Forest Patrick Graves Obituary
We announce the death of Forest Patrick Graves (Yelm, Washington), who passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 74. Forest will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth W. Graves and E. Winona Graves (Esmay); his son-in-law Benjamin O. Kroupa; and his brothers, George, Donald, Tad, Ed and Kenneth Graves.
He is survived by: his significant other Nina J. Graves; his children, Ryan F. P. Graves and Melinda W. Peck; his son-in-law Theodore; his daughter Dayna L. Kroupa; his sister Judy Lange; his grandchildren, Connor, Michaela, Duncan, Brandon, Kylee, Alyssa, Bryce, Vanessa, Holly and Brennen; and his great grandchildren, Forrest, Marlow and Myles. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 7th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Emanuel Lutheran Church (206 3rd St SE, Yelm, WA 98597).
