Wanda Graves Obituary
She was born November 8, 1933, in Madison, MO to Byron and Helen (Dailey) Alaxander.
She married Frank Graves November 16, 1952, and he preceded her in death November 27, 2017. Also preceding her in death were her parents, sister Eutha Elsberry, 2 brothers Franklin and Bobby Alaxander and a son-in-law Gary Fruits.
Survivors include her daughter Deborah "Debbi" Graves-Fruits of Lee's Summit, MO and a granddaughter Lauren Fruits, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Words of comfort and support may be shared with the family at a visitation to be held, Tuesday February 17, 2026, 3:00-6:00 p.m. at the Cater Funeral Home. Funeral services honoring and celebrating Wanda's life will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 11 a.m in the Cater Funeral Home Chapel , Committal prayer and burial will follow at the Oakland Cemetery, Moberly, MO
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