Benny Dale Graham

Benny Dale Graham of Gilbert, Arizona passed away, peacefully at home, after a 5 ½ year battle with multiple myeloma. Born November 26, 1940 in Temple, Oklahoma. He was the only child of the late Willie Mae and Paul Scott Graham. He leaves behind his devoted, loving wife of 42 years, Jeanne Elizabeth.

Benny lived in Arizona almost all of his life. He attended elementary school and Camelback High School. He graduated in 1959. During high school days he was very active in sports and made many lifetime friends. Earning his Varsity Camelback Letterman’s sweater was a highlight for him. He will be missed and was loved by all. Benny worked for over 15 years at Vulcan Materials- Cal Mat Division. His nickname was always “Big Ben.” Cherished father of Jennifer Lechner, Jyl Plummer and Ronnie Pierson. Loving grandfather of : Jackson, Emma, Codi, Cooper, Nicholas, Brandon, Dylan, Madison, Daniel, Jordyn. Loving great grandfather of Noah, Charlotte, Olivia and Karsyn. He was a beloved cousin to Vicki Elliot

Relatives and friends will gather in honor of Benny’s life at Green Acres Chapel of Light at 401 North Hayden Road in Scottsdale, Arizona on Thursday, November 30th at 2pm, followed by a small reception at Green Acres Heritage Library from 3p-5p. For directions or for sending online tributes, please visit www.greenacresmortuary.net

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Benny's memory to Hospice Family Care at 1550 S. Alma School Rd. # 102 Mesa, AZ 85210 or curowww.hfc-az.com