"Dear family of Chris, We were sorry to hear of your lose but so thankful that Chris is in heaven with Our Lord Jesus now. Jim and I and many others in our First Baptist Church, Enid, OK are wanting to know where Jean Ann is and how to get in touch with her. Please let us know. You have our deepest sympathy in your lose. Love in Christ, Jim & Lois Ann Brooks 4213 Bunker Hill St. Enid, O K 73703 580-233-2580 or jimlizie@gmail.com"
In loving memory of
Christopher T. Graham
January 28, 1954 - October 3, 2012
GRAHAM, CHRISTOPHER T. Chris Graham triumphed over ALS with wit, courage, and resilient faith, arriving to safe harbor with God and the great host of witnesses on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Dr. Christopher T. Graham, age 58, of Roswell, GA, is survived by his wife Carol Graham of 34 years; his children, Katie, Taylor, and Drew; grandchildren, Emily, Avery and Elliot; his two sisters, Kay Ann Rudd and Nancy Moreland; brother, Steve; his mother Kean Ann Graham. The celebration of his life will occur first in an informal service of story sharing and song with family and friends on Friday evening at 7 o'clock pm at Church of the Savior at 1950 Old Alabama Road in Roswell and during the memorial service on Saturday, October 13 at 2 o'clock pm at Northside Drive Baptist Church at 3100 Northside Drive NW in Atlanta. Graduating from Enid High School in 1972, Oklahoma Baptist University in 1976, Southern Baptist Seminary with a Master of Divinity in 1981, and Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University in 1991 with a Doctor of Ministry. Dr. Graham championed the mantra that " Jesus died to take away our sins, not our minds." He served several parishes throughout his lifetime, but his most recent tenure was a pastor of Church of the Savior, a UCC congregation in Roswell, and as chaplain at Compassionate Hospice of Georgia. His passions included working in his garden; running the Peachtree Road Race in July; taking up the cello at the age of 50 and advancing to perform the Prelude to Bach's Cello Suite No.1; dialoguing in interfaith community with Jews. Muslims, and Christians; and challenging parishioners to explore the mystery of God by looking to the tangible in one another. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in memory of Dr. Graham to the ALS Association of Georgia, 1955 Cliff Valley Way, #116, Atlanta, GA 30329.
Arrangements by Byars Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 155 Professional Park Drive, Cumming, GA. Online condolences at www.byarsfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Sincere condolences for your loss. May God bring you comfort at this difficult time. Rev.21:3-4"
"Dear Mrs. Graham,The Vicar Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Mathew Koshy and the members of St Marys Orthodox Church Atlanta would like to extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing away of your husband, Pastor Dr. Christopher T Graham. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.With Prayers & RegardsPrasad Philipose404-434-1829 (Cell)Secretary ST. MARY's ORTHODOX CHURCH ATLANTAPOST BOX 1153TUCKER, GA-30085Email id: secretary@stmarysatl.comWebsite: http://www.stmarysatl.com/"
"I knew Chris as far back as Hayes Elementary in Enid. Chris was always a straight shooter, friendly, and never boastful. Obviously, Chris lived a life that was full. I will see you on the other side my friend. Save me a seat.Steve FoglesongLas Cruces, NM"
"I share your grief and joyful memories of Chris: his beautiful smile,charisma and talent.Thinking of all of you with love.Charlotte Dewberry"
"My former high school student. . . one of the very finest young men to graduate from Enid High School. It was a pleasure to know Chris and have him as a student. Tremendous wit and compassion. . . a friend to so many.Jim MorrisCastle Pines, CO"
"Prasad Philipose, Secretary purchased the Love's Journey for the family of Dr. Christopher T. Graham."