Obituary of Rollin Duane Graves

Rollin Duane Graves

Hemlock, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Pine Haven Assisted Living. Rollin was born on March 4, 1934 in Midland to the late Vern and Ruth (Kapanka) Graves. Rollin met his wife, Gay Cross while they were both working for the Midland and Frolic Theaters. They were married on May 28, 1955; she survives him. Rollin retired in June 1993 after 41 years of working as a meat cutter for A&P Groceries in East Tawas and Midland, Michigan. As a hobby, Rollin enjoyed designing and building furniture, growing a beautiful garden, and spending time in the kitchen baking.

Surviving are his wife of 70 years, Gay Alma Graves; a son Steven (Mary) Graves; a daughter, Penny (Gary Kennedy) Graves; grandchildren Megan (Eric) Scott; Brent (Jessica Warren-Klein) Graves; great-grandchildren, Brayden, Wesson, Brooke and Xavier; two brothers, Bruce and Gerald Graves; a sister Lorriane Phillips; a brother-in-law, Robert Cross. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters, Douglas, Larry Michael, Joan and Karen.

As per Rollin’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no service is planned. To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com.