Graham, Gerald A. 78, of Springfield, Ohio, formerly of Rock Island, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Gerald was born October 9, 1943 in Rock Island, Illinois, son of Delphia Maring and Laurence Graham. He married Karen Brooks on July 4, 1964 and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage.

Gerald was a proud member of the Local 402 UAW and worked at Farmall and Navistar for 46 years. During his retirement, Gerald enjoyed hobbies including fishing, hunting, salvaging, puzzles, and volunteering at the Buck Creek State Park campground. There he spent 5 years donating his time for events, decorating, and other various jobs. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially Terry and Sherry McFall.

Gerald is survived by his Wife, Karen; Children: Dennis (Salli) Graham, Teresa (Rex) Jackson, and Shawn Graham; brother Dennis M. Graham; Grandchildren: Anthony, Nathaniel, Brandon, Duncan, and Madison; Great-Grandchildren: Kamden, Kaeson, and one lovingly expected; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother in law, Chuck Brooks; and sister in law, Rita Wells. The family would like to give special thanks to his Hospice crisis care nurses. Dean, Brad, Jennifer, Kim, Rhonda, and Ken provided amazing care to Gerald during his final days. Per his wishes, there will not be a public service. Arrangements in care of Ferncliff Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.FerncliffCemetery.org.