Charles Edward Graham

Charles Edward Graham was born October 1, 1954, to the late Houston and Eva Dell Moss Graham. He was the youngest of thirteen children. He was preceded in death by his seven brothers, Ellis D. Graham, Jim Henry Graham, William Graham, James Graham, Bobby Graham, Louis O’Neal Graham, and Emmit Graham; and three sisters, Lula Pearl Hollingsworth, Dorothy Hamilton, and Thelma Phillips.

At an early age, he confessed faith in Christ at First Missionary Baptist Church, Russellville, and later became a member of Friendly Temple Church of God.

He attended Russellville High School and worked numerous jobs throughout the years. Charles was the esteemed owner of Charles Graham Concrete Company for over 20 years. Later, he retired as one of the best concrete finishers in the area.

He enjoyed watching the history channel, gardening, helping others, and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

Charles leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Priscilla Graham. They spent 55 years together, married for 38 of those years. He also leaves three daughters, Nina Byrd, Neco Hamilton (Charles), and Natalie Graham; one son, Bryan Hobbs; two sisters, Hattie Freeman and Bernice Burress; two sisters-in-law, Bessie Smith (Joe) and Thelma Hubbard; two brothers-in-law, Bishop Lonnie Freeman (Pamela) and Larry Freeman; one special nephew, John D. Graham; six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

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