Obituary for James Graven | David Lee Funeral Home & Cremation Services

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  • Date Of Birth: September 24, 1926
  • Date Of Death: October 4, 2013
  • State: Michigan

Graven, James Andrew Age 87, of Longville, formerly Plymouth, MN, passed away on October, 4 of natural causes. Jim is preceded in death by his wife Joan, his siblings and parents. Jim was born in Hutchinson, MN on Sept. 24, 1926. He graduated from Hutchinson HS and continued his education at Luther College, obtaining a teaching degree in Social Studies and Physical Education. He served in the United States Army from 1945-1946. Jim was married to Joan Dayton on June 11, 1950, and enjoyed 50 years of marriage. Jim worked as a teacher, coach and athletic director with the Wayzata Public School District for over 30 years. Throughout his life, he held the relationships developed with colleagues, athletes and friends in high regard. He enjoyed the cabin, fishing and family. Jim is survived by children, Christine (Kurt), Rebecca (Ed), James (Fran); grandchildren, Joanna, Jonathan (Julie), Sarah (Eric), Bethany (Kris) Elizabeth and Jack; great grandchildren, Becca, Brennan, Brady and Kellan and other family and friends.

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