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James Graver Obituary
James Maynard Graver, 69, of Palmerton, passed away Friday, April 22, 2022, at the St Luke's Carbon Campus. He was the husband of Karen (Furry) Graver. They would have shared 49 years of marriage this coming July.
Born in Palmerton, he was a son of the late William and Perma (Neff) Graver.
For most of his early years he worked as a welder at Cooper Industrial. After changing career paths, he loved his job as a butcher at the former Marshall's Meat Market and Country Harvest, Palmerton.
James loved the outdoors, riding his motorbike and also enjoyed cooking.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters, Heather, wife of Jerry Ahner; Mitzanne Graver-Conway, wife of Ronald Conway; sons, Eric and Daniel; six grandchildren; a brother, Harry, and his sister, Perma; many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by brothers, Tom, Billy and Michael.
Service: All services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be sent to the Lehighton Animal Hospital, c/o Brooke Foundation, 246 N. 6th St., Lehighton PA 18235.
Mayes-Melber Funeral Home, Weissport, is in charge of arrangements.
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jIM mILLER
April 19, 2025
SO SORRY FOR YOUR ;LOSS
Janice krock
May 21, 2022
Dearest Karen and family so very sorry of the loss of Jim.I am so late with this condolence.I just found out from one of our other relation.my thoughts and prayers are with you all.I always enjoyed our reunions and catching up with family.will keep you all forever in my God Bless
Diane Paulhamus
April 30, 2022
Sorry to hear that Jimmy passed on suddenly. I remember the day that you were married. It was several years ago when he was at one of our family reunions. Praying for you and your family.
Rod & Marianne Kleintop
April 30, 2022
Our deepest sympathies to the Graver family.
Jenelle Costenbader (Dutko) & Family
April 29, 2022
Please accept our sincerest condolences during this difficult time.
Diz Schaffer Szucs
April 29, 2022
I certainly do remember Jim from high school! I always found him to be funny and friendly, always, towards me. However, we became friends when he would visit his grandmother up on Edgemont Avenue in Palmerton when I lived up there for a very short while. I got to know Jim and his brother, Tom, very well!! We always had the best of times up on Edgemont Avenue.
I offered my sincere sympathies and condolences to Karen and all the children. Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers during this time of sorrow, hurt, and pain. Diz
Class of 1970 PHS
April 29, 2022
Class of 1970, Palmerton High School, sends their sincere sympathies to both Karen and the entire James Graver family. We are saddened to learn of the loss of another classmate. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all of this difficult time!
Joe O´Gurek
April 26, 2022
Karen my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your husband and their father. You are in my prayers.
Nancy Green
April 26, 2022
Karen, my deepest condolences go out to you and your family. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary KCL Herman
April 25, 2022
I will never forget you, Jim. I will miss your visits to the boat launch to spend time with your many friends. My deepest condolences to Karen, Heather, Eric, Mitzanne and Dan. We will a see you again. Fly high and rest in peace. KCL
Carla Schmidt
April 25, 2022
Karen and family,
My deepest sympathies. You are in my prayers.
Jim Miller
April 25, 2022
So sorry to hear this,I knew him well years ago!
Mary Plant
April 25, 2022
Karen & family: Sending my deepest condolence to you and your children, thinking of all of you at this very difficult time.
phyllis smith
April 25, 2022
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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