David Graves Obituary
David Lee "Dusty" Graves 73 of Sebring set sail to eternity on February 26, 2025 at his residence. Dusty was born in Springfield, Missouri. He moved to this area in 2013 from Rockford, Illinois. He was a carpenter who was very proud of his handiwork in construction. Later he worked in building maintenance. Dusty was a Southern Baptist by faith. Dusty loved his Harley Davidson motorcycle and fishing. He was an excellent husband, father and family man. an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan who loved watching football with his girls, he was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Tonya; his daughters, April and Tiffany (Jeremy); two grandchildren, Bryton and Ellah, his 3 nieces, Angela Marinelli, Laurel Bassham and Lisa Mendoza; and his fur baby Meeko.
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307 S. Commerce Ave, Sebring, FL 33870
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