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Alexander McGraw Obituary

MCGRAW, ALEXANDER JAMES Alexander James McGraw, age 17, of Hamden, passed away on August 31, 2013, from injuries he received in an automobile accident. Born in New Haven on December 19, 1995, Alex is the son of William E. McGraw, Jr. & Deborah Hoyt McGraw of Hamden. He is also survived by his brother, Michael Christopher McGraw and niece Kylie Palumbo both of Hamden; his maternal grandparents, Arthur & Evelyn Kilroy Hoyt of Milford; aunts, Cathy Russell of Vernon & Meredith Stowe & her husband Arthur of Milford; uncle, Kenneth Hoyt & his wife Christine of Milford and his girlfriend Ashley Gaudio of North Haven. Alex was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, William E. McGraw, Sr. and Elaine Anderson McGraw Gagner. A Hamden High School Senior, he was a young man that was everyone's friend; he loved to write music and enjoyed cooking and travel. He was so recently pleased having traveled to Ireland, Wales, England and France on a People to People Student Ambassador Program. Alex was also a member of DeMolay, a Masonic Youth Organization. Friends may visit with his family at BEECHER & BENNETT FUNERAL HOME, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden on Thursday, Sept. 5th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM and may attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Friday at 10:00 AM in St. Stephen's Church, 400 Ridge Road, Hamden. Interment will follow in Centerville Cemetery, Hamden. Contribution in Alex's memory may be made to People to People Ambassador Programs, Dwight D. Eisenhower Building, 1956 Ambassador Way, Spokane, WA 99224-4002. To send a condolence to his family please see: www.beecherandbennett.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Sep. 3 to Sep. 4, 2013.

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October 28, 2013

He was an amazing guy and a great friend. He was a caring person and had amazing talent. -Rachel

September 30, 2013

Dear Bill and family, I just learned of your terrible loss and please know that you have my deepest sympathy and condolences.
Jane Wakeman

Erica Criscione

September 13, 2013

Alex was a good friend and easy to talk to he will really be missed

September 6, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the McGraw family.From Amanda Pope

Jazmin chisolm

September 5, 2013

im so sorry this happen to you and your family. i know words can't help or heal your pain but i hope you feel all the love and support you are getting though this tough time

Pam Cameron (formerly Costa from Yale)

September 5, 2013

Debbie and family,
I am so so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your son. I know the pain of losing a child and it can only be understood by those who live it. Please know you are in my thoughts and that time will not mend your broken heart but it will make it easier to cope with.

Rosemary Brezicki

September 5, 2013

To the McGraw Family I send my heartfelt sympathy. I worked with Alex at DQ and am glad I got to know such a kind and friendly young man. Losing him so young is such a tragedy. Carry him with you always in your heart and in your memories.

High Road Schools of CT

September 5, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Michael Capone

September 5, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. The Capone Family

Brandon Fredlaw

September 5, 2013

May god give your family peace at this time of comfort.

Heather Keyes

September 4, 2013

May god be with you and your family as well as with the students of Hamden High school Alex had touched so many people our sons were friends and in seeing my son grieve it is clear that Alex was a shining light may god grant you peace and be with you and the students of Hamden High

Donna Verdi

September 4, 2013

My nephew Ryan worked at Dairy Queen with Alex and they became good friends.We are very sorry for your loss.Our prayers go out to all of you at this sad time. May he Rest In Peace.

Christina Mengert

September 4, 2013

I worked with Alex. Not for very long, but I would like the family know that everyone who took part in raising him did a amazing job. He was not rude or judgmental, and made me feel welcome to the DQ crew before anyone else did. He was always bright and smiling. So sorry for your loss and I hope everyone effected will find a sense of serenity during their time of pain. Some people are to good to be in this vicious world, Alex was definitely one of them.

Austin Cesare

September 4, 2013

To the McGraw Family. We are so sorry for your loss of Alex. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. -- The Cesare Family

September 4, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

Jennifer Corrigan

September 4, 2013

Bill,
My heart is just broken for you and for your family. Alex was a shining star- he was the student who buoyed my spirits as I myself grieved the illness and death of my son. I will never forget his six year old hugs, you are a special family, I wish you peace and love.
Jennifer Batchelder-Corrigan

Renee Rausch

September 4, 2013

Heartfelt condolences from the family of Frank Rausch, longtime friend of Bill McGraw, Sr. (U.S. Electrical Motors)

Renee Rausch

September 4, 2013

Heartfelt condolences from the family of Frank Rausch, longtime friend of Bill McGraw, Sr. (U.S. Electrical Motors)

Mary Jo Agata

September 4, 2013

Dearest Debbie and Family,
I am so very sorry about the passing of your son, Alexander James. Sincere condolences to you, Debbie and the rest of your dear family. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he RIP

Lori O'Brien

September 4, 2013

My daughter Kiley traveled with Alex this summer and they became good friends during that time. I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.

Phyllis Norton Mullins

September 4, 2013

Debbie and family,
My sincerest condolences. I can not imagine the pain of losing a child. My heart goes out to you.

Ellen Zemina

September 4, 2013

Debbie and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My peace be with you.

Frank & Donna Caraglio

September 4, 2013

Our hearts are broken for you. Alex was a terrific young person! We hope you find some comfort in knowing what a positive impact he had on everyone he met.

Frank & Donna Caraglio

September 4, 2013

Our hearts are broken for you. Alex was such a terrific young person. We hope you will find some comfort in knowing what a positive impact he had on everyone he met.

jennifer romanoff

September 4, 2013

I will always remember Alex for his contagious smile and his warm heart! He was a friend to everyone he met and always went out of his way to include everyone! He touched everyone in my family and we will keep him in our hearts always!

Jennifer, Michael, Taylor and Joseph Stalsworth (Romanoff)

Larry Sterback

September 3, 2013

Bill and Family,
No words can express the sorrow I feel for your loss.

September 3, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the entire McGraw family.From Tony Allison and Adam Wiernasz

Kathy Piascik

September 3, 2013

We are deeply saddened to hear about Alex. He was always kind and said hello when we would see him around town. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

The Piascik Family

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