James Henry Graves

Mr. James Henry Graves affectionately known to family and friends as "Boody" of Graham, North Carolina was born in Alamance County on July 19, 1952 to Mr. James Graves and Ms. Eula Mae Ector. Mr. Graves transitioned on April 21, 2025 while he was being cared for by the staff of Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, North Carolina. James was a member of the 1968 Sophomore Class of Central High School and a 1970 Western Alamance High School graduate.
Years after his departure from high school, he played a very important role in helping to organize the 1970 graduating class reunions. "Boody" was a fun and loving individual who truly cared for the people in his life.
Some of his hobbies included eating, socializing, and shopping. He was also a faithful member of Union Chapel UCC. Mr. Graves leaves his cherished memories to his brother: Vinson Graves (Michelle), his partner Larry Gilliam, his adopted brother Todd Hicks, sister-in-law Angie Graves, and a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Graves was preceded in death by his siblings: Charlie Graves, Teresa Graves, and Ann Graves.
Services
Public Viewing/walk through
Sunday
April 27, 2025
1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sharpe Funeral Home, Inc,
520 Rosenwald St.
Burlington, NC 27217
Wake-with the Family present
Monday
April 28, 2025
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Union Chapel United Church of Christ
5087 Union Ridge Rd.
Burlington, NC 27217
Funeral Service
Monday
April 28, 2025
12:00 PM
Union Chapel United Church of Christ
5087 Union Ridge Rd.
Burlington, NC 27217
Interment following funeral service
Monday
April 28, 2025
Union Chapel United Church of Christ
5087 Union Ridge Rd.
Burlington, NC 27217