COSHOCTON- Frank Hanley Graves, 87, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at his residence surrounded by family.

He was born May 30, 1938, in Huntington, WV to the late James and Elizabeth (Rowe) Graves. A veteran of the US Navy, Frank served four years between the USS Lake Champlain, USS Enterprise, & USS Forrestal. He was a farmer and spent 40+ years as an over-the-road truck driver, including several years as owner/operator of his own rig. He enjoyed playing cards and participating in bowling leagues in his younger years. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, and person. And above all, he loved the Lord.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Vess) Graves of Coshocton, whom he married March 19, 1977; three children, Diana (Kevin) Baker of Mt. Vernon, Beth (Brent) McPhillen of Dresden, and Becky Graves of Columbus; nine grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three children, Ricky Brewer, Terry Lee Graves, and Kathy Graves; four brothers; five sisters; and his former wife, Anna Lee (Brewer) Graves.

Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2025, at Fischer Funeral Home in Danville. Pastor Ken Springer officiated. Burial followed in Workman Cemetery. Graveside military rites were performed by the Knox Co. Joint Veterans Council Honor Guard. Calling hours were held Thursday evening, August 14, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. 

Memorial donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org; or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, stjude.org.