one of the finest supervisors I ever had the privilege of working for. Your family will be in my prayers
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