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Keith Graham Obituary
KANNAPOLIS - Keith Brian Graham, 46, of 1807 Central Drive, died Saturday, June 20, 2009, at Tucker Hospice House.
Born March 1, 1963, in Cabarrus County, Keith was the son of Grace Troutman Graham and the late Conley Smith Graham. He was a graduate of A.L. Brown High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was employed as a data storage account representative.
His interests included all types of team sports, boating, fishing and camping. He also enjoyed traveling. He was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include his mother, Grace Troutman Graham, with whom he made his home; a daughter, Lucy Graham of Columbus, Ga.; three aunts, Mildred Arrowood of Landis, Irene Foutz of Kannapolis and June Yancey of Durham; an uncle, Howard Graham of Atlanta, Ga.; three cousins, Patricia Page of Concord, John Foutz of Kannapolis and Linda Gwaltney of Charlotte; and other family members.
Service: Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Mitchell United Methodist Church. The Rev. Marion Fulk will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation: The family will receive friends from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Lady's Funeral Home. At other times, they will be at the home.
Memorials: May be sent to Mount Mitchell United Methodist Church, Worship Committee, 6001 Old Salisbury-Concord Road, Kannapolis, NC 28083; or The Fletcher School, 8500 Sardis Road, Charlotte, NC 28270.
Lady's Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be made online at www.ladysfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Keith Graham
Paige Johnston
August 12, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of Keith's passing. I knew him years ago at UNC and then recently when Lucy was smaller and he lived in the Lake Norman area. Keith always had a kind word for everyone he met...his smile was contagious. May God bless ALL of his family and may you take solace in knowing that Keith is undoubtedly in a better place.
Connie Martin
July 6, 2009
Mrs. Graham: I wanted to express my deepest sympathies for the loss of your son Keith. My son Davis went to school with Lucy at the Fletcher School. I remember Lucy's face lighting up when Keith would pick her up in car line after school. She obviously loved him very much. You and Lucy will be in our thoughts and prayers.
July 5, 2009
Dear Lucy, I am sad that your father died. I really miss you. Dylan
Ginger Moss
July 5, 2009
Mrs. Graham, I just learned of Keith's passing yesterday. My son Dylan and Lucy were at the Fletcher school together. I only had the honor of knowing Keith for a very short time, but I will always treasure the time I spent with him and our children. Keith was a loving and dedicated father who adored Lucy. Please know that he will always be rememered and hold a very special place in alot of people's hearts. May the Lord hold you tight and give you comfort at this time. Ginger Moss
Laura Reister
July 4, 2009
Mrs Graham: I just heard of Keith's passing. My son, Ben, and your sweet granddaughter, Lucy, were in school together at the Fletcher School. Lucy was the light of Keith's life. I am so very sorry for your loss. You and Lucy will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Reister
Donna Bradshaw Morrow
July 4, 2009
Mrs. Graham.
I am so sorry that I was not able to come to Keith's visitation or funeral( I was on vacation with my family) I am so glad that Alicia and I were able to see Keith the Thurs. evening before he passed away. When he opened his eyes and squeezed my hand, it meant so much to me.I will always cherish the times Keith and I spent together from 7th grade when we first meet in Mrs.Safrit's class all the way through high school and then 4 years at Chapel Hill. He will always have a special place in my heart and I feel him and Tony are probably roommates again in heaven!!I will be praying for you.
Christine Lillie
June 25, 2009
Mrs. Graham and Lucy,
I wanted to send my love and sympathy to you.
I met Keith many years ago when Lucy was born. I used to take care of her along with nannying for Keith's neighbors.
Keith remained a very close friend and I am so saddened by this news.
Please be comforted knowing Keith was loved by many and will remain in our hearts and memories forever.
June 25, 2009
Dear Grace,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your son was a very hansome young man. you will certainly be in our thoughts. Love, Druscilla Roseman Morgan
June 24, 2009
Mrs. Graham,Please know that I am and will be here for you at any time. I feel so blessed to have been back in touch with Keith. For the past 10 months we have talked everyday and have laughed and cried together. At least , for awhile, we were back in that safe time in our lives where there were no worries. I will never forget him .God bless you and I know he is walking with our Lord, his Dad and friends. Love, Lori Shumake
Chris Shaver
June 24, 2009
Mrs. Graham, I grew up across the street on Central Drive. Keith, Jerry & Phil Sellers, Cheryl & Kelly Caulder, & Jimmy Wyatt and I all played together when we were kids.I have lots of good memories of when we were young. I will certainly keep you in my prayers for the days ahead. God bless you always.
Chris Goodman Shaver
June 24, 2009
Mrs. Graham,
We were so sorry to hear about Keith. We knew him in Raleigh several years ago and remember him as so successful and friendly, with a beautiful smile. We are sorry for your loss and will keep you and the rest of his family in our prayers.
Amy and Paul Parker
Jamie S
June 24, 2009
Lucy,
We are so very sad about the lost of your dad. We will be praying for you with all our love. Love your friend, Jamie S.
Donna Fowler Walton
June 24, 2009
Mrs. Graham,
You will be in my continued prayers in the days ahead! I have such wonderful memories of Keith, he touched many people! Know that I am thinking of you in this difficult time. God Bless You and Lucy.
June 23, 2009
Gracie,
Bob and I were shocked when we read the newspaper today. We hurt so deeply for you. What wonderful memories we have of our times with you, Connely, and Keith. Your Keith and our Keith had some wonderful times together. Our prayers are with you at this time. Words fail me to even express myself over this tragedy.
Our prayers and love,
Bob & Sue Dennis
Gary Dixon
June 23, 2009
Gracie, I will always remember the day Keith came for his Data General Interview and brought you with him. it was obvious he was a thoughtful and loving son. I was lucky to have him on my DG team. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
God bless,
gary & Maggie
Frances Ward
June 23, 2009
Grace,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry to hear of the death of your son Keith.
May God Bless you.
Former co-worker at Fieldcrest Cannon
Frances Ward
Myrtle Beach, SC
Jill and Paul Varisco
June 23, 2009
Dear Mrs. Graham,
Dear Lucy Grahan,
We had the pleasure of knowing Keith.
He was a beautiful person, both inside and out. Words can't express the sorrow we feel for your loss. We know there is a special angel in heaven watching over you two now. We send our love and prayers.
June 23, 2009
Gracie,
I'm so sorry to hear of the death of your son.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary Hastings (Eva's son)
Clemmons NC
Jerry Garrett
June 23, 2009
Ms. Graham,
May the Lord bless and keep you in this time of loss.
Daniel Prevatte
June 23, 2009
Mrs. Graham,
I worked with Keith at Data General. He was a fine man, and very bright. We lost touch over the years. I pray and wish you well.
Daniel Prevatte
Leslie Griffith
June 23, 2009
Gracie,
I have such fond memories of Keith when we were young growing up at Mt. Mitchell Church. I'm so sorry that his life ended much too soon. I'm so sorry that you are having to go through this. Much love, Leslie Griffith
June 23, 2009
May your memories bring you joy with each passing day. With sympathies.
Lori Rhodes Bradshaw
Classmate of Keith
June 23, 2009
May your memories bring you joy with every passing day. My deepest sympathies.
Lori Rhodes Bradshaw
Classmate of Keith
Beth Davis Weaver
June 23, 2009
Mrs. Graham.
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time of loss.
June 23, 2009
Grace, I was sadden to hear about Keith, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I think of Keith when we young and in the Christmas play at church. That a fun time in my life.
Janet Hooks
Beth Engle Norton
June 23, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
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