William J. Graham, 89 of Batavia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at United Memorial Medical Center in Batavia. He was born January 27, 1935 in Red Creek, NY to the late Paul and Mable (Griffin) Graham. He is preceded in death by a sister Evelyn Russell.
Mr. Graham made lenses at Kodak for many years along with working at Call Farms and Kendall Trucking. He was proud to serve with Genesee County Civil Defense Police from 1968 to 1975. Bill loved quilling, he was an avid reader and proud supporter of Richmond Memorial Library.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Charlotte (Lyons) Graham of Batavia, son Ronald (Jodi) Graham of FL, granddaughter Alicia Graham of Batavia, great-granddaughter Isabella of Batavia, siblings, Carolyn Epps of Batavia, Albert Graham of Batavia, Nelson of IL, along with many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, December 6, 2024 from 11am to 12:00 Noon at High Point Church, 1163 Main St, Corfu, NY 14036. A 12:00 Noon Celebration of his Life will immediately follow at the church. He will be laid to rest in Grand View Cemetery, Batavia.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church or to Richmond Memorial Library, 19 Ross St, Batavia, NY 14020. To leave an online message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.
