Samuel Norwood Graves
August 15, 1929 ~ November 6, 2007
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 9, 2007 at 10AM in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27108 Mt. Zion Church Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 with Rev. Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in the Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.
Visitation:
Viewing and Visitation will be Thursday, November 8, 2007 from 5-8PM with a Prayer Service at 7PM in the funeral home chapel.
Samuel “Norwood” “Pop” Graves, Sr., 78, of Mechanicsville, MD died November 6, 2007 at his residence. Born August 15, 1929 in Baltimore, MD he was the son of the late Samuel and Ruth Wright Graves. He was the loving husband of Irma Y. Graves. He is survived by his children: Samuel N. Graves, Jr. and his wife Betsy of La Plata, MD, Brenda Lee Bellere and her husband Daniel of Waldorf, MD and Charles A. Graves and his wife Loretta of Mechanicsville, MD; siblings: June Shorter of Waldorf, MD, Harry W. Graves of Hollywood, MD, Ruth Ann Hill and Evelyn Fowler both of Mechanicsville, MD; 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his daughter: Amy Michele "Shelly" Graves and his brother: Hugh B. Graves. Mr. Graves moved to St. Mary’s County from Baltimore, MD in 1930 where he graduated from Margaret Brent High School Class of 1946. He worked as a correctional officer for the Southern Maryland Pre-Release Unit, Hughesville, MD for over 27 years until his retirement in 1989. He was a member of the Wicomico Shores Golf Club. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 8, 2007 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 9, 2007 at 10:00 AM in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Rev. Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD. Pallbearers will be: Danny Bellere, II, Jeremy Graves, Danny Burroughs, Franklin Hill, Bob Wrabley and Chad Ellis. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Melanie Graves, Sarah Graves, Amy Graves and Sr. Blitz Wicomico Shores. Contributions may be made to: Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 15, Mechanicsville, MD 20659, Hospice of St. Mary's County, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 and/or Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 27106 Mount Zion Church Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. To send a condolence for the family in memory of Samuel Norwood Graves, Sr. please visit our website at www.mgfh.com. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
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“Irma and family, our very deepest sympathy to all of you in your time of loss. Norwood was a very special person. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Ms. Irma, our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you and your family.”
“From Tucson Arizona, My thoughts and prayers are with my Golfing buddy, Norwood. He was a true Gentleman.”
“Irma,So sorry to hear about Norwood,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Mrs. Graves and family So sorry about your husband’s death. My prayers are for you and your family. “
“I am very sadden by the loss our family has taken but I know that Norwood is in heaven playing golf with Saint Peter waitng for us to join them one day. Also he would want us to all be strong and brave for him and the entire family during this sad time and beyond. “
“Irma and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. “
“Irma you are in our hearts. I’m going to miss Irkwood.I love all you guys.”
“Chuck, Loretta, and family, we are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.”
“Irma and Family, Mr. Graves was one of the nicest men I have ever met. I am sure he is in a better place. There is some peace when you know he is no longer suffering. He will be missed by many people. Sam, You and your family are in my prayers. I will see you soon. Bill”
“Irma, Brenda and family, our deepest sympathy to all of you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Brenda Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You.”
“Irma, we were so sorry to hear about Norwood’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sorrowful time. Son and Elaine Wood”
“”Irma” and Family: Sharing your sorrow. At such a time there isn’t much that anyone can say, but many thoughts go out to you in sympathy today. We are so sorry about Norwood, we know how close you two were. You will always have your treasured memories. Sorry we cannot attend the services in person to offer our condolences, but you will be in our prayers. Doris & Skip Jones”
“You know we’re here for you if you need us. Call us if you do. “
“Irma, Chuck, and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your “Beloved Norwood”. He was one of a kind and will be deeply missed by all. Our prayers and sincere thoughts are with you and your families at this difficult time. Dee & Bob Braddock”
“”Irma, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family””
“Irma and family, our very deepest sympathy to all of you in your time of loss, Norwood was a good golfing buddy and will be missed by all. “
“Irma and family, very sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Irma and Family, Very sorry to hear about Norwood, we have many fond memories of him. He will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.”
“IRMA AND FAMILY, OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU. YOU WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. FROM EVERYONE AT METRO REST. AND JANITORIAL SUPPLIES”
“Irma, We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Chuck, we were deeply saddened to learn about your loss.We will keep your family in our prayers.”
“To the family and friends of Norwood—–He will be missed by all of us———–My prayers are for everyone”
“Ms.Irma,Chuck and family, Please know that you are in our prayer’s during this difficult time. May God Bless you and keep you strong. We love you, The Mason family”
“Irma, Brenda, and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will keep your family in our prayers.”
“Irma and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Irma, I am so sorry to hear about Norwood. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Now dad has another golf playing partner.”
“Brenda – my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Take one day at a time, and we are here for you if you need anything.”
“Brenda… So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. Norwood sure will be missed but never forgotten. “
“I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Irma, Sam and Betsy, Sincere condelences on your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.”
“Irma and Family- My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have very fond memories of growing up next door and visiting with my sisters. Love, Susan”
“Irma and Family: We are so sorry to hear about Norwood’s passing. He was very special person and will certainly be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Irma and family- Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Norwood was such a great guy and will be missed.”
Sam Graves is human sewage and I look forward to you settling your debt with me. You will be spit roasted in a place your very familiar with.