Joseph Melvin "Mully" Graves
January 27, 1927 ~ May 10, 2012
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 10:00 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD with Fr. Michael Tietjen officiating.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, May 14, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD
Joseph Melvin “Mully” Graves, 85, of Avenue, MD.,passed away on May 10, 2012 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on January 27, 1927 in Bushwood, MD., he was the son of the late Robert Parran and Agnes Gertrude Arnold Graves. Joseph is survived by his loving wife Eleanor Marie Cheseldine Graves whom he married in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD. Joseph is survived by his sons; Danny Graves (Faye) of Leonardtown, MD., Wayne Graves (Pat) of Hollywood, MD., Glenn Graves (Tina) of Bushwood, MD., 6 grand children and 6 great grandchildren. Mr. Graves is also survived by his siblings; Virginia Faunce (Bobby) of Avenue, MD., Margaret Greenway (Gene) of Waldorf, MD., and William Graves (Lois) of Virginia. He was preceded in death by his sister Gloria White. Mr. Graves served in the United States Army as a Staff Sgt.; his duty stations included Belgium, and Germany, from 1945 to 1947. While serving in the United States Army, he received the Good conduct Medal, and World War II Victory Medal. Joseph worked as a Shipwright in The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship for 30 years retiring in 1998. Mully was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. He enjoyed music, gardening, fishing, crabbing, oystering, clamming, spending time with family and friends. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 14, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 10:00 Am in Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, MD., with Fr. Michael Tietjen officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be: Michael Graves, Jason Graves, Roger White, Christopher Graves, Tracy Graves and Michael Lacey. Contributions may
be made to the 7th Deist. Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609, and/or Holy Angels Catholic Church 21340 Coltons Point Road Avenue, MD 20609.
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“It has been many years that I have seen “Mully” but I think of him often. Working at the Marina at Lundeburg in the late seventies Mully taught me numerous things about boats. The one thing that I learned from him that to this day reminds me of him everytime I do it, cutting a line with a paint brush. Rest in Peace Mully.”
“Mrs. Graves, Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. How saddened we were to learn of Joe’s passing. Daddy and Joe were buddies at the nursing center, usually sharing meals together. It was amazing to watch them communicate with each other in spite of their disabilities. He was go good to Dad and he is really mourning his loss. It was so nice getting to know you over the past months and we also share in your loss. If you need anything we are here for you. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. (The family of Jim Ed Lacey)”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you & we join you in mourning the loss of Mully. May his soul rest in peace.”
“Our sincerest sympathy to Marie and to all of the family. He was a wonderful person and we thought so highly of him. May he now rest in peace and may God bless him for all his hard work over the years when he was able to do alot and for being such a great person! We cherish our good memories and we send you our thoughts and prayers.”
“Graves Family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that he has gone to a better place. Peace to you all.”
“Our sympathy to the Graves family.”
“Glenn, Tina, Jason and family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Hugs of comfront sent your way. “
“Mrs. Graves, Wayne, Danny & Glenn, I’m sorry to hear of Mully’s passing. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Mike Hammett”
“To Wayne and Family: I am praying for you and your family. May Mr. Graves be comforted with the Angels.”
“Aunt Marie, Danny, Wayne, Glenn & families, I am saddened to hear of Uncle Mully’s passing. He was such a special man & I have a lot of fond memories of him. I know that he is now at peace & playing his harmonica & entertaining all his family & friends in heaven. May you find confort in knowing that you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Love, Mary Agnes”
“My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this sad time.”
“Marie and family, please accept our condolences for the loss of your husband. You have been a very faithful wife and was there for him everyday. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever. May God Bless you and help you and your family during this time of grieving.”
“So sorry for the loss of Mr. Graves. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ronnie & Jo Anne Poe”
“Mrs. Graves and family, We were saddened to hear of your loss and wish to extend our deepest sympathies to you all. Mel was always a kind and gentle man with a soft smile and a warm heart! I’m sure his loss leaves a hole in all your hearts, but knowing he is in a better place will hopefully ease your pain. Mom and Dad wanted me to express their condolences as well….Dad also has many fond memories of working with Mel in the Maintenance shop! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during your sorrow.”