James Leroy Graham, Sr.

James LeRoy "Jim" Graham, Sr., age 79 of Xenia, formerly of Southern California, passed away on August 11, 2022, at SOIN Medical Center. He was born on April 4, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, the son of the late Clarence and Grazia Graham.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Clarence "Bud" Graham, Jr.

Jim is survived by his children, Tiffany (Gearld) Valenzuela, William (Kathleen) Graham, Catherine (Wayne) Dailey, Jacquelyne (Sean) Shields, Nicole (Paul) Weilhart, James Graham, Jr. and Adam Graham; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, including Aubrielle, Joshua, Jeremiah, Summer, Grayson, Gabriel, William, Matthew, Amanda, Kimberly, Teagan, Noah, Trinity, Kylie, Hailee, Joshua, Nathan, Jacob, and Zoe; and many other loving family and friends.

He served his country proudly by serving in the United States Army. Jim worked for many years for a variety of Non-Profit Organizations in Social Services. He reached out and helped so many people throughout his years. He volunteered and donated to numerous organizations, including serving as a Soldier with the Salvation Army. In his free time, he enjoyed playing brass instruments, sailing his sailboat, fundraising, and most importantly, spending time with his grandkids. He lived for his grandkids and their happiness meant the world to him! He was devoted to his family and those in need. Jim was a kind, selfless, loving soul who was always there with a helping hand.

Military Graveside Services will be held at Dayton National Cemetery, 4400 West Third Street, Dayton, OH, in the near future. Please visit again for updates on the date and time of those services.

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