Lester M. Graham, 86, of Mathews County, VA, passed away at home on 2 Jan 2021 surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife Darel J Graham; and was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Barbara J Graham and is survived by their two children Ralph L. Graham (Jodie), Augusta, GA and daughter Robin Clements (Timothy), Newport News, VA. He was also preceded in death by his step-son William "Fudgie" Edwards Jr. and survived by his step-daughter Bonnie Hamilton (David), Gloucester, VA; sister Elizabeth Ann Jenkins, Richmond, VA; also 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.
He was born one of thirteen children and raised in Bath County, VA.; an Army Veteran serving in both the Korean and Vietnam wars retiring a SFC; went on to retire from the Kendal Company, Augusta, GA and The Islander, Gwynn's Island, VA. In his spare time he was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing with his son and grandsons. Lester has an unrivaled love for his grandchildren and great grandchildren; Papa, pawpaw, Buddy, and Papa Graham were just a few of the affectionate names given by the ones who care so much for him. His generosity, strength, and deep seated disciplinary spirit will remain in our roots for generations to come.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 6 Jan 2021 from 2-3 pm with the service following at 3 in the Chapel of Andrews Funeral Home Gloucester, VA. Interment will be held Thursday 1:00 pm in Bath County, VA.