Michael Graham

Michael Edward Graham
14 Feb 1941 - 13 May 1992

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Obituary

Michael Edward Graham, 51, Seattle, formerly of this area, died May 13, 1992, at the home. Services were May 18; cremation, with private burial in Johnson County Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family requests no flowers and suggests contributions to the American Heart Association. Mr. Graham was born in Kansas City and grew up in this area. He moved to Seattle 15 years ago. He was a telecommunications consultant for the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Seattle. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Seattle. He was an Air Force veteran. His father, Edward S. Graham, died May 9, 1992. Survivors include his mother, Mildred W. Graham, Overland Park; three brothers, Thomas S. Graham, Fort Scott, Kan., James C . Graham, Stilwell in Johnson County, and Gordon L. Graham, Peachtree City, Ga.; and a sister, Susan K. Mize, Lenexa.^[1]

IN MEMORIAM
Michael E. Graham
February 14, 1941 – May 13, 1992

Mike Graham passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 13th. His sudden, unexpected death may have been due to a heart condition.

Mike was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and lived in many parts of the country before settling in Seattle 15 years ago. He was involved in numerous organizations and activities, and he brought boundless energy and enthusiasm to all of them.

Mike enjoyed skiing, hiking, sailing, and riding his mountain bike. As an avid square dancer, he made many friends through the Puddletown Squares, and he was an enthusiastic fan of country and western dancing for many years. Mike helped to convert the Boren Street Disco into today’s Timberline Tavern, and on weekends he could often be found two-stepping with his friends.

Mike loved to travel, especially by train. He enjoyed the theater, socializing with friends and spending quiet evenings at home with those who were close to him. He was Telecommunications Manager at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Seattle for the last 15 years, and was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church and the Church of Religious Science.

A laugh or a smile were never long in coming to people who were fortunate enough to meet Mike. His warmth, generosity of spirit, and outgoing personality touched all those around him. He gave freely of himself, and would always offer a helping hand or reassuring word of comfort. To Mike, life was exciting and beautiful, a gift to be enjoyed and appreciated. His loss will be felt by his countless friends.

Mike is survived by his mother, Millie, brothers Tom, Jim, and Gordon, and his sister Susie. Memorial Services were held at the Columbia Funeral Home on Monday, May 18th, 1992, and those close to Mike wish to thank everyone who attended for making it such a loving tribute.

Mike requested that any remembrances be made to the NW AIDS Foundation.^[2]