Graham, David E., Sun. June 9, 2019, beloved husband of Gail Graham (nee Gan), dear father of Jeffrey, Ashley (David), Sinclair, Chris (Maggie) and Lauren (Scott), dear brother of Barb (George), dear grandfather of Elise, Hannah, Coen, Paul, Livia, Norah, & Nico. Preceded in death by parents Don & Mary Lou Graham (nee Ash) and dear nephew Jason.
David graduated from Bayless High School in 1969 and soon joined the National Guard. Following a two-year service he enrolled at Southeast Missouri State University where he was a proud member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He graduated with a degree in education in 1977. David followed a family tradition in the railroad by joining Union Pacific and enjoyed a 30-year career that took him to Texas, California and Nevada before settling in Omaha, Nebraska. Upon retirement David returned to St. Louis with the love of his life and his son, where he enjoyed playing golf, listening to music, catching up with old friends, hosting his family for weekly BBQs, being Doh-Doh to his grandchildren and reading books on history and historical figures. David will be remembered for his faith, loyalty, genuine personality, humor, friendliness, sharp wit, integrity and willingness to help all he loved.
Memorial Visitation at KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., Sat. June 15, 1:00 p.m. until Service at 5:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association appreciated.