Service Details
A private service and interment with Military Honors will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials have been suggested to the Fisher House, Seasons Hospice Foundation or the Ascension All Saints Hospital Foundation.
STURTEVANT – Mr. Donald Graves, 88, passed away at Accent Care IPC in Oak Creek on April 7, 2022.
Don was born in Oakfield, WI on May 19, 1933, the son of the late Myron and Mildred (nee Welch) Graves. He graduated from William Horlick High School in 1951. He then served his nation with the US Army just after the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed.
Don worked for SC Johnson Wax for 40 years. He was able to enjoy 30 years of retirement. Don enjoyed his free time bowling, golfing, vacations in Florida and being in the company of his family.
In addition to his loving wife Edna (nee Bislew), Don is survived by his daughters and son, Jane Graves of Minneapolis, Don (Lucy) Graves of Wind Lake, WI, Candace (Adrian) Whidden of St. Petersburg, FL.; his grandchildren, Adam, Annicka, Noelle, Charlotte and Claudia; his sisters and brother, Joyce Van Valzah of Milwaukee, Delores Kelley of Fond du lac, WI and Michael (Catherine) Graves of Plant City, FL; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law, William Van Valzah and Norbert Kelley.
A private service and interment with Military Honors will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove. Memorials have been suggested to the Fisher House, Seasons Hospice Foundation or the Ascension All Saints Hospital Foundation.
A heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff at Ascension All Saints, Seasons Hospice, and Lakeshore at Siena for the loving and professional attention Don received while under their care.
Edward Guion says
Don was one of the finest gentlemen I ever met in Racine. I thoroughly enjoyed our many conversations after our many golf rounds together. Eddie Guion Wind Point
Tom Schuenke says
Hi Jane I am praying for your family as you grief the loss of your Father! Your Minnesota school family will support you as needed!
Blessings Tom
Brian & Connie Konicek says
Don was a GREAT FRIEND !!
I will always remember his helpful knowledge for bowling.
His hearty laugh always was nice to hear.
We’ ll all miss you.
Sandy Lutze says
My sympathy to you Edna and family with the passing of Don. Alan and Don shared many days golfing & Fla golf trips with Bruce and Charlie. They are all together again and enjoying sunny days above golfing and bantering with each other. Embrace the memories..Sandy Lute
Bill and Carole Bislew says
We’ve known Don since sister Edna brought him to our house while they were dating. Over the decades, we’ve laughed, argued, reminisced, and sometimes agreed to disagree. We’ll remember his laugh and his pride in his grandchildren. He was a good man. Rest in peace. We’ll pray for him as long as we live.
Raymond C. Rorek says
Raymond and Joan Rorek would like to offer our condolences to Don’s family on his passing may he Rest In Peace.
Tom Babicky says
Don was our neighbor on Durand Ave. His daughter Jane and our daughter Janette were friends. I’d see and talk to him sometimes at Ives Grove golf course.
JD says
Loved his sense of humor
Lou Ann Urness says
As a child uncle Donnie was present in many of my celebrations. Always loving . He will be greatly missed by his family. Edna I pray that you are surrounded by the love of family and friends at this difficult time. I will keep you in my prayers
Debbie Albright & Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Danny Montee says
Many fond memories of Don and my big brother Jack.
I was the little guy on the 3 man ski behind Don’s boat on the Fox River in the 50’s. I remember those beautiful new cars he always had.
RIP Don,