Ralph Frederick (Freddy) Graham, Jr., age 72, of Claxton, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019.  He was born in Charleston, WV, to the late Ralph Frederick and Genevieve Graham.   Freddy grew up in Oak Ridge and graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1965; served in the U.S. Army; and retired in 2005 from the Y-12 National Security Complex after 36 years of service. He was passionate about fly fishing and enjoyed many outdoor adventures with his wife and soulmate of 33 years.  In addition to his wife Sonya, he is survived by two sons and daughter-in-laws:  Jimmy (Kristi) Graham and Charlie (Mary Ellen) Graham.  He was a proud grandfather to: Isaac, Ethan, Beau, and Libby Graham.  Freddy is also survived by his three siblings:  Steve Graham, Teresa Graham, and Gina (Bruce) Creekmore and their families, as well as his father-in-law (Sonny Gill); mother-in-law (Opal Gill); brother-in-law and sister-in-law (Don and Pat Gill) and their family; and his loyal dog Maggie.

The Graham family would like to thank his nurse, Beth Gump, and the caring staff at NHC Farragut, as well as Dr. Gary Wells and Dr. Wendell Lawson and their staff for their continued care and support.

Family and friends will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens (Edgemoor Road) for a graveside service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an animal rescue of your choice or the American Heart Association.  Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of all arrangements.  holleygamble.com