Thomas Darrell Graham Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Thomas Darrell Graham, born on the 31st day of December 1939, entered his heavenly home on Tuesday, the 24th day of May 2022 at Forrest General Hospital. The passing of his mother, Ida Belle Bush, and father, Claude William Graham of Ellisville Junction, his sisters, Nell Strickland, Elizabeth Langley, Dorothy Dykes, and a granddaughter, Clara Graham, preceded him. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol Irene Graham along with their three children: Cheryl Padgett of Petal, MS, Stacy Wheeler (John) of Novato, CA, and David Graham (Gina) of South Elgin, IL. His seven grandchildren are: Brandon Padgett (Brittany) of Sumrall, Kelli Azlin (Jordan) of Tucson, AZ, Dylan Wheeler of Seattle, WA, Andrew Graham (Vanessa) of Sigonella, Italy, Celia DeCastro (Khanhai) of Pensacola, FL, Wheaton Graham of Jacksonville, FL, Rowan Graham of Jacksonville, FL, and two great-grandchildren are: Brodie Padgett and Finley Azlin. Sister, Jeanette Magsig (Ted) of Falls Church, VA, and brother, Terry Graham (Athena) of New Port Richey, FL are among his living siblings. Tom lived in Laurel in his youth and joined the U.S. Air Force in 1957. After serving four years in service to his country, and having met the love of his life, Carol Irene Martin of Merritt Island, Florida, he settled down in his hometown to raise his family. He served the citizens of Laurel in the city’s fire department, retiring as Chief after 28 years of service. After retirement, has was a loyal member of the Hardee’s Breakfast Club. He was a devotee of Western movies, an avid reader, a dog lover and an expert traveling companion. A private family graveside service was held, on Saturday, May 28, 2022 at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Laurel, MS. Due to his love for dogs, any contribution to a local animal shelter would be an honor in his name. He will be greatly missed. To sign the online guest book, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Thomas Darrell Graham

December 31, 1939 - May 24, 2022