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Eric Graves 1963 - 2021 photo Eric Graves He was born on October 9, 1963 in Canton, Ohio to Arthur Charles and Gloria Taylor Graves. He graduated from Canton McKinley High School in 1981. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and traveled to many places before returning to his hometown of Canton, Ohio, where he worked in retail sales before becoming a long time employee of the U.S. Postal Service in Akron, Ohio. Eric had an outgoing personality and was an avid sports fan, especially football and basketball. He also loved baseball and actively played during his teen years. Eric enjoyed spending quality time with family and dear friends and flashing that smile showing his deep dimples. He is survived by his devoted and loving parents, Arthur; beloved daughter, Arianna Graves of Columbus, Ohio; sons, Eric Graves, Jr. and Juan McElroy of Canton; (nine) grandchildren, Eric Jr., Tyler, Taylor, Jayce, Zion, Erykuh Graves, Jautia, Sa'Nhiand Juan McElroy; aunts, Mary Frances (Blaine) Davis of Rio Vista, Calf., Alma Bailey and Jeaneen Stevenson of Canton, Ohio; uncles, Billy (Linda) Taylor, Jerry (Eddie) Graves, Curtiss Graves, Kevin (Debbie) Stevenson of Canton, Ohio; nieces, Robin Graves of Charlotte, N.C.; Christian Graves of Canton, Ohio; nephew, Elijah Graves of Canton; and a host of cousins and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him. Eric passed away on January 1, 2021, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio from complications with pneumonia after a long term stay at Hanover House Care Facility in Massillon, Ohio. He was preceded in death most recently by his mother Gloria on Jan. 7, 2021; by his only sibling and older brother, Jeffrey Graves; grandparents, Cola and Daisy Taylor and Booker and Lueticher Stevenson; aunt, Celletta "Clo" Taylor Suggs, and uncle, Cola "Cole" Taylor Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2021 from 10-11 a.m. Services are private but will be live streamed from www.rhodenmemorialhome.com starting at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 14, 2021. To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store. Published in The Repository from Jan. 9 to Jan. 12, 2021. MEMORIAL EVENTS JAN 14 Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 AM flower Send Flowers Funeral services provided by Rhoden Memorial Home, Inc. 729 Cherry Avenue NE Canton, OH 44702 (330) 455-7944 flower Send Flowers phone Order by phone: (866) 764-7853 MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES No file chosen What would you like to say about Eric? Not sure what to say? Add a photo Your Name Your Email Address Your Relationship Get email updates for this page Add Memory Posting Guidelines FAQ 10 entries January 14, 2021 To Charles. Graves & Stevenson Families My heart aches for Eric departing worldly state. He suffers no more in His heaven state. Love you all Jenita Jenita Thomas - Taylor Friend January 13, 2021 R.I.P. Brother. Malcolm Moore Family January 12, 2021 May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Rev George B Woods Sr Friend January 12, 2021 My heartfelt condolences to the family from Pat Miles (Barksdale) Pat Friend January 13, 2021 Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time. Rhoden Memorial Home January 12, 2021 My sincere condolences and prayers to the family. Anchors away, rest in peace, just a note form a Marine. Pete Kazakis Friend January 12, 2021 As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Rev. George B. Woods Sr. Friend January 12, 2021 I am sorry to hear the passing of Eric, we went to school together, we played ball together, I also was close friends with his brother Jeff, we all grew up together in the neighborhood sorry for your loss. Paul G Mikusa Friend January 12, 2021 Eric no more pain or sickness. To the family of Eric Graves know that to be absent from the body is to present with God. You are all in our prayers. Pastor Umbola & Family Pastor Umbola Friend January 10, 2021 Bubbles I enjoyed our laughs at the post office you have been through sooo much but still had your sense of humor may you R.I.P forever!!!! Friend INVITE OTHERS TO ADD MEMORIES Share to let others add their own memories and condolences ADVICE & SUPPORT How to Offer Condolences Funerals During COVID-19 Grief: What to Expect Funeral Flower Etiquette View All Advice & Support Articles Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use © 2021 Legacy.com All rights Reserved
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