Robert J. Graham

Robert J. Graham of Haverstraw, NY passed away peacefully on July 29, 2019 at the age of 80. He was born on September 10, 1938 in Queens, NY. He grew up in New York City and, after serving in the Army, settled in Haverstraw for more than 50 years.

Bob worked for Rockland County as a Clerk of the Works in Pomona, NY for more than 13 years. He enjoyed serving his country, deep sea fishing, spending time with his friends, and family and volunteering at Meals On Wheels. His greatest pride was his many years of service in the Air National Guard. He was an avid Yankees, Giants and Jets fan.

He is survived by his daughter, Susan Graham Funcheon (Bill) of Suffern, NY; and his two sons Paul (Susan) of Suffern, NY; and Edward of Manorville, NY; and his six grandchildren, William, Trevor, Taylor, Jordan, Olivia, and Kailyn. He was predeceased by his wife Gladys.

A prayer and committal (burial) service will be held Friday at 10:00am at Frederick W. Loescher Veterans Memorial Cemetery in New Hempstead, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Robert’s memory may be made to Wounded Warriors Project at P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517, www.woundedwarriorproject.org; and Make-A-Wish America, 1702 E. Highland Ave., Suite 400, Phoenix, Arizona 85016, www.wish.org.