Earl E. Graeff

Earl E. Graeff, 90, of Myerstown, PA, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center.

He was the husband of Mildred M. (Smith) Graeff, to whom he was married 70 years.

Born in Bernville, PA on May 26, 1935, he was a son of the late Samuel O. and Edna M. (Kauffman) Graeff.

Earl was a 1953 graduate of Penn Bernville High School, graduating as salutatorian. He worked as a foreman at Schlegel Builders for 30 years, retiring in 2000. He also worked at Sheidy Builders. Earl was a Borough Council Member, Consistory Member at St. Thomas Church for 11 years, and life member of Marion Township Rod and Gun Club. Earl enjoyed golfing, bowling, woodworking, crafts, hunting, and fishing.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters, Deborah D. Graeff, wife of Grace Gross, Kimberly K., wife of Timothy Earnest; son, Ted T., husband of Melody Graeff; six grandchildren, Melissa, Michele (Julius), Andrew (Lindsey), Joshua (Kelly), Rachel (Jorge), Rebekah (Christian Leffko); six great-grandchildren, Rowan, Reid, Reese, Ethan, Simon, Adeline; sister, Anna Mae Smith; and several nieces and nephews. Earl was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sarah; and a sister, Betty J. Riegel.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Grose Funeral Home, 358 W. Washington Ave., Myerstown, preceded by a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will be at Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas Church, 536 N. Main St., Bernville, PA 19506.