Phillip E. Graham, 92, of Industry, passed away on June 9, 2025, at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 24, 1932, in Industry, PA, he was the son of the late Hugh and Elsie Graham. Phillip was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served in WWII, stationed in Germany, in the Seventh Army. After returning home, he served a short time at Crucible, in Midland. Starting in 1958 he spent the rest of his career as a truck driver for various companies. He ended his career at Matlack, Neville Island. His truck driving career lasted for many years. He was member of Teamsters 273, a former member of Four Mile Church, and a faithful member of Bridgewater Presbyterian Church, where he served as an Elder, Co-leader of the Prayer Group, and the leader of the church’s Aluminum Recycling project. He was a former member of the King Beaver Chorus. He was an avid bird watcher and member of the Brooks Bird Club. With his white beard and hair and love of children, he served years as a Santa Helper. His greatest love was his family and will be greatly missed by them.
In addition to his parents, Phillip is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Joann Hope Alcock (2014); daughter, Sharon Kay; son, Phillip Wayne; brothers, Howard William “Bill” Graham, and Nathan Hugh Graham; and his granddaughter, Maribeth Graham.
Phillip will be sadly missed by his daughter, Debra Deem, of Industry; sister, Maxine Gerkin, of Minesota; grandchildren, Nate (Casey) Deem, Ben (Kim) Deem, and Deanna Graham; great-grandchildren, Nate, Isaac, and Wyatt Deem, and Kyra Graham; great-great-grandchildren, Lennon, and Violet; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Phil participated in a visitation service to shut-ins and lived a life of discipleship service to all with love of Jesus and compassion for all.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Four Mile Church, 6078 Tuscarawas Road, Beaver, PA 15009 on Friday June 13, 2025 at 11am.
Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Phillip’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Encompass, Guardian, the former Beaver Valley Rehab and Nursing, as well as Good Samaritan Hospice. Also, a very special thank you to Phillip’s special friend, Shirley Friend, for all the love and care given to Phillip over the years.