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Daryl Graves Obituary

GRAVES Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com Daryl E. Graves Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 7, 2014 in Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church 1118 West Beaver Street, Pastor H. B. Charles. A special memorial viewing will be held on Monday, February 10, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Master s Touch Ministry, 4510 Soutel Drive for visitors and friends. He is survived by a loving mother, Gwendolyn Richardson (JAX); grandfather Ralph Graves (STP); father, Alphonso Harper (STL); son Daryl E. Graves Jr. (JAX); sisters, Darlene Stewart (Terre Haute, Ind.) and Nicole Richardson (JAX); brothers, Derrick Wilkes and James Richardson (JAX); other relatives and friends.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Feb. 6, 2014.

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Lisa Green

January 31, 2026

So sorry for your loss

Rometa Hay

February 1, 2023

Daryl you are still missed. Was sadden to hear of your passing. I will for ever hold I´ll friendship deeply in my heart.

May 22, 2019

I am so very sorry for your loss. God shares your grief and wants to comfort you and all those who are mourning for this precious family member. Isaiah 57:18

Russell Lucas

March 11, 2014

Daryl, your family can find comfort knowing you are in a better place.
Daryl is still the best running back NW and Raines ever had!

Sonya Warrick-Holmes

February 27, 2014

My prayers go up for the Graves family. RIP my friend from school (Northwestern Jr Hi & Raines High (c/o 1984).

jax girl

February 16, 2014

Sorry for your loss

Lisa Green

February 15, 2014

Sorry for your lost.

Tommy Bridgewater

February 10, 2014

I've known you since you were a Ribault Rattler. R.I.P. my brother.

Patrice Armstead

February 9, 2014

RIP Classmate c/o 83

Allison Wilson

February 9, 2014

I'm sorry of the demise of Daryl Graves. He will be truly loved and missed. The Wilson and the Graves family had a great relationship in the Shiloh church back in the 70's that was made possible through the connection of Mrs. Francis Graves and my mother (Mrs. Minnie Bowen) and my father (Deacon Kenneth Wilson)that is where the bond began. So, my prays are with you, Allison P. Wilson. If you would like to reach out to me further you can contact me @ 215-833-7700.

February 9, 2014

kenneth dixon sorry to here that he will be miss n i heart.

KATHY COFIELD-JONES

February 8, 2014

so sorry to hear of his passing.fond memories and smiles accompany my sincere regret, RIP. SCSU 81'

The Dillard-Graves-Johnson Family

February 8, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Be at peace trusting and believing that he is in a good place.

Andrea Jackson-Anderson

February 8, 2014

To the Graves Family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Daryl. He was such an awesome friend and schoolmate. He will be forever missed, the Jackson Family on Lockhart Dr.
Andrea (Necey) Jackson-Anderson C/O 84

Ricky Perry

February 8, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the family for their untimely lost. Our prayers are with you all. Please read 'The Psalm Of Life' Henry Wadsworth Longfellow will give you additional comfort..... Debra Robinson
c/o '83 - Ricky Perry c/o '84 & Annene Perry-Joyce c/o '85 William Raines

Marva Young-Watkins

February 8, 2014

Daryl was a great friend from elementary to High School. I will truly miss you and cherish all the days we had in school together. Love and sympathy to the Graves Family...

February 7, 2014

From: The Hampton Family of Belafonte Drive. (JohnnieMae, Kelvin,Velma,Janet& Loraine). We offer The Graves Family our CONDOLENCES

Kimberly Williams-Hamilton

February 7, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of the death of my classmate Mr. Daryl Graves (Northwestern Jr/Raines High). It's hard to understand why people are taken from us,but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life. When the Lord calls our loved ones home,He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. Praying that God will comfort your hearts,uplift your spirits during this sad time. Caring thoughts are with you and the family now and the days to come.

(Raines c/o'84)

Nate Turner

February 7, 2014

R.I.P... My deepest sympathy to the family in your time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Carla Thomas

February 7, 2014

Rip my classmate.

Madeline Britton-Rivers

February 7, 2014

My prayers to the family, Our hearts are heavy with the passing of Darryl, we will miss you RIP Darryl Graves. C/O 84

Samuel Prater

February 7, 2014

My sympathy and prayers go out to the family...

Ralph & Helema Kelly

February 7, 2014

Our family send our love and prayers to you during your sadden times.

Purnell Harris

February 7, 2014

I will always love you and cherish all the memories that we shared.

Alice Dallas-White

February 7, 2014

I haven't seen Daryl since our Northwestern days, but he was always such a cool guy. My condolences to the family. God Bless as I know he will be truly missed.

B. Denise Hunt

February 7, 2014

I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my former husband and love..He was a special man with a huge heart and a warm smile..I will always hold a special place in my heart for him..May God bless and comfort his family during this tremendous loss

February 7, 2014

My condolences to the Graves family for your loss.

My name is Jim and I'm a reporter for the Times-Union. We noticed a great number of views of Mr. Graves' obituary that ran in our newspaper. I would most appreciate anyone contacting me with information about Mr. Graves that would warrant a news story. Thanks so much.

You can email me at [email protected] or call my cell at 904-338-1609

Theodore Johnson

February 7, 2014

Believe in prayer. It's the best way we have to draw strength from heaven.

Cynthia & Vincent Gainer

February 7, 2014

May you take comfort in knowing that Daryl will forever be A part of your life because you will forever carry them in your heart... May God Bless this family as they Journey And May Daryl watch over you until you are Reunited with him.

William J. McCray MSW(R)

February 7, 2014

May God keep his family and child encouraged for Daryl lived life to the fullest this viking will be surely missed may God bless his soul

Lyndon and Debbie Townsend

February 6, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nina Davenport

February 6, 2014

May God bless and comfort the family during this difficult time. RIP Daryl, you will always be remembered.

William Raines c/o 82

Tonya Jackson

February 6, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family. R.I.P.

Andrea "Cookie" Troutman (Smith)

February 6, 2014

My prayers go out to the Graves family. Darryl was one of my good friends in high school. I will forever cherish his memory. RIP Daryl! Raines Vikings C/O 83

Dee Dixon

February 6, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Dee Dunn Dixon Wm. Raines c/o 84

Tameka Glenn

February 6, 2014

To the Graves Family
I want to express my deepest condolences on your loss. Mr. Graves and my father(Gregory Adams Sr.)were close childhood friends. He will truly be missed by many. May God bless you all. Rest in peace Mr. Graves

February 6, 2014

I'am sorry for your lost.May GOD bless your family in this time of sorry. Rhonda Peterson And Family

February 6, 2014

Daryl you will be truly missed. You were like a brother. May God be with the Graves family. Your lost is deeply felt by many. God bless you all and may you find comfort and peace.
- Victor Simpkins

Avery Scott

February 6, 2014

May God comfort the family during this time of sorrow.

Joan Nickerson

February 6, 2014

To The Graves Family,extending deepest sympathy for you and your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you.

Mary Robinson

February 6, 2014

RIP... He is resting in God arm sorry to the family God will be your comfort!

Joshlun Nickerson Dixon

February 6, 2014

You will be missed my fellow SCSU friend.

Bruce Robinson

February 6, 2014

Daryl I'm sadden to hear of your death, may God be with your family during this time of sorrow. RIP

Linda Edwards Walker

February 6, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

February 6, 2014

May God comfort the family during this sorrowful time.

Ronnie Sibley

February 6, 2014

you will be missed my brother. rest in peace my friend. and my blessings to your family

Cheryl Coleman Griffin

February 6, 2014

Prayers and Condolences go out to the family of a fellow SCSU Bulldog. May God continue to Bless your family and know he will be with you.

Jacquelyn Schell

February 6, 2014

To The Graves Family I want to express comforting words to you. I know how it feels to go through the death of a loved one. Just know that God is with you while you are going through this most difficult time.
Please depend on him and you will be okay.

Jacquelyn Schell

February 6, 2014

My condolences to the Graves family. I know personally, how hard it is to loose someone very dear to your hearts, but God has a better plan for all of us, and one day, we will all have to do the same as Daryl....go meet our Saviour. Stay strong, that is what


Daryl would want the family to do.

Lynda Richardson

Derrall Tutson

February 6, 2014

My condolences to the Graves family,we played together at Northwestern and classmate at Raines c/o 83

February 6, 2014

Sympathy and Love to the family & Al Harper, Myra, Chiquita, Michael & Bertrand Guyton, Atl., Ga.

Steve Whiting

February 6, 2014

Good Bless the Graves family.

Steve Whiting

Temple Edwards-Miller

February 6, 2014

R.I.P. Daryl ... God has gained another angel to watch over your family and friends.

Nathaniel Hayes

February 6, 2014

Prayers go out to the Graves Family. The Yellowjacket and Viking family lost one of it's most respected and beloved brothers. Thanks you Graves family for allowing Darryl to be a part of this family and Thank you GOD for allowing him to grace our presence for a while. The Yellowjacket and Viking family will never forget how he touched our lives athletically, socially, and spiritually. R.I.P. MR. DARRYL GRAVES. You will be missed, yet remembered. Love,
Nathaniel "Faffie" Hayes and Family

Valorie Devaughn

February 6, 2014

To the family of Daryl, May the Lord continue to give you comfort during your time of bereavement.
Valorie Williams Devaughn
WMRaines c/o 83

February 6, 2014

My condolences to the family of Darryl Graves, My prayers of comfort are with you...

Robin Gilmore/classmate

Andrew Lau

February 6, 2014

Although I don't know Daryl personally.I still feel a real loss.My condolences to his loved ones.

Al & Karen Chester

February 6, 2014

WITH OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY WE SEND....

February 6, 2014

My heart is heavy at this time. I am sadden by your passing. My heart an Prayers goes out to your Family. I have been your friend since Forest Hills Elementary. RIP Darryl. Rometa Hay c/o 83. Love You

Vicky Coleman-Stevens

February 6, 2014

Sorry to hear the passing of Daryl Graves, SCSU. My condolences to Daryl's entire family. May God continue to give you the strength.

February 6, 2014

My PRAYERS to the family of my classmate.
Lichele D. Amaker C/O 84

February 6, 2014

My heart can't express the sorrow that I have for the Graves family. May Jesus comfort you all.

February 6, 2014

My Condolences goes out to the Family of My Classmate. May God Give you Peace and Comfort during this time.

Lauretta Everett(Thompson) C/O 82

kenneth Mclaughlin

February 6, 2014

My friend and brother you will be
missed by so many.May the Lord
keep you and your family. One of the best running backs to ever play football at William M. Raines. Love you Daryl!

Jennifer Jones Raines C/O 84

February 6, 2014

I'm very sadden to hear about the death of my classmate Daryl. My prayers will continually be with the entire family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

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