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© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma December 6, 2008 September 20. 1916 ~ December 4, 2008 A family memorial service for James Lovell Graham, 92, of Enid, will be in Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are by Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. He was born Septe mber 20, 1916, near Pond Creek to Lewis and Agnes Hopping Graham and died Thursday, December 4, 2008, at Integris Bass Baptist Health Center. He served in the Army Air Corps in England during World War II and also was in the Merchant Marines. He was a carpet layer for 35 years. Surviving is one sister. |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma September 14, 2017 April 16, 1924 ~ September 12, 2017 A Celebration of Life for Duane Allen Graham, age 93 years, of Enid, is 2 pm Friday, September 15, 2017, at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev Bill Muilenburg, the Rev Daniel Muilenburg, and Pastor Dan Barrick officiating. Burial with military honors follows in Memorial Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Duane was born April 16, 1924, in Oakwood, Oklahoma, to Howard and Bernice Graham, and passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017, in Enid. He was married to the late Evelyn Marie Graham on December 3, 1946, in Wellington, Kan. Duane served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He was traffic engineer at the City of Enid before his retirement. He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church. Duane has one son, David Graham and one daughter, Jeanette Muilenburg. He was a devoted and loving father and grandfather. He was always the life of the party and had a happy story or joke to tell. He goes to Heaven to live with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He leaves his son, David Graham and daughter Jeanette Muilenburg of Okmulgee; one brother, Gene Graham of Enid; seven grandchildren, Shelly Lively, Brian Graham, Amy Graham, John Muilenburg, Evie Trevino, Daniel Muilenburg, PJ Muilenburg; as well as 18 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, great grandson Caiden Lively; two brothers, and two sisters. Condolences may be made and services viewed online at www.LadusauEvans.co |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma August 19, 2021 August 12, 1925 ~ August 16, 2021 Celebration of Life Service for Eugene "Gene" Alvin Graham, age 96, of Enid will be Saturday, August 21, 2021, at 2:00 pm at Ladusau-Evans Chapel, with Rev Lester Lowry officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Gene was born August 12, 1925, to William Howard Graham and Bernice Ford Graham on his maternal grandparents' farm in Dewey County, OK. He passed away August 16, 2021, in Enid, OK. During World War II, he served his country in the US Navy aboard an LST in the South Pacific for 3 years. He participated in the naval battles at Okinawa, Luzon, Leyte and others. Celebration of Life Service for Eugene "Gene" Alvin Graham, age 96, of Enid will be Saturday, August 21, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at Ladusau-Evans Chapel, with Rev. Lester Lowry officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Gene was born August 12, 1925, to William Howard Graham and Bernice Ford Graham on his maternal grandparents' farm in Dewey County, OK. He passed away August 16, 2021, in Enid, OK. During World War II, he served his country in the US Navy aboard an LST in the South Pacific for 3 years. He participated in the naval battles at Okinawa, Luzon, Leyte and others. After the conclusion of WW II, he returned home to Oakwood, OK. He married Leona Day on December 20, 1946, and they remained married until his death. After their marriage, he and Leona moved to Enid, establishing a home and raising their family. In 1952, Gene became a member of the Enid Police Department. After approximately 25 years, at the time of retirement, he was a uniform captain. After retirement from Enid Police Department, he received an appointment to the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety as an Enforcement Officer. After 15 years of service to the Department of Public Safety, he retired. From an early age, Gene displayed great interest and ability in problem solving, building things, and repairing all things mechanical. He was always willing to help anyone he knew with anything from car repairs to putting on a new roof without asking for anything in return. Throughout his life, Gene maintained unwavering spiritual faith. And he was a member of the Assembly of God church. Gene was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Gene is survived by his wife, Leona, of 74 years. His children, Hope Dilling and her husband, Dr. J.M. Dilling, of Enid; Tim Graham and his wife, Wren Graham, of Eddyville, KY; Phillip Graham and his wife, Sandy Graham, of Hendersonville, TN; and Tom Graham of Enid survive him. He also had 5 grandchildren, 2 great granddaughters, and 1 great great granddaughter. Condolences may be made online and the service may be viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com |
Enid, Oklahoma July 13, 2022 August 9, 1930 ~ July 13, 2022 Leona was born on August 9, 1930, in Canton, Oklahoma, to Griffin Day and Thelma Bennett Day, and passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2022 in Enid. As she was her parents' second oldest child and oldest daughter, she began to assist her family at a very early age by performing household tasks and caring for younger siblings. She attended school in Oakwood, Oklahoma. Throughout her life, she maintained unwavering spiritual faith. She was a member of the Assembly of God Church. On December 20, 1946, Leona married Eugene A. Graham in Enid, Oklahoma. They made their home in Enid where they raised four children. Additionally, they helped care for their granddaughter, Kayla. They were married for nearly 75 years at the time of Eugene's death. Although Leona was employed in several jobs outside her home, including spending 15 years employed in the retail industry, her primary focus was her marriage and family. Loyalty to her family was a prominent and enduring personality characteristic. As she dealt with chronic illness and other losses, she was stoic and avoided dependence. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene; her parents; four brothers and three sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Hope Dilling and her husband, Dr J. M. Dilling of Enid; three sons, Tim Graham and wife Wren, of Eddyville, KY; Philip Graham and wife Sandy, of Hendersonville, TN; and Tom Graham, of Enid, OK. She is also survived by five grandchildren; two great granddaughters; and one great great granddaughter. Additionally, she is survived by her sister Ruby Kelly and husband Stacey, of Oklahoma City, Ok. |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma August 10, 2020 August 18, 1931 ~ August 7, 2020 A graveside service honoring the life of Betty Lou Graham, age 88 years, of Enid, will be 1:30 pm, Saturday, August 15, 2020 in the Garden Chapel of Memorial Park Cemetery, Enid, Ok, with Reverend Gary Lillie officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Betty passed away peacefully on August 7, 2020 following a lengthy illness. She was born August 18, 1931 in Enid, Oklahoma, the oldest child of Clarence and Bertha Kelley. She was a life-long resident of Enid and a graduate of the Enid High School Class of 1949. Betty married her high school sweetheart, Nolan Graham on January 18, 1950 and was married just short of 70 years upon Nolan's passing in November 2019. Together they raised two sons, Dickie and Tommy. Betty was a dedicated wife, loving mother and proud grandmother. She loved her home and neighbors. She took great pride in being an outstanding homemaker and an excellent cook and seamstress. Betty had a full career as the Superintendent's secretary at Autry Technical Center. Betty was one of the original staff at Autry in the 1960's. The school, faculty and students were the love of her work life. After her retirement from Autry, she coordinated the monthly Autry Retiree Club meetings. Betty knew no strangers throughout her life and made many friends. She helped with organizing the EHS Class of 1949 reunions. She was a member of Zeta Rho Sorority where she established lifelong friendships with other mothers and their families. All her friends were special to her and she greatly missed them as they passed in life. Like Nolan, Betty enjoyed cars and attended many car related events. She loved going to Branson with Nolan for the past five decades. They both took great pride in having annual season passes to Silver Dollar City; The Presley's and The Baldknobber's Country Music Shows. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan Graham; her father, Clarence Kelley and mother Bertha Kelley. Betty is survived by her son, Dickie Graham and his wife Janice, of Fort Worth, TX; grandson Darrell and his wife Anne, of Fort Worth, TX; and great grandchild, Madison [7]. Granddaughter, Melisa Kurtz and her husband Brian, of Southlake, TX; and three great grandchildren, Asher [4], Aubree [2] and Austin [1]. Son, Tommy Graham and wife Rhonda, of Tulsa, Ok; granddaughter, Emily Myers and husband Josh, of Moore, OK, and two great grandchildren, Marshall [7] and Linlee [5]; and grandson, Eric Graham, of Grimes, IA. She is survived by two sisters, Vera Nordman of Saint Louis, MO., and Linda Kelley of New Orleans, LA. Memorial contributions in Betty's name may be made to Relay for Life of Garfield County with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home serving as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made and services viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com |
© Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Enid, Oklahoma October 2024 October 14, 1940 ~ October 19, 2024 A Celebration of Life for Delores Graham, age 84, of Enid, will be 11:00 am, Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Roger Scantlin officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home and Crematory. Delores Marie Graham went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 19, 2024 in Newton, Kansas. Delores was born October 14, 1940 to Ernest and Lenora [Shaw] McMillen in Wichita, Kansas. She grew up in Wichita and graduated from West High School. She was the oldest of the two children. She married the love of her life, William "Bill" Graham on May 17, 1958, in Enid, Oklahoma. Bill and Delores were blessed with five children, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved the Lord with all her heart and attended church regularly, she was a prayer warrior and loved to pray for everyone. She is survived by, three children, daughter Kim Wilson and husband Stephen, of Enid, OK; son Wayne Graham and wife Tamara, of Newton, KS; daughter Cheryl Graham, of Newton, KS; brother, LeRoy McMillen; nine grandchildren, Ashley, Wesley, Caleb Wilson, Jordan, Caleb Graham, Daniel, Jonathan, Sarah, Tori, and several great grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her husband Bill, and sons Willie McMillen and Michael Graham. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Delore's name may be to the Gideons International with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home serving as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made, memories shared, and services viewed online at www.ladusauevan.com |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma December 17, 2017 August 30, 1950 ~ December 13, 2017 A Celebration of Life for David Alan Graham, age 67, of Enid, is 2:00 pm Monday, December 18, 2017 at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Dan Barrick officiating. Burial follows in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, December 17, 2017. David was born August 30, 1950, in Enid, to Duane and Evelyn [Marshall] Graham, and passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2017. David graduated from Enid High School in 1969. After graduation, he started helping his father and other family friends in the construction business. He married Sue Dow on August 7, 1970 and they had three children. They moved to Hobbs, New Mexico, and David worked in the oilfield industry for a brief period of time. They returned to Enid, where he started Dave Graham Construction and later moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where he continued to expand his construction business. From there he perfected the art of masonry and became one of the best around. He returned to Enid in 1997 to be closer to family. He was a devoted father and grandfather, always working hard in order to provide for his family. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren at Keystone Lake, camping and boating. Dave was a bit of a daredevil, he liked fast cars, boats, and motorcycles. He is preceded in death by his parents, Duane and Evelyn Graham; wife, Sue Graham; and grandson Caiden Lively. David is survived by three children, Shelly Lively and husband Josh, of Enid; Brian Graham and wife Cassie, of Missouri; Amy Fraley and husband Chris, of Enid; grandchildren, Dylan Lively and wife Makayla, of Enid; Trystan Lively, of Enid; Gabrielle Greenway, of Enid; Mason Graham, of Missouri; Ryelli Martinez, of Enid; a sister, Jeanette Muilenburg and husband Bill, of Okmulgee; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Memorials in David's name may be made to the American Diabetes Association, or Meals on Wheels, with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home serving as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made and services viewed online at www.LadusauEvans.com |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma August 24, 2014 November 9, 1959 ~ August 20, 2014 Service of Remembrance and Celebration of Life for Ronnie Lee Graham, 54, of Enid, will be 2 pm Tuesday, August 26, 2014, at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Carrell Still will officiate. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 6-7 pm Monday. Ronnie was born November 9, 1957, in Anderson, Ind., to Billy Graham and Virginia Crouch. He left this life August 20, 2014. Even though life was difficult for him growing up, he was not hardened by it. He had a love for children that could not be matched. He would immediately love them and entertain them with magic tricks, games and jokes. He also cared deeply about the disabled, homeless, elderly and the forgotten ones. He would give his last dime to anyone who needed it. Ronnie attended school in Anderson, Indiana, and joined the Army in March 1979, serving until 1983. He always said it was the best and worst job he ever had but was proud of his accomplishments. He was united in marriage to Geannette Stricker July 24, 1993, in Tulsa, Okla. Ron worked for Advance-Pierre and was very devoted to his job. He was a motivator and jokester at times, making teamwork a priority. He loved all sports and was a trivia expert on them all. He was a diehard OU and Thunder fan, but his Indiana roots led back to the Colts. Survivors include his wife, Geannette; mother, Virginia Graham, of Anderson, Indiana; daughter, Kaylee Graham of Tulsa, Okla.; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brothers, Randy Bertram of Anderson, Ind., and Danny Graham and his wife Keli of Broken Arrow, Okla.; sisters, Shawn Carpenter of Lake Forest Park, Wash., and Becky Graham of Anderson, Ind.; one stepson; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Doug Graham, and his father, Billy. Ron always wanted to win the lottery so he could open an orphanage. With children being such a big part of who he was, he would have requested memorial contributions be made to YWCA crisis center or any children's fund with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home custodian of funds. Condolences may be made at ladusauevans.com |
© Enid News and Eagle Enid, Oklahoma March 15, 2021 July 1, 12965 ~ March 12, 2021 A Celebration of Life for Thomas W. Graham, age 55, of Lahoma, will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor James Wall officiating. Burial with Military Honors provided by the United States Army will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Thomas was born July 1, 1965, in Gary, Indiana, to Roland "Ed" and Toni [Dolasinkski] Best, and passed away Friday, March 12, 2021. Thomas attended Carmen Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1983. He served his country in the Army National Guard for two years, then he started a long career as an over-the-road truck driver. He married the love of his life, Shirley Kilcrease, June 18, 2016, in Ringwood, Oklahoma. They made their home in Lahoma. Thomas was an avid hunter and fisherman, but he was happiest when he was hunting and fishing with his father. Thomas and Shirley loved watching their grandkids play sports and attended all the softball and basketball games, lending their support. They also enjoyed shopping, going to the movies and the casino. He is preceded in death by his mother, Toni Best, and sister, Doreen Ward. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, of the home in Lahoma; his father, Ed Best, of Enid; his daughter, Charity, of Hawaii; and Shirley's two daughters that he loved like his own, Melissa Root and husband Michael, of Enid, Michelle Randolph and husband Steven, of Ringwood; eight grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. He also leaves one brother, Roland Edward "Eddie" Best II, of Lahoma; and two sisters, Tracy Bowers and Darla Morvant; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends. Memorial contributions in Thomas' name may be made to American Cancer Society with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home serving as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made and services viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com. << Lahoma man dies in accident A Lahoma man was killed Frdaiy in a single-vehicle accident in Major County. Thomas Warren Graham, 55, was pronounced dead at the scene of massive injuries, according to an Oklahoma Highway Patrol report. The accident happened at 10:33 am Friday at Oklahoma 8 and E0550 Road, one mile south and one mile east of Isabella. According to the report, Graham was driving a 2001 International semi south on Oklahoma 8 when he attempted to make a left turn onto E0550 Road. He was going too fast, according to the report, and lost control, rolling three-quarters of a time. The truck came to rest on the driver’s side. The condition of the driver and cause are under investigation, according to the report, which shows Graham was wearing a seat belt. |
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