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SrA Jeremy Lee McGraner

Jeremy McGraner Obituary

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McGRANER, SrA Jeremy Lee 22, of Vacaville, California formerly of New Carlisle, Ohio, passed away Sunday February 6, 2005 at Charity Hospital, New Orleans, Louisiana. He was born March 9, 1982 in Lexington, Kentucky, the son of Jerry and Kathie McGraner. He was a United States Air Force radar technician stationed at Travis Air Force Base in California. He is survived by his wife Joy (Lopez) McGraner; his daughter Mariah McGraner; his parents; his sisters Melissa Harris (and her husband Nathan), Kristen McGraner, and Melinda McGraner; his brothers Jonathan McGraner and Jonah McGraner; his paternal grandmother Jessie McGraner; his maternal grandparents Leon and Irma Hengel; his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, February 14, 2005 in Chapel 3, 682 Chapel Lane, Wright Patterson Air Force Base 45433. Pastor Terry McGraner and Chaplain Major Fred S. McFarland will be co-officiating. Burial and military honors will follow at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1-8 p.m. Sunday at TROSTEL, CHAPMAN & CHRISTMAS FUNERAL HOME, 507 West Jefferson Street, New Carlisle, Ohio, 45344. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.

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Published by Springfield News-Sun on Feb. 12, 2005.

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Elaine

February 11, 2025

You might already know this but your Grandma made her journey to Heaven a few weeks ago. Then your cousin Joshua made his journey on your 20th anniversary. Your family has had a lot of loss this year already. Sending hugs to Heaven!

Elaine White

February 7, 2023

Another year, I can still hear you!

Elaine White

February 6, 2022

17 years later, your laugh has not faded. You are dearly missed!

Stephanie

February 1, 2022

I´ve traveled across this country since you passed. Our daughter spent the semester in London and is now attending SMU in Dallas. I know you are so proud of her. I will always love you.

Love,
Me

Elaine White

February 6, 2021

Can't believe it's been 16 years already. I haven't been back to Ohio since the day you were laid to rest but hope to visit soon! Until we meet again....in Heaven!

Lindsey

February 6, 2020

I was running in New Orleans 2 weeks ago, and all of a sudden I strongly felt your presence, goosebumps covered my body, and memories flooded back. Until that moment It hadnt dawned on me that this was the city where you took your last breath. I reached out to our old friends, to find out where you ascended up into heaven, and I was not even a block away. Your love, friendship, and memories live on forever. Thank you for visiting me, I never got to say good by...

Elaine White

February 6, 2020

15 years since you took your journey to Heaven, keep laughing up there because we can all still hear you!

Jason Riddell

April 12, 2017

Thinking about you more than usual today, brother. 12 years have passed, but I still think about you just about everyday. I see your daughter posted on here in 2016. It dawned on me that the last time I saw her she was just a little thing, and now she's a teenager! Makes me realize how much time has passed since you left, but I still miss you all the damn time like we hung out just yesterday. That will never change. See ya when it's my time, my man.

Lindsey

March 10, 2016

Hey you, you've been on my mind the past few days, and although I'm a day late, I know u wouldn't mind Happy birthday Mac and Cheese. I miss your laugh and love u always.

Lanie White

March 9, 2016

Sending birthday wishes to you in heaven!!!

Mariah McGraner

February 7, 2016

Hey dad I love you. I miss you so much, I am listening to what you said about mom and you are right she is really smart and always wants the best for me. I know you do too.

Mariah McGraner

January 10, 2016

Hi dad I just want you to know that I love you and miss you no matter what. Everybody always tells me I have your smile. I always think pf that when I look into the mirror. Your always in my thoughts. I love you with all my heart.

Your daughter, Mariah

March 10, 2015

You made a big impact on the loved ones you left behind, I know, because I have had the great privilege of knowing one. I know you were a very special and beautiful soul. God Bless you in Heaven. You left behind a legacy that lives on.

Sandy Bates

November 2, 2014

Time. Time passes by and yet it feels like just yesterday when you stopped by my desk to joke around and show me pictures of your trip and your daughter. I remember the day the squadron got the news and it still hurts just as bad to not be able to talk to you now as it did then. You are missed

Cindy Osborne

March 10, 2014

Happy birthday, Jeremy. Belated birthday. :)

Mom InLaw

March 9, 2014

Showing your guest book some love on this very special day...your Birthday!!!

Marlon Mathis

February 7, 2014

JMac,
Yet another year goes by and the same thought holds true. I have been totally blessed by just knowing you my friend. Yet again we welcome another addition; a baby girl this past October. I remember you with Mariah, when she came down for a visit. It is a warming feeling to recall the memory a young man to be so in love with his daughter. Jeremy makes some room in heaven for ED. I know the two of you will share plenty of laughs while you watch over us all. You two are truly missed.

Kristen McGraner

February 6, 2014

Hey Jeremy,
I can't believe it's been 9 years. I miss you so much. So much going on that i wish you could be a part of with me. I'm getting married this year! I wish you could be here for it. Jake is such an amazing guy. I think you would have liked him. :-) can't wait for you guys to meet one day. You are always in my thoughts. I love you so much!!

August 1, 2013

You popped into my head today. I still remember like it was yesterday. Funny how after all these years, it still doesn't go away. Hoping your still watching over all of us who miss you so.

Christina McVey

April 13, 2013

Thinking about you today kiddo <3

I was given this picture last week by Josh Wessling, It made me smile so I thought I would share it :) (New Orleans, LA)

Lindsey Hardenstine

February 7, 2013

Elaine White

February 6, 2013

You are forever in our hearts!

Christoper McGraner

January 11, 2013

Hey Jeremy,
Got to see Mariah a couple weeks ago man, she's got your smile man. Missed you this year, we all keep getting so spread out but im trying to make it back home this year. That way I'll be able to stop by a little more often. Love you man, looking up.

Kristen McGraner

January 10, 2013

Missing you.

Dave Olson

November 11, 2012

Hey bud, thinking about you.

Daniel Nelson

August 30, 2012

Hey Jmac,
Just found this site I think about you all the time bro. Miss you with all my heart. Even though you were only here for short while you touched my life and I will never forget you. I have been married to Val for 7yrs next month. Its crazy because I can still here your voicemail in my head congratulating me on being engaged. Sydney is huge now already ten yrs old. I remember you playing and babysitter her all the time. She almost died in a car accident last year. They say that she only survived because an angel was watching over her. I know you were that angel. I miss you bro. God speed. Love ya like a brother always.

Marlon Mathis

February 6, 2012

Hey JMac,it has been a wonder wonderful year for me and my wife. We added our first addtion to the fam. A wonderful boy in fact I'm watching him know on the monitor. Today always serves as a day of reflection and celebration. As the day of your passing comes on my mothers birthday. I often think of your geniune personality as I stare at my son and hope that the impression that you have left with me rubs off on him. I know your well up there. Don't hesitate to take a peek in hey n say hello. I miss you J!!

Joy

May 6, 2011

Thank you hub, for my dream hug.

Love, your wife

Kristen McGraner

March 10, 2011

Happy Birthday, Jeremy! I know I’m a day late, but you’ll just have to get over it. ;) You’ve been in my thoughts a lot lately. I wish you were here. I wish you and I would have had a chance to be closer. Or to have those big brother little sister talks. But I’m thrilled that you are partying it up in heaven right now. I just want you to know how much I love you, how much I miss you, and how much I wish you were still here being my big brother….

chris

February 6, 2011

hey man, been a few since we talked. i just wanted to let you know that i miss you like crazy and im gonna keep trying to make you proud.

Rick Swensen

January 30, 2011

Hey Jeremy,

Been almost 5 years coming up that you made the journey upstairs. I can still remember that last night we hung out in Downtown Vacaville and played pool and downed some beers before retiring to Jack in the Crack to prepare for our upcoming hangover...seems just like yesterday. My son Jonah is 7 now and we had a daughter name Julia, you'd love her. Well bro, say hi to my Pop up there. Miss ya brotha. All our best, Rick and Brooke Swensen

kara gaines

January 1, 2011

jermey, its 1/1/11 and you are in my thoughts. i wonder what its like up there, and if you laugh at me being dumb everyday. i miss your laugh. i dont know why today of all days im thinking of you, but i am. i love and miss you tons. give jesus a hug for me peas.

Melinda McGraner

April 21, 2010

It's been a long time since I've written you, bro. Sorry bout that. But I know you hear me talking to you every day. :-) I miss you! At the moment, I'm really feeling it. You are never far from my thoughts, and never out of my heart. I love you!!!

February 6, 2010

Remembering you on this day and always....

Joy

May 28, 2009

Just showin' your guest book some love.
I miss you like crazy!

Joy

May 12, 2009

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3

March 9, 2009

Happy Birthday... in our thoughts forever.

Lindsey Patriani

Jessica

February 6, 2009

Hi Jeremy, its been 4 years. The event still plays in my mind and I still have you in my heart. I still attribute my character to what I learned from you! I eternally thank you for that.

... I wonder how Mariah is doing. I wonder if she has your eyes. She most be a lovely little girl...

Although this day reminds your loved-ones of what we lost, I hope we can all remember what we have gained from having you in our lives!

God Bless you Jeremy! I know you are smiling up there! :)

Marlon Mathis

February 4, 2009

Whats good JMac it has been a while man. From time to time you pop into my mind. As you know we all miss you. I wish there was some type of channel where we could communicate. Everyone that knows has alwalys come out better after wards. You are an excellent friend and I miss you dearly.

cindy barker

January 25, 2009

It been a while since you've been gone, it's been a while since i last saw you. i wish i could see you again but i know it won;t be for a while. The day i see you i am going to give you the biggest hug ever. I miss you so much words cannpt even explain. Have fun up there with all our friends and tell all of them i said hi. Lex peterson, shawn eason, and gary arnold for the most part... Love You Jerm and miss you so much

Joy

January 19, 2009

miss u miss u miss u ... ah ton.

lindsey patriani

November 20, 2008

hey you... I'm sitting here in Germany doing homework at midnight and a starting thinking about you. Kara is stationed in Italy now and i should be meeting up with her in Switzerland in the morning. We always remember you when we are together and we miss you so this is my closes way of telling you...
Love Always,
Lindsey

Joy Lopez-McGraner

November 18, 2008

Wish you were here right now.
<3

Kristen McGraner

October 10, 2008

I miss you Jeremy!

Lindsey Patriani

August 19, 2008

I flew a mission this week from Afganistan bringing patients/troops home. We ended up flying from Germany to Andrews, to San Antonio, and then to Travis. I always think of you every time I'm there. We drove by your old dorm, and i could see the radar that you used to work on...I still miss you and like always I will keep your memory in my heart.

Joy Lopez-McGraner

August 17, 2008

Thinking of you...

Joy Lopez-McGraner

June 23, 2008

jeremy,

i love you. i miss you.
you're in my thoughts and heart always. but i miss you so much right now that... i feel like running... running to where ever you are... even though we all know i hate running. lol. i'm hoping for another dream date soon. ;-)

going to see fam in ohio next week. :-) i'll miss you even more...
be with us love.

okalie dokalie. see you later babe.
<3 you always.
~xox~

Cindy Barker

June 21, 2008

Jeremy, It's been a while since I talked to you. Ashley is getting ready to have the baby. She is naming her Makilah Jane. I know you will look over her and also the rest of us. Tell Shawn I said HI!! I miss all of you guys. I can't beleive it been 3 years. The last time I seen you, you was on leave, and Mariah was just born.(that was a while ago) You had come home after that but I was unable to see you. I wish I would have but thing happen for a reason. You should have packed me & Ash in your suitcase and taken us with you like you wanted to !!!! I MISS & LOVE YOU JERM... UNTIL THE DAY WE MEET AGAIN

Christy Chapman

April 2, 2008

I think about you all the time. I have an airman who looks almost exactly like you, with that big, bright smile...it gives me the warm fuzzies everytime I see him and see you in him.

lindsey patriani

March 10, 2008

I couldn't get to a computer yesterday but i just wanted to tell you happy birthday and i still miss you.

Joy Lopez-McGraner

March 10, 2008

how about that dream i had last night that you came back to life in physical form! so vivid and slightly cruel yet so nice to see you again. happy birthday jeremy.

California Family

March 9, 2008

We are thinking of you more today than ever. 26 years ago, you entered the world...and what a blessing you were to your momma, daddy and the rest of your family.

Diem Huynh

February 6, 2008

I Miss you, especially today.

Tim Barker

February 6, 2008

Jeremy its been three years man its hiting me like a ton of breaks today. The same as it did when i first heard the news. I love you man. Lilly turned one last week i wish you could be here she is getting so big. She is walking really well man. I miss you so much man

Joy Lopez-McGraner

February 5, 2008

Another year gone by. Still feels like the first. I miss you...
I'm hoping you'll make an appearance in my dreams again... some time soon...

Melinda McGraner

February 9, 2007

Jeremy,
I still miss you. That will never change. You are apart of me; a part of me that will never die. As the second year without you ends and the third begins, I realize that I was not without you at all. You are here with me, in my heart and soul. And even a part of you has made it into my spirit. You are looking over me, I can feel it. I want you know, that you are my inspiration, in my writing and everything else that I do. I don't know what else to say, except that I love you. I will never forget you, ever.
Love,
Your Little Sis,
Melinda

Elaine Lopez-White

February 6, 2007

2 years later and many still ask themselves why you and why on that day in Feb 2005. If we all just looked deep into our souls we might find the answers. It might not make any sense to us, but there is a reason we come into the world and leave the world when we do. As heart breaking as it is when someone we love leaves us, we must live on with only memories in our minds and in our hearts. Our family doesn’t have many memories of you since we only began to know you a few months prior; but those memories will last us a life time. Since you have been gone we got to know your family, and what a loving family they are. Just as you described. Having Mariah in our home last summer was a gift in itself and conversing via email almost daily with Kristen is something I look forward to all the time. Your family sent us some Christmas flowers this past year so I rushed to take a picture because like all precious gifts put on earth by God, flowers do not live forever.
I am sure you know by now but Buhbah died almost 2 years after he first disappeared then showed up again shortly before your accident. Joy is starting to feel as if she is losing things that linked her to you. Like that futon of yours, Joy won’t get rid of it. It was literally holding on by its last screw; even though Dennis fixed the frame, the mattress is almost flat. Joy said if she got rid of the mattress then she would be getting rid of a part of you. I guess I can understand how she is feeling. She has a lot going for her though, it is just to bad that there is so much distance between the McGraners and Lopez family. You would be proud of her, she has grown into a mighty strong, self reliant young women. She still has her bad days; you know those days I'm talking about, but she picks herself back up and continues on living.
Thank you Jeremy for being in our lives although it was to short. There was a reason you came into our lives when you did and probably an even greater reason that you left us 2 years ago. Perhaps some of us have become stronger, more loving, more forgiving and most of all we do not waste one precious day on sweating the small stuff.
I know you have been looking down on us because there were times I prayed for strength; and when I got strength so quickly, I knew you had to be behind the reason I was able to continue on with whatever was troubling me.
Until we meet again…..

Jessica Roberts

June 19, 2006

Jeremy, I was at your grave Friday with my daughter. I still can't believe your gone. It was very hard being there, but hard to leave too. I love that your picture is on the head stone. My daughter (Hallie) said she remembers you. I told her all about you and your family and how you were the one who got me going to church when I was younger. Now we go to church regularly. Thank you for showing me that way of life. I know for sure now that I will get to see you again someday.

You will always be in my heart Jeremy. See ya Friday! Jessica

lindsey patriani

February 8, 2006

I still miss you as much as i did a year ago. Nothing has faded, I can still see the sparkle in your eyes and hear you goofy laugh, :) Miss you ger me.

Elaine White

February 6, 2006

A year ago Feb 6th was Super Bowl Sunday to most people, but to those who knew you, it was a day that forced us to remember that life is a precious gift. That was the day that you, Jeremy Lee McGraner, took that blessed journey to a place called heaven.

Life for many of us has been very different ever since. We miss you and cry when that pain in our hearts won't go away but when the pain stops for a moment we smile again. We smile because we can see your smile, we laugh because we can hear your laugh and we love because we can "feel" your love. Today I am home, no I did not go to work because I decided to dedicate this day to you. On this day and every year after, I will do something that reminds me of how precious life is. It isn't going to work or doing housework or watching TV, it is remembering and feeling love...and today what better way to do just that but to devote time to my scrap book. Putting smiles together in a book or frame is comforting. And while I am doing this, I will laugh, smile and perhaps shed a few tears.

No I will not only do this very thing once a year, I will do this at least once a week. The best part is, I will never forget to tell those that I love what they mean to me. You did this for me; I wanted to thank you for opening my heart so that I appreciate even more, the love that is all around me. Until we meet again...Elaine

Elaine White

January 3, 2006

A year ago yesterday I read a very touching email from you and in that email you stated that it would not be the last....sigh...it was the last. 2005 was a pretty tough year for many of us but some wonderful things did happen. Alot of bonding took place between the Lopez and McGraner families, Mariah is growing up and seems to be doing fine; afterall, she is surrounded by a lot of love. And I think we all learned to live life to the fullest.

Thank you so much for being a part of our lives, although it was short, I am so blessed to have known you.

Until we meet again.

lindsey patriani

May 13, 2005

How do I say goodbye when I don’t know how or when I don’t want to . It has been well over three months since Jeremy passed away and I still tremble at this reality. We all loved him, we always will. He was the most amazing person I’ve ever known. I am lucky that god blessed me with even having him a part of my life as long as I did.

I miss him; I miss his smile, his laugh. and most of all I miss his his calming voice. Jeremy was my best friend, he also was my longest and most valued relationship. I met Jeremy at tech school at keesler AFB where I had the privilege of becoming very close with him. Ten months later he went to Travis and I moved to Hawaii, we always stayed close though, that is way it took me so long to even write this farewell.

He will always, and I mean always be in my heart and in thoughts for as long as I live.

Love Always,

Lindsey Patriani

P.S. I will always think of you mac and cheese ;)

Joshua Lopez

March 16, 2005

Jeremy, i enjoyed having Thanksgiving 2004 with you, you really know how to clean up the house after that humongous feast that we so prayed upon very nicely. Thank You for loving my sister Joy!!! We love and miss you bud!!!

Our memories of your smile will keep us smiling.

Joy Lopez-McGraner

March 15, 2005

What can I type that can express what I truly feel? Nothing! This is why I didn't post anything before... I couldn't put words together that came even a little close to what I would like to share. *Sigh* I really... *sigh* I just can't sum up in a little paragraph. Okay try...
To family and friends, I want to thank you all for being so supportive... for being there. Jeremy would be happy to see that we are all leaning on each other for comfort. You know I think we all have realized that we were all his "best friend"... haha... He just had this way... this way of being so empathetic, so caring, when he talked to you he made you feel like you were the only person in the world. I think this was one (ONE) of the most beautiful things about him. At first some of us felt jealousy... like, "What you were his best friend too??? He dated you too??? He told you that you were like his brother too???" Lol. But when you stop to think about it... it's not something to be jealous about. He had this... this thing that most people don't have. Such a big heart. Willingness... to go that extra mile... to listen, to be there, to comfort, willingness and desire to connect. I can only pray that he rubbed off on everyone he came in contact with. Most people aren't this loving... we need to be. We need to try to understand if we don't at first. We need to not judge. This was Jeremy... although he wasn't perfect - his heart was pretty darn close. His intentions were always good. Some times he didn't think things through... but it was mostly because he lived for the moment... when he was with you... you had all his attention. ... Jeremy... Jeremy... I love you... I always have... and I always will. I used to be such a standoffish person and you taught me so much. You showed me how to love... how to go that extra mile... how to care about people... and not be self centered.
Jeremy, I feel like you're just away right now but that you will walk in any second now... kiss my cheek... and put the covers on me... and I'll just pretent I'm sleeping... This doesn't happen anymore... Only in my dreams when I really am sleeping. You will never walk through that door again but you know what I can't be selfish... I don't understand it Jeremy... I don't but I will try to. Everything happens for a reason and I will trust God... I just wish... hope... and pray that you can look down on us... and if not...then all we can do is wait until we meet again... in heaven. Until then my love, I will see you in my dreams okay. We can do whatever we want there. We can go where ever we want. No one can take you from us. You will always be apart of us. You will always live in our thoughts and hearts. Jeremy, I miss you... Right now... we are all having hard times... most of us feel like we are falling apart... I know I feel that way. Although it's hard now... I know it will be okay. *sigh* Jeremy... we all know that you loved us... we have many memories to reassure us. But Mariah... she is so young. I want her to grow up and know that her daddy loved her with all he had... and even though he had enough love in him to share with so many people... his heart belonged to her. I want her to know her daddy is up there being her guardian angel. God, God... please let him be her guardian angel. Please let her grow up knowing her daddy still wants to take care of her. Please... God. That's all I ask is that somehow Mariah gets to feel the joy that we all felt because of him. She's so young now... but somehow please let give her the same kind of love... Jeremy, we love you... (I obviously can go on and on... but I guess I must start to close this)...Jeremy... you were so young... but it's okay because you accomplished so much... you touched so many lives... more than most... It was God's will... for you to impact so many lives... and you did... you are...

Julie Nguyen

March 12, 2005

Although this guestbook is closing, I felt compelled to share how wonderful a person Jeremy was to me. He came into my life for only a few short months and within that time, I've learned from him how to be a better friend, sibling, daughter.. an overall person.

Jeremy, I'll never understand why you left us but I'm truly grateful that I had the honor of being your friend. Thank you for the talks, the laughs, the advice, the pure honesty, the selflessness that is you, the willingness to always help in any way you could. Through a chance meeting, we were able to cross paths and I just can't imagine that you're not going to walk through that door, plop down on the couch and say "what's up girl" with that smirk of yours.

In the days that pass, know that you're always in my thoughts and will never be forgotten. In the meanwhile, I know you're watching over us and will meet again. I love you and will have nothing but the sweetest memories of you.

Beth Campbell

March 3, 2005

To Jeremy (my other son),

Your loss has touched even the simple things in our lives with the memories you left for us. When the weather turns hot, I'll remember you coming to our home dripping sweat from when you worked at Scarfs. And when I read Proverbs I'll smile and remember it was your favorite. But right now all I can do is cry because it just doesn't seem fair. Thank you for the friendship you gave to the Barker Boys. And thank you for the visits when you shared the stories of your new life with the USAF and the pictures and stories of Mariah. What a beautiful daughter you have but then she'd have to be because her daddy is an angel. I was and remain sooooo PROUD of you. The kind of man you were was nothing short of exemplary and I salute YOU.

Your Other Enon Mom

LT Beth Campbell

U.S.Naval Reserve Nurse Corps Ret.

To Jeremy's Family & Friends,

I guess like everyone else who has written in, I just want to tell you how blessed I was in being part of his life even for a short few years. Your son touched the lives of soooooo many people both near and far in big and small ways. My heart felt sympathy is with you all. Peace Be With You

Love,

Beth A. Campbell

(Bryan & Tim Barker's mom)

Enon Ohio

jason williams

March 3, 2005

Jeremy was one of the most honest and trustworthy people i have ever met.The best of a friend.I am happy to have been one of Jeremys good friends

Tim Barker

March 3, 2005

Im not really sure where to start. Most of all to Mr and Mrs McGraner your son and your family are above most all that have ever meet and i am am so sorry for your great lose. I will never forget one of the first times i had ever hung out with "Perm" was the day after thanksgiveing when i came to your house and i was treated like family, in a house that was filled with happiness. Thank you so much and im so sorry.

And to you Perm what can say your the best freind i ever had and ill never forget the great time we shared. I love you Bro. I see you later.

Christiana Lee

March 2, 2005

There are no words that could give justice to the amazing person Jeremy was and what he meant to everyone.. Jeremy was as perfect as anyone could possibly be and could never be replaced.

My Jer:

I just cant put into words how much I miss you. I hope everyday, you feel extremely loved and missed by everyone cause life just isnt as sweet without you here with us. You always asked me to run to you first whenever I had a problem. Now, Im faced with one of the greatest pains of my life and you’re not here to make everything better for me like you always used to... But I know that even though I cant see you and hear your voice anymore, you’re still by my side. I know that even in heaven, you're still taking care of everyone you loved and cared for first... You're more than just a sweet memory to everyone and you will never be forgotten.. I promise.

"YOU were the greatest Jer,not me."

Because the guestbook will be closed in a month, there will be a website in memory of Jeremy where family and friends can continue to post their thoughts and photos. It will be finished shortly.

Bryan Barker

March 1, 2005

After Jeremy(Perm) left for the Air Force I deffinetly did not see him as much as I once did when he showed up at my moms house two maybe even three times a day. When Jeremy met up with the Enon boys he was in a phase. Aphase of his life as well as phase in mine where we were trying to figure out life, and how we would still one day meet up on our front porches when we're fifty and talk about the good ol' days. As you all are fully aware this was a larger than life young man who will not ever be forgotten.

Mr. and Mrs. Mcgraner you folks have raised the best son a parent could have asked for friendly, religious, caring, and by far one of the best friends I've ever had. Thank You and I will be praying for your family and for Jeremy.

Bryan

Jeremy as for you my friend the talks when we're 50 it's a crying shame. Someday before we even know it we'll meet again and until that time i will take on the mindset WWJD

(What Would Jeremy Do) HaHa I love you man

adam spears

February 25, 2005

Jeremy and I worked together in the same shop. He was my mentor when I arrived at Travis teaching me the ropes of my new job. Jeremy taught me much more than just how to work on a radar, he showed me what a true friend is all about. He attracted people to him effortlessly and no matter how many friends he had you always knew you were special to him. You will be deeply missed and never forgotton.

Chris Kiser

February 22, 2005

To Jeremy's parents:

Your son was the coolest guy that anyone could have ever befriended. He was a well-rounded youg man who knew where he was going in life. You should be very proud of the man that he was. I never spoke to Jeremy after tech school at Keesler, and for that I am a fool. I lost total contact with one of the greatest people I could have ever known. Thank you for blessing my life with such a great person.

To Jeremy:

I never thought that I would have to tell you goodbye again. But this time, there are no more hellos. I will forever miss you man. Be peaceful Jeremy and go easy partner. I love you man.

Ginger Warner

February 20, 2005

I really don't know how to put into words the best way to describe such a wonderful person. To all who knew him and to all his family and friends I send my deepest sympathies. To say that he is a great person would be an understatement. I have never met someone who never got tired of smiling when I ran into them until I met Jeremy. I will never forget the short time we knew each other because it is cherished so deeply in my memories.

Amber Stanley

February 20, 2005

After hearing the news about Jeremy I was saddened to realize what a wonderful young man we had lost. He was such a great person. I remember his smile and laugh and the wonderful time I had being around him. He made everyone feel special, and he never left anyone out of the fun he was having. I will truly miss this great young man. I pray that God gives his parents, his wife, his daughter, his family and friends peace and that He helps them through this devastating tragedy. I know Jeremy is in Heaven looking down on us now, and one day we will see him again as we too walk through the pearly gates into the Kingdom of Heaven.

Katie Hunter

February 18, 2005

I am very sorry for your loss and you will continue to be in my prayers. Jeremy was like a brother to me all throughout our time at Keesler for tech school and after that as we parted. He always had the right thing to say to me and knew exactly what needed to be said to make me feel the best. I am going to miss you Jeremy, your eyes, your smile and your perfect laugh. I love you kiddo and I am going to miss you forever. Thanks for everything you did hon, you had a huge impact in my life. I love you and I will forever remember you when I sing the capitol song. ;) Thanks again hon for coming into my life.

Elaine Lopez-White

February 17, 2005

Jerry and Kathie - I know that you know how much I truly loved Jeremy. From the moment I first saw him I knew he was special. I only wished we were able to spend more time with him. One wonderful memory I have of him is when I bought him and Joy their patio chairs. They used to sit on the floor when they were outside and I couldn't have my kids doing that, the ground was cold & dirty. So I bought them these simple looking chairs. The look on his face when we showed him the chairs was like a child at Christmas. I will never forget his smile or the hug he gave me that day in September.

I'm going to miss talking to him when I call the apt,I'm going to miss his emails, and I'm going to miss that cute laugh of his.

You raised a wonderful son; thank you for sharing him with us.

Myrna Worth

February 17, 2005

I have learned from my son, Derek, who is also stationed at Travis AFB about Jeremy's death. Derek was distraught about the news. He shared with me his thoughts and feelings about losing Jeremy and how much he (Jeremy) would be missed. I would like to send my deepest sympathy to his parents, brothers and sisters, and most importantly to his wife and daughter, and would like to share words of comfort.

"You can shed tears that he is gone or you can smile because he has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back or you can open your eyes and see all he has left." And yes, we will see him again soon. The Lord's return is near.

Kara Gaines

February 17, 2005

wow, life is short eh? i met jeremy at tech school, and since then have kept in contact with him over the year plus. jeremy would go to my house on long weekends, at the fish camp. he was such a country boy at heart, though he tried to look "city-fied"

no one will ever forget jeremys heart eyes or smile. that is the one thing i keep remembering, besides his goofy laugh of course. when he looked at someone he cared about, he didn't just look at their eyes, he went further then that and looked at their soul. if i learned anything from him it was the ability to forgive when wronged by someone.

i know he is an angel right now looking upon us all and smiling.

my thoughts are with everyone who knew him. he will be greatly missed. we can all know we will see him in the future, i am sure he will be holding the gates wide open for us, and waiting to gives us a hug.

SrA Jeremy Lee McGraner

February 16, 2005

Jerry & Kathie McGraner

February 16, 2005

To Our Son Jeremy:

You brought much love, joy, and laughter into our home and our lives. While the seas we sailed together were not always smooth, the love that we have for you was always strong and steady. We were so blessed that our Lord entrusted you to us, to prepare you to be the wonderful man you became. We know that you are resting at the foot of our Savior's throne. It is what helps give us peace in this time of great loss. We know that we will be together again on that golden shore. We love you and miss you. Dad and Mama

To Jeremy's friends:

We thank you all for your prayers and concern for our family. Jeremy has 2 brothers and 3 sisters that also miss their brother very much. While the Lord can give peace during this time, we still ache for his presence. Only God's grace and the prayers of His people have sustained us. You meant so much to Jeremy; that is why you mean so much to us. We will continue to pray for you, that the Lord will comfort your hearts, as He has ours. And with Christ as our Savior, we will all be together with Jeremy again. Our love and prayers are with you all.

Renee Champagne

February 16, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss, and will keep your family in my prayers and thoughts. Jeremy was a special person, and I'm glad to have had a chance to meet him and spend time with him. I will forever remember his bright, smiling face and shining sense of humor. It was a real pleasure having him in our home during the two weeks of Mardi Gras; and his banana pancakes were awesome every morning (Jeremy shared with me his secret for perfect pancakes - coating the bananas with sugar and cinnamon before adding them to the pancake batter!). For both my son, Ryan Chriss, and myself, thank you for raising a wonderful young man. He will be missed, but always remembered fondly. God bless you.

Love, Renee and Ryan

Brooke Swensen

February 16, 2005

We will deeply miss Jeremy. He was a awesome neighbor to us and a even better friend. He would do any thing for anybody and was always so very helpful. I want to thank his parents for raising such a awesome young man, who touched so many peoples lives and who faught for our country. May the Lord bless you through this time of Loss. We will always remember Jeremy in our hearts.

God Bless

Rick Brooke and Jonah Swensen

Susan Dodson

February 15, 2005

Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your family. Jeremy and I were always fighting, harrassing each other and laughing together as well as having "serious talks." I look forward to seeing him again in Heaven. I am praying for all of you that God will give you the comfort you need and that He will bring good out of this trial. I love you all.

christopher mishler

February 15, 2005

Jeremy was one of the best men I knew there for anybody anytime. I know he was there for me when I needed him the most. Truly a great man will be missed. With much love to the family for the loss he will not be forgotten and will live on in our hearts and our minds.

Neal Grimm

February 15, 2005

Jeremy was a great friend and a tremendous person. That statement can be attested by anyone who was lucky enough to come in contact with him, for he left a lasting impression on everyone. He possessed every quality a close friend should have. Jeremy was always unselfish, ever-reliable, outgoing, open-minded, caring, genuine, funny, and trustworthy. When describing him with these character traits I can say honestly that he was simply being himself. It is all too common these days for people to put on a front or a mask that hides who they truly are, that was never the case with him. What you saw on the surface is exactly what you saw in the heart. In talking with friends about his passing I would always describe Jeremy with this simple quote: “Jeremy didn’t have to try to be what most people have to work hard at becoming, he was genuine and I will never forget him.” When I pray, I thank God for putting a person like Jeremy in my life.

I give my deepest condolences to the entire McGraner family and heartfelt thanks for raising such a great person.

I miss you Jmac….

Shirley & Sharon McGraner

February 15, 2005

Jerry and Kathie - Our heart-felt sympathies in the loss of your son. We pray for God's peace and love to comfort you and your family.

Joseph Chaney

February 15, 2005

You will be missed dearly, but we will always remember you. May you rest upon the throne with the Lord and some day we will meet again. It was great while you was here. Rest In Peace man.

Amy Gann

February 15, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with Jeremy's family and friends. Jeremy and I became good friends in Tech. School. He was a dear friend and I will always remember him. Words can not express how much he will be missed.

Greg and Lynne Gaines

February 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jeremy's family. We enjoyed getting to know him while he was at Tech School at Keesler. He was one of 8-10 airmen who would come for the weekend to the camp with our daughter, Kara. We enjoyed visiting with him last month when he came for the afternoon to visit. We are thankful we knew Jeremy and will always remember his smile.

Pedro DaSilva

February 14, 2005

I knew Jeremy only for a short time but he left an impression that will not be forgotten.

Jeremy always had a smile and left a bit of sunshine with everyone he touched. My sypathy to the McGraner family.

Derek Worth

February 14, 2005

Jeremy was one of the first people I met when I got to my first duty station here at Travis and while not knowing anyone, he welcomed me and showed me around. He was always upbeat and caring. I will surely miss seeing him around the shop.

Christy Chapman

February 14, 2005

Jeremy is one of the kindest people that I have ever met. He was always smiling and he never had a negative thing to say about anyone. He was an extraordinary friend to me, he was ALWAYS there when I needed someone. We had many good times and many great heart to heart talks and he will forever be missed.

Sonya Horn

February 14, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this time of sorrow. Jeremy was in our flight and will be truly missed. I will remember him as I always saw him, smiling. God bless.

David Olson

February 14, 2005

My deepest sympathies go out to all of Jeremy’s family and friends. My first memory of Jeremy was the night I picked him up from the airport when he transferred to Travis AFB. I had no idea what he looked like so I had to call his mother to find out. After about 45 minutes of looking, I saw someone with a “high-n-tight” sitting on a bench with a look on his face of uncertainty. He was probably thinking, “Did they forget about me”? Jeremy touched so many people’s lives in different ways. To me, he was a co-worker and a dear friend with a big heart. He was somebody I could talk to about anything, someone who listened and always offered a helping hand whenever I needed it. So the answer is no, no one could ever forget him.

CARLOS & ALISHA ASHLEY

February 14, 2005

We both are very sorry for McGraner's passing. He was a great friend to the both of us. We love him very much and he will always be with us in our hearts. Thank you for raising such a great son it was a pleasure being his friend. We love man and we will always keep your memory alive.

Kirk Vanderpool

February 14, 2005

Words cannot begin to describe the untimely loss of this unselfish young man. He was close to all those in his work center. It is still very hard to see his empty desk every morning when we come in to work. I wish the best for his family, wife and daughter. He will be greatly missed.

Jonise McAllister

February 14, 2005

I am really sorry about the lost of Jeremy. He left behind many friends and loved ones. I'm Praying for his family, and that God's blessing showers them and keeps them safe during thier time of grief.

Sandy Bates

February 13, 2005

I'm really, really sorry about Jeremy's untimely passing. Jeremy is one of the kindest people I have ever met. He was a great friend, and I am really sorry for all the family and friends he left behind. God Bless all of you.

Monica Timbresa

February 13, 2005

My sympathies are with you all. I was deeply saddend when I heard the news. I knew Jeremy from Travis AFB, we were in the same squadron and were also friends. I last saw him smiling and waving hello to me as I passed him in the hall at work. Jeremy was a great guy and I will never forget him. All my heart!~Monica

Maggie Bollar

February 13, 2005

Kristin, Melinda, and Jonathan had told me so much about Jeremy. His commitment to his country, which extended to VOLUNTEERING to serve in Afghanistan, amazed me. I admired him so much and wish I had been able to meet him.

Sending thoughts of love and comfort, and thinking of you all,

Maggie Bollar

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