Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1952
DIED
2016
Thomas Graeff Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Graeff
Cindy
January 7, 2025
Thank you to all who keep coming back here to share your thoughts and memories about Rusty. It means so much and it keeps his memory alive and hearing about their dad and how he had a positive impact on others, is a comfort to Rusty's boys as well as other family. Thank you! Cindy
Steve Powell
January 5, 2025
Time is flying by . . . it's now 2025 and it seems like yesterday we were on Davis Hill, LHS or a little place here and there. You'll always be a part of my journey and I am forever grateful for it. Peace!
Cindy
January 4, 2023
It's been 7 years since you left this earth. I still pray for you and miss your presence. Our boys remind me of you all the time as you are so clearly part of them. It's nice to read the memories others share here and how they still think of you too. You were SO loved! I wonder if you knew that.. But I suppose you know now.
I hope I'll get to see you again someday. Love you forever, Cindy
Cindy
May 8, 2021
Tomorrow is mother's day and I want to thank you for making me a mother. Our boys are the best thing to ever happen in my life and in yours. They are such blessings and being a mother was my dream for as long as I can remember. We lost two before we got Nick and Rusty jr and it was so hard but you were strong for me. I like to imagine the two we lost are now with you. You're taking care of them, while I am here with our two boys. I wonder if you know how much you are loved and how much you gave me and how grateful I am.
Until we meet again, I'll look for you in my dreams.
Jill vedros
July 21, 2020
Happy birthday Rusty! I will never forget you and all the great times we had together!
Jill
Cindy
July 19, 2020
Had a drink with our youngest yesterday to celebrate your birthday. I think of you all the time... I dream of you too.
I'll love you forever.
Dale Little
March 9, 2020
I was listening to some Zappa the other day. Made me think about Rusty. He lent me many cassette tapes back in the day.
Cindy
January 4, 2020
4 years gone but never forgotten. I look at your photo every day and it makes me smile... Sometimes I cry, but you left the legacy of our children, among other things, so I am so grateful for that.
Love you always Rusty.
Steve Powell
January 4, 2020
Almost three years have passed since last I wrote. Came across a picture of you, Tyler & Gary in our Ranger Colt baseball team uniforms at Fort Lewis. I think Tyler posted it on Facebook. That was a great summer together! Really wished I'd stayed in contact with you and a lot of the fellas. As Dr. Seuss noted...Sometimes you'll never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory. I have good memories of you. Steve
Cindy
July 18, 2018
Happy birthday Rusty. The world misses you but heaven has you.
Thinking of you every day and celebrating you today. Thank you for the memories and of course, our boys. I will love you forever.
Cindy
July 10, 2018
March 20, 2018
Missing you.❤Cindy
January 29, 2018
I think of you every day.
❤ Cindy
Cindy
August 26, 2017
Rusty,
I think of you every day and hope that you'll visit me in my dreams every night. I carry your picture with me wherever I go and especially feel you when I'm with the boys. Our boys are amazing legacies of the best we had to offer this world. I miss the old days so much. I wish I could talk to you again but I appreciate the signs you send me to let me know you are ok. With all my heart and forever...I love you.
Cindy
January 10, 2017
I still think of you every day and miss the days that we were all together. I will always be grateful for the love we shared and the most precious gifts you gave me - our boys. Please watch over them.
With love always
Cindy
September 24, 2016
Cindy
March 22, 2016
cindy
March 22, 2016
Yvonne Foraker
February 11, 2016
Cindy, my heart goes out to you and your boys. We double dated me and Gary and you and Rusty We went to Long acarers and on the way home we ran out of gas going up hwy 18. In his white thunderbird. I could see the LOVE between you two, THE EYE CONTACTS!! He loved you. I would love to know what happened. [email protected]
Yvonne
Cindy
February 6, 2016
Rusty - I have loved you from the moment I met you and that will never change. I wish I had the chance to tell you that but hopefully you know it. Watch over our boys and I will do my part from here and love them for the both of us.
Cindy
January 18, 2016
Cindy
January 18, 2016
Linda Saylor-Bright
January 15, 2016
So sorry to hear of Rusty's passing. He was the very first boy to ask me to go steady in junior high - he has always held a special place in my heart. RIP, Rusty ... May we meet again.
Cynthia Miller
January 15, 2016
My deepest thoughts to the Graeff family. I can't even relate to your loss...my prayers are with you all....
Betty (Cradock) Mitchell
January 15, 2016
My deepest sympathy to all of the Graeff family for your loss. I went to Laughbon High with Rusty and Rick. Hearing of his passing makes me very sad.
Cindy
January 15, 2016
Steve Powell
January 14, 2016
Always a great smile and pleasant outlook, that was the Rusty I knew. It's been a long time since I saw him last but our time together in high school seems like it was only yesterday. I'm happy to have known him. He'll be missed, by many...R.I.P.
Randy Schwerzler
January 13, 2016
We worked together in the 80's and 90's at Piggly Wiggly / Hogan's Market.Lot's of good times and good memories. Mr. "Smooth and Easy" that was Rusty. R.I.P. my friend you were truly" ONE OF A KIND".
Randy Schwerzler
January 13, 2016
We worked together in the 80's & 90's at Piggly Wiggly/ Hogan's Market. Lots of good times, lots of good memories. Mr. "Smooth & Easy' That was Rusty. R.I.P. my friend, you were truly one of a kind.
Deena Blair
January 13, 2016
Oh Rusty I'm so sad to hear of your passing...too damn young! Our Bag n Save days were so very memorable for sure. Then we always looked forward to running into you at FM. You will be missed by so many! Thanks for the fun memories !
Misty Little
January 12, 2016
I worked with Rusty back in the Piggly Wiggly days. I always looked forward to my greeting as I came into work "What's happenin" he'd always say. He was a great guy with great spririt and a pleasure to know. I'm sad to hear of his passing. He was one cool cat!
Dale Little
January 12, 2016
I haven't seen Rusty for years, but I have thought of him often. One of the coolest dudes I've known. Many good memories.
January 10, 2016
Rusty , I will never forget you. So much fun in the piggley wiggley days. Best of Friends!!
Yvonne
Jill Vedros
January 10, 2016
I will always remember Rusty as the sweetest boyfriend ever. He was my first "true love" in high school. He will always have a place in my heart and will never be forgotten. RIP Rusty!..love, Jill
Cindy
January 10, 2016
Showing 1 - 36 of 36 results
Make a Donation
in Thomas Graeff's name
Memorial Events
for Thomas Graeff
How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Thomas Graeff's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
