VETERAN

James Daniel Graham

October 30, 1951 – May 28, 2023

Lived 71 years

Memorial Park Cemetery · Vincennes, IN

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James D. “Gunny” Graham, 71, of Vincennes, went to his heavenly home on May 28, 2023.

He was born in Blue Island, Illinois, on Oct. 30, 1951, to the late Harold Graham and Mary Alice Lurch. Gunny worked as a truck driver, transporting grain for many years. He was a member of the First Church of God. Gunny served as Chaplin for Rolling Thunder and the Veteran’s Memorial of America. Gunny proudly served his country both in the Marines and the Army during the Vietnam War. This is where he received his nickname “Gunny” for being a Gunnery Sergeant. In his free time he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, talking on the CB radio, deer hunting, fishing, and spending time with his great-grandchildren. Gunny was known for always talking to people, and many would say he never knew a stranger. He will be deeply missed by all.

Gunny was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, David Cary; and several siblings.

He is survived by his wife of seven years, Bridget (Todd) Graham; ex-wife of 36 years, Debra Maynard; children, Carla (Michael) Devine, Daniel Graham, Brian Graham; grandchildren, Holly (Jeremy) Zacek, Johnathan Devine, Stephanie Devine, Marshall Ramsey, Brian Schroeder; great-grandchildren, James and Jordyn Zacek, Grayson Jackson; siblings, Joyce (Patrick) McCarthy, Ana Cary, Sharon Weekley, Juanita Mooney; and many nieces and nephews.

Goodwin-Sievers is honored and entrusted with the care of Mr. Graham.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Monday at 524 Broadway St. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, also at 524 Broadway St., with burial at Memorial Park immediately following.

Memorial Donations can be made to the National Vet Memorial c/o Vietnam Wall in Mr. Graham’s honor.

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