Robert Charles “Bob” Graham, 84, of Lafayette, passed away at 8:15 pm on August 6, 2016 at home surrounded by his family.

He was born March 19, 1932, in Brown City, MI, to the late Hugh and Gertrude Duckworth Graham.

Bob served in the United States Army from June 30, 1952 to June 8, 1954.

He attended East Jordan Michigan school and received an HVAC degree from Ivy Tech.

On June 12, 1954 he married Mary Elizabeth Bouldin Graham in Rossville, GA. She preceded him in death on February 27, 2009.

Bob retired from Fairfield Manufacturing in 1992 after 38 years.

He was a member of Light House Baptist Church and was a former member of the Eagles Lodge Aerie 347.

Bob enjoyed fishing, tinkering, crossword puzzles, and breakfast at the Southside Diner. His most enjoyable times included his grandkids and great grandkids. He was especially fond of his son-in-law, “David”.   

Surviving are Sons: Bobby J. Graham of Lafayette, Gerald D. Graham (Lee Ellen) of Atlanta, IN, Darryl R. Graham (Faith) of Lafayette and Daughter: Lesha F. Henry (David) of Lafayette. Also surviving are Sisters: Lois “Peg” Nelson of Waynesville, MO, Jean Strejc (Jerry) of Cadillac, MI, and Jane Meade (Clayton) of East Jordan, MI. Surviving Grandchildren include Justin Henry (Jillian), Elizabeth Oberbeck (Rob), Anne Henry, and Clayton Graham (Jessica Moss) as well as four Great Grandchildren. Sisters-in-Law Pauline Graham and Gloria Downham also survive.

Bob is preceded in death by a sister, Mary Wilson and his twin brother, Donald Graham.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 10, 2016 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel.

Funeral Service will be Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 10:00 am at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Pastor William Murdock will be officiating. Burial to follow at Concord Cemetery.

Those wishing may contribute to Lighthouse Baptist Church or charity of choice. Envelopes available at funeral home.