Jack Earl Graham, Jr.
July 22, 1958 ~ October 22, 2016
Jack Earl Graham, Jr. 58, of Great Mills, MD passed away on October 22, 2016 in Philadelphia, PA. Born on July 22, 1958 in Louisville, KY, he was son of the late Gwendlyn Yvonne Farr Graham and Jack Earl Graham, Sr. Jack was the loving husband of the Debbra Leanne Graham whom he married on November 17, 1984 in Pongo, VA. Jack is survived by his sons Jack Earl Graham, III. of Tampa, FL and Matthew Ryan Graham of Richmond, VA.
He graduated from Maury High School in VA. Jack served in the United States Navy for 30 years, retiring as an Avionics Master Chief. While serving in the United States Navy he earned the: Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal(4), Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal(1), Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation (2), Navy “E: Ribbon (2), Navy Good Conduct Medal (6), Navy expeditionary Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2), Southwest Asia Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (3), Overseas Service Ribbon (6), and Kuwait Liberation Medal. Jack was a configuration Manger, supporting PMA 265 at Patuxent Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD.
Jack enjoyed traveling, camping, spending time with family and friends.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 1:00 PM with Deacon Bill Kyte officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA.
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Debbie, I’m so sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. If I can help you or your boys in any way please let me know.
Debbie, I am so sorry to hear the horrible news. My condolences go out to you and your family. If there is anything you need, I am here for you.
Debbie and sons, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs Debbie
Debbie I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. You have my deepest sympathies.
Debbie, family, and colleagues,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Jack. He was a truly special man and Super Hornet colleague. Always professional, extremely personable, and ever helpful, Jack will be greatly missed by his industry counterparts at The Boeing Company. You all are in our prayers at this difficult time.
In Christ’s love,
Bruce Scheidhauer
I worked for Jack when we were in uniform. I was shocked and saddened to hear the news. I send my condolences and will keep the family in my prayers.
Sue Ellen and I are saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. We’re here for you and your family and hope that we can help ease your suffering by providing assistance to help you through this difficult time.
Debbie – so sorry about your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Jack. I always enjoyed working with him in PMA-265. He always had a smile on his face and was always willing to lend a hand.
Debbie and Boys – I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Jack. I have worked indirectly with him for the past few years and I will miss seeing him. He will always be with you in spirit and in your hearts. Hold tight to those memories for comfort.
Debbie and Boys… we are so sorry for your loss. But remember that both Darren and I are available with shoulders to lean on, and cry on. and available for talks on nights when you can’t sleep for missing him so much. We love you all, and are there for you, please feel free to take us up on our offer. May God Bless you all.
Betty and Darren Dzielski
Offering our sincere condolences on your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Theresa Wingfield parents
I am so sorry to hear about Jack’s passing. I hope that the love of your family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. Jack will be missed because he touched so many people while he was with us. I will pray for Jack and his family. He was loved by more than you will ever know.
Debbie,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you and yours will be held in the hearts, thoughts and prayers of so many. Praying for family and friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories to help you smile again.
Very sad to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful individual and role model. I was honored to work with him and count him as a trusted mentor in my Navy career. May the family find some comfort and peace in knowing that this man had a tremendous impact on everyone with whom he came into contact.
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a true role model for those of us that had the opportunity to work with. A lot of what I learned about being a Navy Chief I learned from Jack. My pryers are with you all, he will be truly missed.
Debbie and family, I was sadden to learn of Jack”s sudden passing. My condolence to the Graham family at this time. I will keep you in my prayers. May GOD blessing be with you at this time.
Sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He is the epitome of a fine Navy Chief/role model. I was stationed with him at AIMD Atsugi, Japan while working as a Logs & Records Clerk in Maintenance Control. Jack wrangled up all of us misfit second class petty officers and motivated us by getting us in involved in running and computers. We had our own little unofficial running club because of him and it fostered good health and friendly competition. Jack’s computer browser of choice was Netscape Navigator (wow, was that a long time ago). Good-humored, easy-going, and integrity are just a few of the multitude of awesome traits which I would use to describe this man. His character has and will continue to leave an indelible mark on every person he’s touched.
Jack, thanks for being a part of my life and I’ll miss you.
Debbie, Again was so sad to hear of Jacks passing. Enjoyed the times we worked together following him hanging up his khakis.
As I said at the commissary today, in the coming weeks when you find you need help with things, please do not hesitate to call. My number is 301-481-5297.
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Debi, I was shocked when I heard of the passing of your husband. My heart goes out to you and your sons at this most difficult time. My prayers go out to your family for comfort and healing. Love you
Debbie and family, please know that you are continuously in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Please reach out if there is anything at all you may need.
May your fond memories keep close to your hearts. Sending our deep sympathy to your family. I hope your family will be comforted by the promise in John 5:28, 29