Burl Alfred Graham, Jr.

Burl Alfred Graham, Jr., age 85, of Winder passed away Friday, May 26, 2017 peacefully after a brave battle with prostate cancer in the presence of his loving companion Sheila Drake and his sister Katie Hardy.  Other survivors include his children Kathy, Julie, Joseph and daughter in law Susan, Thomas and daughter in law Michele and Patrick; 8 grandchildren, one great granddaughter and sister Marge Lenhardt. Originally from Detroit, Burl lived in Baldwinsville and Elbridge.  He was a former member of St. Augustines Parish.  He was formally married to Norma S. Graham.  He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict at Wright-Patterson air base in Ohio.  He worked at General Electronics Radar Division, retiring in 1992.  He enjoyed golfing, card games, and helping others in need. His sense of humor was appreciated by all. Lawson Funeral Home, 4532 Hwy 53, Hoschton, GA, 30548, http://www.lawsonfuneralhome.org, 706-654-0966.