In Remembrance Of
Richard “Dick” Graham
Richard “Dick” Graham, 85, of Plattsburg, MO, passed away October 29, 2017.
He was born on May 15, 1932 to Jeff and Ruth (May) Graham in Meca, Missouri where he grew up and attended school.
On May 4, 1951 he was united in marriage to Mary Francis Clark. After their marriage they lived in Plattsburg where they made their home. His wife, Mary, preceded him in death on December 11, 2005.
He was the head custodian for the East Buchanan School District for over 30 years.
Richard was a lifelong member of the Second Baptist Church in Plattsburg where he served as Chairman Deacon.
Richard “Dick” was a City Councilman in Plattsburg for 20 years and also served as the Mayor. He was a member of the Lions Club.
Richard was also preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Zedda Graham and Cora Jones; infant brother, brothers George Graham and Johnny Graham; and son Gary Graham.
He is survived by his son, Larry Graham and wife, Anna; daughter, Rhonda Alexandria and husband, Ron; daughter-in-law Lucia Graham, all of Plattsburg; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; sisters Margaret Rollins and Clarisa Brooks, brother Adam Graham; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral Service: 11:30 a.m. Friday, November 3rd at the Second Baptist Church, Plattsburg with visitation from 10:00-11:30 a.m. prior to the service.
Inurnment at a later date: Mt. Washington Cemetery, Plattsburg.
Donations: Mt. Washington Cemetery.
Arrangements, Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
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52 comments
Grant L Roach 1989
My condolences to the family
Billy McCravey
I am sorry to see that this has happened. Dick was a good friend, everytime he would see me in the hallway he would say we’ll hello there Sue how are you. My heart goes out to the family.
Mitchell Buter
I graduated from East Buchanan in 1977 and remember Chief well. What a great man that will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Yvonne Andrews
So sorry for your loss, I went to School at Easr Buchanan and he was a wonderful man, loved seeing him every day at school!
Richard Porr
I had nothing but the highest degree of respect for Dick and had many meaningful conversations with him. I thought so much of him that I sold him my favorite gun–that’s saying a lot. A great and wise man that was probably esteemed far beyond what he imagined.
Evonne Noble
Larry and Ann. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family
Lisa Giddens
Dick’s smile and positivity impacted the lives of many EB school kids, myself included. Thanks for sharing him with us. Condolences to his family.
Debra Russell Hart
My sympathy to Dick’s family at this time of grief. I was a student at Gower and East Buchanan schools through 1970,when I graduated. Dick was always so sweet to all us kids and we all loved him so much! No one was more revered and respected than this lovely man. So sorry for your loss. He will be remembered fondly always. God Bless.
Floyd allen clark
Dick was a very nice man I will always remember him thank you dick for being you there is a special place in heaven for you my you RIP
Shirley Helfer Rhodes
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Dana Wells
I know Dick from East Buchanan that I attended. He was such a funny man with a smile and jokes everyday. He will always be remembered. May he fly high. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Kenneth Pike
I will always remember how his eyes lit up anytime he would interact with any of us kids at school. He was such a wonderful man, the kind that this world needs a whole lot more of. My prayers are with the family. Just know that he was loved by and left such a lasting impression on so many people. He will be missed.
Aaron Grier
God Bless Dick’s family. He was a great man, and a shining star at East Buchanan. Always a smile on his face, with a kind hello. Aaron Grier 1996
Mike Hutchinson
“Chief” as we knew him as was a kind gentle man who always had a smile and was hardworking. In touch many lives and kids in Gower and I’m sure in Plattsburg. Rest In Peace from the class of 1983. You were one of a kind.
Leslie Koch Nichols
My sincere condolences to the family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Dick as a student at East Buchanan Class of ’75. He was the most kind and friendliest person. He made all of the students feel special. Hope you realize how many young lives he touched and impacted. May he Rest in Everlasting Peace!!!!! Prayers and sympathy
Howard Lull
With a heavy heart Brenda and I extend our thoughts and prayers. Growing up in Plattsburg and going to school in Gower we knew Dick to be the kindest and hardest working man. We miss his smiles and friendship. Rest well my friend.
Terry Shipps
Class of 1980
Also Mother worked with him for years.
Always had a smile for everyone.
A Great man.
Kim (Gray) Thompson
So Sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. He was always such a kind, hardworking man who seemed to genuinely love working around the kids at East Buchanan………..and all of us kids loved being around him also. Rest in peace! Class of 1984
William Webb
Sick will always have a special place in my childhood. He always was able to make me smile and had a kind word. He will truly be missed.
Emily Kerns-Myers
Graduated in 1995. Prayers to the family
Tammy (Parks) Livingston
Such fond memories of Dick when in school at EB! Always a smile, a pat on the back and a joke with much laughter! Sending thoughts and prayers to his family! He will be missed by the many hearts and lives he touched!
Cameron n Kristen buie
He was our custodian and a super nice man
Kathie Schuster Brown
My condolences to family and friends on the loss of your father, grandfather, uncle and friend. What a special relationship Dick and Dutch had with the children in my years at Gower School 1957 – 1969. He was such a good man and has left quite a legacy.
Tina Baker
So sorry to hear about Dick Graham’s passing ! My father Carl Baker hired him many years ago as custodian of East Buchanan! Mr Graham was a kind person and a very hard worker ! May he Rest In Peace! Prayers for his family and close friends.
Tina Baker class of 1978
Ronnie Shipps
Everyone’s friend at East Buchanan. None better.
Hope (Shipps) Burr
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Chief was an amazing gentleman that was loves and respected by all the students of East Buchanan. And one of my Mom’s favorite people. May you know that the gentle breeze on your cheek is a kiss from him.
Marti Spease-Riddle
I’m so sorry for the loss of Dick Graham. He’ll be sorely missed by many loved ones
Terry Bentz
Many may not have known, but when my house burned down in 6th grade, we lost everything. Mr. Graham and the rest of our custodians took my brother and I shoe shopping with one stipulation, it had to be the coolest pair we could find…it was one of the nicest gestures anyone could have done for two boys in the middle of a crisis. Rest in peace, kind sir!
Megan Vasut
EB Graduating class of 2003
He always made us smile!
Jon Roe
I grew up with Dick as a part of my school years. What a happy wonderful man! So sorry to hear this. There was always a smile on his face. Thank you for sharing him with all of us for all those years!
Jane Graves Giffin
Sorry to hear of you’re loss. He was one of the best. My father, Earl Graves who worked with Richard, thought he was great also.
Erin (Roe) Hamner
Dick was the kindest, most caring man. I remember from my elementary days at EB, he always had a smile on his face, a twinkle in his eye and a “Hey Billy” for me. I am so sorry for your loss. He was truly the most gracious man ever.
Natalie West
I will always remember Dick and how kind he was to us at East Buchanan. We truly loved him and were blessed to be a part of his life. Prayers for his family. He was a great man.
Judy Guthrie Kilgore
I remember him well. He will be missed.
Mary Blanton
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lynnette Lower
I remember his kindness and big smile forveferyone at EB.
Susan Williams Haskins
East Buchanan High 1975. Rest in peace Mr Graham. My prayers are with you.I
Amy (Harris) Doepke
I always thought “Dick” was one of the nicest folks I ever knew. As a child in school – he greeted us all with smiles! My sympathy to the family of this wonderful man.
Keith Stevenson
Thank you Mr. Graham for your positive influence on my life. East Buchanan graduate 1977.
Cheryl Fulk
I am so very sorry for your loss. Dick always had a smile for everyone. He was the nicest person I have ever met. Praying for your family.
Jeanel Adkins
I remember Dick ever since I was in school at East Buchanan. He was a very nice man. Always kind to me. Class of 1972. You will be missed.
Eric Auxier
Great man. Sorry for your loss.
Bob and Kathi Horn
We remember Mr. Graham from school. He was always so sweet and friendly and helpful. Always a smile. We have such fond memories. He will be missed. God bless you all.
Danny Harmer
Laura Smith Naas
I have so many wonderful memories of Dick that make me smile. Prayers of comfort are sent your way.
Crickett and Ed O'Day
Rest in peace Dick you were one special person with a big heart and I will always remember the nickname you gave me “Easy Money” as I was just a bus driver!! Loved your smile!
Julie Barton
So sorry for your loss. Dick was a wonderful man who made an impression on many lives, We will miss him dearly.
John Horn
Chief was a good man.Sorry for your loss.
Deb Scearce Rush
I’m very sorry for the families loss. It has been a very, very long time ago since I had the pleasure of speaking with Dick. It was probably some time in the eighties at East Buchanan School that I attended. He was always so friendly and made everyone smile! He was a good man!
Ron & Rita Jensen
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Graham was always a joy to see and visit with in my years as a student at East Buchanan. He will be greatly missed.