Merlin Eugene Graftema Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Merlin Eugene Graftema of Conklin, Michigan, who passed away on February 11, 2023, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Merlin Graftema and Phyllis Graftema; his former life partner Beth Ann Rillema; his grandchildren, Maria, Brandi and Justin; his great grandchildren, Addison and Quill; his sister Carolyn Stubbs; and his brother-in-law Howard McDonald.
He is survived by : his children, Randy Graftema (Terrie), Kim Krey (Robert), LeAnn Usher (Don), Gina Shepard (Alan), Ted Graftema (Josie), Scott Graftema (Pam) and Lisa Seid; his wife Marilyn; his sister Linda McDonald; his nieces, Sheila Nowicki (Dave) and Michelle Broton; and his nephew Marc Broton (Val). He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Harbor Hospice.
