Gary Leon McGraw

Born June 2nd, 1951 in Salem, Oregon. Raised in a loving family with mom and dad, Juanita and Johnny. Gary had two sisters, Cherrine and Kimberlee, and two brothers, Larry and Mark. Gary enjoyed camping, fishing, rock-hounding and Holidays with family. He graduated from Clackamas High School in 1969. He joined the US Navy in 1970 and was on active duty during the Vietnam War. He served on the U.S.S. Oklahoma City, and was honorably discharged in 1975. Returning to Milwaukie, Oregon, Gary married Martha Taylor and helped raise her two sons, Bill and Tony. They called him "Dad."

Gary worked for AAA Heating and after his marriage ended he worked with First Call Heating and Cooling as a Lead Technician. Gary married Barbara Beeman in 1987. They enjoyed "getting away" to their cabin in Wamic, Oregon; fishing and feeding their friendly backyard deer. Barbie passed away in 2005.

Gary moved to Mapleton, Oregon in 2009 to live with their brother Larry. Their special bond grew stronger as they enjoyed the Oregon Coast. They both collected antiques, rocks, and fossils. Gary had many friends. He had a generous heart and a helping hand. His infectious nature could not be ignored. He made us laugh. He made us cry. Gary passed away on October 10th, 2018 at the Portland's Veteran's Hospital. We have all lost an amazing friend and wonderful brother, but Heaven has gained an Angel. Goodbye Sweet Brother.