In loving memory of Albert Graham: 1927-2025

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Albert Wilson Graham went peacefully in his sleep from natural causes on March 6, 2025.

He was born April 1, 1927, in Seattle, Washington.

He met the love of his life, Lois Pratt, when they were teenagers in Centralia, Washington. They got married on May 26, 1946, in Centralia, Washington. They were married for 65 years; they missed their 66th anniversary by 25 days.

Albert served in the Merchant Marines on a ship delivering supplies to U.S. soldiers in Europe during World War II.

He worked for Weyerhaeuser for many years at the shop in Pe Ell, Washington, where he earned the nickname Airman, retiring from there.

Albert and Lois enjoyed going to Yuma, Arizona, for the winter for many years after he retired.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lois; son, John Graham; grandson, Shawne Graham; and granddaughter, Angie Pedersen.

He is survived by his son, Dave Graham, and his daughter-in-law, Carol Graham; grandson, Brett Graham, and his fiancée, Maile Pierce; granddaughter, Jennifer Graham, and her fiancé, Dave Ayers; 13 great-grandkids; and seven great-great-grandkids.

There will be a graveside service at a later date.