Gail R. Graham
DERBY - Graham, Gail R., 50, Augusta Gazette accounting manager, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Graveside service, 1:00 P.M., Saturday, April 19, Greenwood Cemetery. Preceded in death by her father and a grandson. Survivors: husband, Frankie; children and their spouses, Christianna and Dave Ruark of Derby, Jeremy and Neena Graham of Haysville, Frankie and Cassandra Graham of Wichita; mother, Neva Halbert of Wichita; sisters, Bonnie Aaron of Texas, Beti Spencer and Mary Zimmerman both of Wichita; six grandchildren. Downing Lahey Mortuary West.
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Frankie, I am so sorry. We just learned of the accident. It is shock to us as well. We may not know you, but have learned some about your life while living here. I wish we could have been of more help when the police came to our door looking for on April 15. Mom feared that something was terribly wrong. Oddly enough it was your wife that wanted to make sure we had your phone number. (We never did get it from Amy.) Thank you and your wife the special gift of a home for our family. I am sure loosing both at the same time was a great deal of sorrow for you. This home has already been a great blessing for us. My husband and his father were in a simiual accident when he was 12, his father died. He then went through three years of court proceedings for wrongful death lawsuit. It is amazing how we meet people when God choses us to. We know each other so little, however share so much. Our deepest sympathy. May God Bless you, give you hope, strength and joy again. (I am only placing this on here due to not knowing how to reach you, I found out while looking for your new address, me intent was to thank you, three weeks after buying this house I decided I wanted to help families buy a homes.)
This is to the family. I am so very lost without my sister. It seems like this isnt happening but i know it is. I just dont understand. Its unfair. WHY? Please know that im here for you all. Gail was my rock and i knew i could talk and tell her anything. I will greatly miss her. Love you all.
Dear Neva Halbert, We were so shocked to learn about Gail, we are so sad for your loss and that of Frankie and family. Please know we remember Gail fondly and pray for God’s comfort to surround you.
I can not belive Gail is gone. Even though she wasn’t my biological MOM, I loved her so much. She has been an excllent mother in law and a true friend. Since i Have been with frankie, Gail has treated me with nothing but respect and i appreciate that. I dont now what to say other than she was a wonderful mom, the best grandma, and the most loving wife a man can ask for. When i was down and out Gail use to always talk to me and she would do her best to get me through whatever i was going through she was like a mother to me heck, she is a better mother than my own mother is. I wish i could go back and change what happened but i know that that is not possible sp all any of us can do is keep her in our hearts, minds, and prayers.
I knew Gail when I worked with her at Mid-Am Bldg Maint. Like me, she loved to sing. Gail always had a smile on her face, and a song in her heart. She truly was in love with life. Frank, I’m really sorry for your loss, but I know that she’s in a happier place in heaven. We’ll all miss her, our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Some of my early happiest memories involve Gail and the softball field. Although not realized as a child, as an adult she stood up, not knowing much about softball and took on the job learning right beside the rest of us which a lot of people wouldn’t do. That showed a lot of heart and character. I am sorry for your loss.
to frank and the kids,grandkids my heart goes out to u, if u need anything call. i love u all. having her and my memories of her in my life close to me always. i love u all. nina theis/franks little sis.
The loss of a wife and mother is a tragic thing. It is even more so when it occurs suddenly. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathies are with you.
I am so sorry for your loss, she will be missed. She always loved to share stories about her kids and grandkids, she loved all of them. I will miss her cheerful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
My prayers go out to the Graham family. She is in a better place now.
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Gail and especially in such a tragic way. I know she will be missed so much by her family and friends. We had not seen Gail very much in recent years but was always impressed with her and thought she had the potential to do well and sounds like she did. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
At a young age I can remember my aunt Gail as a loving, caring, beautiful wife, mother and aunt. I remember that she was very smart and sophisticated. I unfortunately didnt get the pleasure of continuing to share time with her since my family moved to Florida in 1986. I regret the fact that I didnt get to know her in my now adult years. My memories serve me well, and I will alwayss remember her as a beautiful angel here on earth and I know that she is a beautiful angel in heaven. To all my Family suffering in this time of sorrow. I express my deepest of sympathy. Love Debra
It’s hard to believe she is gone. We will miss her so much at the Gazette. She loved to share stories about her family. It made her smile… My prayers and thoughts are with her loved ones.
We have encountered a tragedy, and have lost a life. But not just any, to Frank its his wife. He has kept strong, and the kids have kept calm. But to Frankie, Jay, and Krysti they have lost their mom. A fine fine lady, we will all miss. But Mary maybe more, she has just lost her sis. Keep our chins up, through this emotional slaughter. But for Neva this is tougher, she has forever lost her daughter We must all move on, and our love we send. But above all we have lost a truly great friend! ______________________________ Gail – We all truly love you and will miss you. It makes me joyful seeing how many people’s hearts you have touched over the years and I am even more joyful knowing that even though you are gone you are still touching the hearts and bringing joy to the lives of other.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. I worked with Gail at the Gazette. She and I were just getting to know each other, and I think we would have been good friends. She was a caring and generous person, with a great sense of humor. We had several things in common. I will truly miss her.
I am so sorry for your loss and your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Brad & I are so saddened by Gail’s death. Please know that our prayers for comfort and strength are with each of you.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Gail is a great lady who will be deeply missed
Gail was pleasant to work with. She will be missed by everyone here.