Mr. William Graham
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Mr. William Graham

  • September 27, 1956 - January 28, 2012
  • Hot Springs, Arkansas
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“Bill is the kind of friend that you hope you will get to see again one day. May God bless him and his family. ”
1 of 19 | Posted by: Michael A. Jones Sr. - AR

“Bill was a good friend, classmate and team mate with whom I had the privilege and good fortune to share the transition from childhood to young adult....Read More » ”
2 of 19 | Posted by: Jerry Parker - Maumelle, AR

“So sorry to read this. The Hales love the Grahams'. Thoughts are with you all. Wish we were closer. Mother is visiting with me in San Angelo now....Read More » ”
3 of 19 | Posted by: marilynn hale golightly - TX

“Although we lost touch with you, Cinde and I always thought of you as a close Friend, lots of memories and fun. Gods Speed and God bless, Bill ”
4 of 19 | Posted by: Alan & Cinde Grissom - AR

“Graham family, So sorry to hear about Bill. He always said hello when we would meet. We had some good fun playing in the Hot Springs Auto...Read More » ”
5 of 19 | Posted by: russ smith - hot springs, AR

““They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.” ~ Williams Penn Words can't express the...Read More » ”
6 of 19 | Posted by: Courtney Rasmussen Tiller - AR

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sammy and family ”
7 of 19 | Posted by: Jerry and Rhonda Snyder - AR

“Loss is never easy for those left behind...I can honestly say memories are what will sustain you so hold them close. May he rest in peace and find...Read More » ”
8 of 19 | Posted by: Mary Jane Pascual Sherer - AR

“Prayers and condolences go out to Bill's Family and Friends. He will be missed by all of us. Bill always made me laugh! Rick Myrick and...Read More » ”
9 of 19 | Posted by: Rick Myrick

“I'm so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of Bill from high school... He was truly a sweet and genuinely warm friend. I'm sure he...Read More » ”
10 of 19 | Posted by: Holly Walsh Fish - New Castle, NH

“Mary and Stacy, I am so sorry you lost your father. We will all miss him. He will live forever in our hearts. Love you both. ”
11 of 19 | Posted by: Connie Kinsey - Hot Springs, AR

“So sorry for your loss, will be praying God wraps his arms around all the family and gives You comfort and peace. ”
12 of 19 | Posted by: Linda (Terrell) Garner - AR

“Rest in peace, my sweet friend, and know that you gave us all joy, happiness and lots and lots of laughter!! You were always the sweetest, kindest...Read More » ”
13 of 19 | Posted by: Gayle Lawson - Hot Springs, AR

“May God surround the family with His loving arms and give them peace and comfort. ”
14 of 19 | Posted by: Judy Morse - Holtville, CA

“May God comfort you all in your time of loss. Bill was always a great friend to me and a wonderful man. He was loved by many and will be truly missed. ”
15 of 19 | Posted by: Tracie Brooks - Hot Springs, AR

“Sam & Jeannie, So sorry for your loss. Will be praying for you & your family. ”
16 of 19 | Posted by: Sheila Adams - Hot Springs, AR

“We will miss our childhood friend and favorite "baby brother". Love to you all. ”
17 of 19 | Posted by: Suzie and Jon Burch - Hot Springs, AR

“Sincere Sympathy ”
18 of 19 | Posted by: Nancy Koonce - Hot Springs, AR

“Bill was one of the "gooduns".In his spare time he liked guns and shooting, at the range, nothing pleased him more than helping a novice learn to...Read More » ”
19 of 19 | Posted by: Lindsay Fraser - Hot Springs, AR


William Richard Graham (Bill), 55, of Hot Springs, died Saturday, January 28 at St. Joseph's Hospital after a brief illness. He was born September 27, 1956, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Hot Springs. He was the son of Dr. Richard Francis Graham and Mary Sue Darneal Graham, who both predeceased him. He graduated from Lakeside High School and attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville where he pledged Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity.
Bill was an employee of Windows USA and had previously been employed by several automobile dealerships in and around Hot Springs. A former athlete himself, he loved Arkansas Razorbacks football, and was an avid fan of all sports, including football, golf, fishing, hunting, and boat racing.
He is survived by daughter Mary Graham Burgess, son-in-law Adam Burgess, and grandsons Kaelyn and Brock Burgess, all of Bentonville; daughter Stacy Graham of Bentonville; brother Sam Graham and sister-in-law Jeanie Graham of Hot Springs; sister Katharyn Graham Rucki and brother-in-law John Rucki of Sayreville, New Jersey; sister Suzanne Graham Scott and brother-in-law Holms Scott of Spring, Texas, and their three daughters, Rebecca Scott of Dallas, Texas, Susannah Scott of Arlington,Texas, and Molly Rex, of Richardson,Texas.
The family wishes to extend sincere thanks for the compassionate care provided by the hospice team at St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital.
Arrangements are being made by Gross Mortuary and will be announced later.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arkansas Hospice at www.ArkansasHospice.org or Arkansas Hospice, 14 Parkstone Circle, North Little Rock, Arkansas, 72116.