Howard Graf Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Howard Graf of Mexico, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Howard left this world on November 6, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Howard Graf to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arnold Graf and Arlimay Graf (Henderson); his siblings, Arlene Moon and Bob Graf; his stepgrandson Alex Keith; and his son-in-law Bob Dempski.

He is survived by: his wife Dorothy Graf; his children, Mike Graf (Debbie) of Lake Ozark, Janet Graf Dempski of Lee's Summit and Ken Graf (Laura) of O'Fallon; his grandchildren, Brian Graf (Sara), Justin Graf (Maya), Josh Graf, Lauren Richard (Paul), Kyle Dempski, Erika Dempski (Kyle), Brett Dempski, Heather Larson (Mike), Anthony Graf (Melinda), Jesse Graf (Caitlan) and John Graf (Savannah); his stepgrandson Adam Keith; his great grandchildren, Sofia, Aya, Harmony, Brecklyn, Chloe, Camden, Lilliana, Alex and Ellie; his half-sister Linda Groves (Thomas) of Mexico; and his sister-in-law Marge Graf of Mexico. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Arnold Funeral Home (425 S Jefferson St, Mexico, MO 65265). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 15th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Memorial donations may be made to the First Christian Church or the Missouri Veterans Home.