Mike Graham

Mike Graham, age 71, of Waco, passed away late Friday night, November 10, 2023, at his residence.

A Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel in West, with Rev. Steve Adams officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. The family will receive visitors from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Click HERE for live stream of the service.

Mike was born July 19, 1952 in Waco, the son of Bobby Graham and Barbara (Dawson) West. He was a 1970 graduate of University High School. On August 1, 1985 he was united in marriage to Mary Sue Ford in Waco. He was a former Master Mason of Waco Lodge #92, a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, Karem Shriner, Royal Order Jester #115, and a member of numerous bass clubs and open tournaments. He worked for Bobby Graham Construction for 32 years. Mike was a great storyteller, master fisherman, provider for his family, and the father he didn't have to be. He was blessed to have a very loving, supportive wife, and loved spending time with his family.

Mike is preceded in death by his father; a brother, James Graham; and a special mother-in-law, Louise Grace Ford.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 38 years, Mary Sue Graham of Waco; mother, Barbara West and husband Wayne; children, Sunny Timmermann of Austin, Jeff Graham and wife Brandi of Gatesville, Krystal Stapleton of Hewitt, and Jason Graham of Waco; grandchildren, Michael Timmermann, Caitlyn Timmermann, Cody Graham, Kason Graham, Haylie Stapleton, Hollie Stapleton, Hayden Stapleton, and Marlie Graham; four great-grandsons; sister, Ricki Ann Olson and husband James; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Active pallbearers are his grandsons, and his nephews, William Gayle and Dawson Graham. Honorary pallbearers are Harry Volcik, James Olson, Mark Meinecke, Jerry Wright, and Alan Hensel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Karem Shrine (400 Karem Circle, Waco, TX 76712) or Community Healthcare of Texas.