We lost a great Rotarian on July 20th when Jim Graham died. Jim was a faithful Rotarian and good friend.
Among many other things, Jim led the committee that developed the first Moline Rotary website, and was integral in the many updates along the way.
Thank you, Jim, for putting Service Above Self in your many good deeds during your long life!
Here is Jim's Obituary:
James A. Graham, age 95, a resident of Wheaton, IL, formerly of Moline, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023. He was born April 1, 1928 in Howard County, IN, to Charles & Bertha Graham.
He received a master's degree ('53) in agricultural engineering from Purdue University. James had a remarkable career with John Deere, where he served in many positions as an engineer including Director of Reliability. He retired from the Technical Center in 1987 after 35 years of service.
James was an active and valued member of the Rotary in Moline for many years where he was committed to serving others. He also served several years on the City of Moline Planning Commission. James was an active member at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Moline.
He is survived by his children Marilyn Graham & Charles (Ellen) Graham; his daughter-in-law Rebeca Graham; his grandchildren James (Vanessa) Graham, Abigail Graham & Julia (Robert) Guest; his great-granddaughter Paulina Guest; and several siblings, numerous stepchildren, step-grandchildren, and many nieces & nephews.
He was preceded in death by his three wives: Julia, Helen & Velma; his son Michael; his grandson George Graham.
A visitation will be held at St. John Lutheran Church, 410 N. Cross, Wheaton, IL 60187, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Moline, IL.
Family and friends may sign a guest book at hultgrenfh.com. For more information, please call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.
He received a master's degree ('53) in agricultural engineering from Purdue University. James had a remarkable career with John Deere, where he served in many positions as an engineer including Director of Reliability. He retired from the Technical Center in 1987 after 35 years of service.
James was an active and valued member of the Rotary in Moline for many years where he was committed to serving others. He also served several years on the City of Moline Planning Commission. James was an active member at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Moline.
He is survived by his children Marilyn Graham & Charles (Ellen) Graham; his daughter-in-law Rebeca Graham; his grandchildren James (Vanessa) Graham, Abigail Graham & Julia (Robert) Guest; his great-granddaughter Paulina Guest; and several siblings, numerous stepchildren, step-grandchildren, and many nieces & nephews.
He was preceded in death by his three wives: Julia, Helen & Velma; his son Michael; his grandson George Graham.
A visitation will be held at St. John Lutheran Church, 410 N. Cross, Wheaton, IL 60187, on Saturday, August 5, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Moline, IL.
Family and friends may sign a guest book at hultgrenfh.com. For more information, please call Hultgren Funeral Home at 630-668-0027.