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Tyler Graham Obituary

Tyler Orion Graham IRMO - Tyler Orion Graham, age 22, went to be with the Lord, Saturday June 23rd 2012. Tyler was born January 6, 1990 to David P. and Patricia A. (Etzkorn) Graham in Columbia, South Carolina. A 2008 graduate of Dutch Fork High School, Tyler participated in swimming from the time he was a young boy through high school. Being outdoors, playing hoops, listening to music and spending time with friends, family and his dog, Hulk were the things Tyler loved most. A Celebration of Tyler Graham's life will be held at the East Lake Community Church, 10057 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC at 5:00 p.m. Friday June 29th, 2012. Visitation for all friends and family will be held immediately following the memorial. Surviving with his parents are his treasured brothers McKinley and Connor Graham in Irmo, SC., Grandparents: Opal A. Graham of Tipton, Indiana, Robert (wife Opal) Graham of Tipton, Indiana, and Janet Etzkorn of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Aunts: Tammy Graham of Avon, Indiana and Jane (husband Steve) Hee of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Uncles: John (wife Carolle) Graham of Tipton, Indiana and Rodney (wife Amy) Graham of Carmel, Indiana. Special cousins: Walter, Holden Simon and Payton of Carmel, Indiana Sergey Solagayan of Russia and Oksana Girs of Ukraine; his godmother, Marlene Russell of Indiana along with many great aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A Memorial Fund for Tyler Graham has been set up through East Lake Community Church, 10057 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC 29063. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the church with a designation of "Tyler Graham Memorial Fund." Expressions of sympathy for the Graham family may be left online at www.southcarolinacremation.com.

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Published by The State on Jun. 28, 2012.

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Sondra and Rick Suarez

June 29, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Sondra and Rick Suarez

June 29, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Kymberlee Byrd

June 29, 2012

Words can't express how sincerely sorry I am. Tyler was the nicest person I ever met. He always was so pleasant and in all my years of knowing him I never saw him get angry or be mean to anyone. I pray that God will be with your family during this time an all the years after. I pray for peace that surpasses all understanding for each and everyone of you. God Bless you all.

Dutch Fork High c/o 2008

Kim Ames

June 28, 2012

David and Patty,

There are no words to express my deepest sorrow for you and the boys. Tyler was a very special young man. Always quiet, and always respectful and with such a sweet spirit. The countless basketball games as he and Ryan were growing up, were some of the best times. I can't imagine what you are feeling, but know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers and that Tyler will never forgotten. May the peace of our Heavenly Father, that surpasses all understanding, be yours now and in the months and years to come.

Michael and Nancy James

June 28, 2012

We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God make His presence and comfort known to you in this difficult time.

Cherub Hutto

June 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

Jordan Cockrell-Y swim team

Cherub Hutto

Amy Ruple

June 28, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family!
Amy (Long) Ruple
Columbia College class of 2008

Helen Livingston

June 28, 2012

May God Bless You & Your family during this difficult time and the many who knew and loved Tyler.

Brandon Livingston DFH class of 2008
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Helen Livingston and Family
Chapin, South Carolina

Helen Livingston

June 28, 2012

May God Bless You & Your family during this difficult time and the many who knew and loved Tyler.

Brandon Livingston DFH class of 2008

Lucy Sipes

June 28, 2012

My prayers, thoughts and heart are with you Patty and David...I know exactly how you feel. John 16:22 "Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy."

Justine Zipp

June 28, 2012

You will always be remembered. I love you so much Tyler and wish you were still here!!

Patricia Salyer

June 28, 2012

A sweet and loving soul that will be missed more than he would ever have thought.

Mike MacDougall

June 28, 2012

Heartbroken to hear of Tyler. I'll always remember his smile and laughter. Such a kind gentle soul. Our thoughts and pryaers for all.

Rhonda Raven

June 28, 2012

Many thoughts and prayers for everyone who knew and loved Tyler during this time of grief.

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