David Graham Sr.

WEST RUTLAND — David “Curly” Graham Sr., 57, formerly of Rutland, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012, at Fletcher Allen Health Care Center in Burlington, following a brief illness.

He was born Sept. 29, 1955, in Proctor, the son of Frances (Chase) and Raymond J. Graham Sr.

He was employed by Farrell Distributing and E and E Trash Removers prior to becoming disabled.

Mr. Graham enjoyed helping out at Castleton Snack Bar, fishing, NASCAR, sports, and was a fan of the New England Patriots and Rutland Raiders.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie (Alexander) Graham of West Rutland; four children, Dawn, David Jr., both of Rutland, Melissa of West Rutland and Stephanie Greeno of Pittsford; five siblings, Vickie of Port Orange, Fla., Gary and Ann Grover, both of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Scott of Proctor and Brenda Rivers of Chittenden; seven grandchildren, a great-grandson, several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Raymond Jr.; and a granddaughter.

There will be no public calling hours.

The memorial service will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, at Jump for Fun, 132 Granger St., Rutland.

Memorial contributions may be made to David Graham Sr. Memorial Fund, PO Box 206, Rutland VT 05701.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Aldous Funeral Home.