Robert Wayne "Bob" Graham

Robert Wayne Graham was born in El Dorado, Arkansas on December 14, 1924, the son of the late Marie (Meisner) and Jess Graham. On July 22, 2017 at 2:30 in the afternoon, he slipped quietly away. After 92 years, no man ever shed his earthly bonds with a finer head of hair.

Memorial services for Robert “Bob” Graham, 92, of Lufkin, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at Christ Congregational Church with Bro. Randy Green officiating.

Bobby, to those who loved him, is survived by his wife, Gerry Cooper Graham. They were married for an amazing 70 years. He is also survived by his son, Robert Michael Graham; daughter, Suzanne Mary Graham; daughter-in-law, Contina Pierson Graham; honorary grandchildren, Joshua Rudis and Cerrinise Rudis; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

A man of honor and purposeful integrity, Bob Graham was a high school honor student and graduated from Texas A&M in 1947. Prior to that, he was a B29 bomber pilot with the Army Air Corp in WWII. He was employed by Halliburton for 30 years. He was an avid golfer and golf was his great passion, but always, family first. He sang in the choir and taught Sunday School. He was involved in all sports.

Robert Graham died in his Texas home at peace with his world. His daughter’s hand was in his own.

Condolences may be offered at www.gipsonfuneralhome.com

Services have been placed in the trust of Gipson Funeral Home.