Richard G Graber

Richard G. Graber, age 91 of Tuscarawas Twp. passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020. He was born in Dalton on May 17, 1929 to the late Merle and Gladys (Gibson) Graber. He was a 1947 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. He married Clara Hoot on July 26, 1952 and they shared 68 years together. Richard served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Following military service he worked in different managerial positions for Republic Steel and was also the Treasurer and Manager for West Stark Community Federal Credit Union. He was a Reserve Deputy Sheriff for 54 years, was the Scout Master for Troop # 938 and enjoyed working in his yard. He was a devoted family man and husband. He is survived by his wife Clara; his children Richard (Martha) Graber, Douglas (Sharon) Graber and Michael (Jane) Graber; his grandchildren Melissa (Jason) Gill, Adam (Caleigh) Graber, Aaron (Clare) Graber, Holly Graber, and Joseph Graber; 9 great-grandchildren; his sister Fahye Graber and a host of family and friends. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; son Gregory Graber; sister Carolyn Finger and his infant brother James Burton Graber. A Celebration of his life will be held on Friday, September 18, 2020 at 11a.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home in Massillon. The family will receive friends from 10a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will take place at Mt. Eaton Cemetery. Donations in Richard’s memory can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Continuing with COVID-19 precautions, all attending will be asked to follow proper social distancing protocol and masks are required. If you are not feeling well, or if you have compromised immune system, you are encouraged to stay home. Paquelet Funeral Home & Crematory – 330-833-3222