Ricky Wayne Graham: Loris

1951 – 2026

     Ricky Wayne Graham, 75, a loving husband, daddy, and papa, of Loris, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family following an illness.

     Mr. Graham was born March 5, 1951 in Loris, son of the late Hubert Blake Graham and Louise Strickland Graham. He was of the Baptist faith.

     He was an avid fisherman and hunter and passed that love of the outdoors to “his girls”. As much as he loved fishing and hunting, nothing compared to the devotion and love he had for his family, especially his wife of 52 years, who he affectionately referred to as his “Bride”. He had an unmatched ability to light up a room with his humor, sneaky smile, and bright blue eyes that twinkled when he was being mischievous – which was often.

     In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one brother Randy L. Graham; two sons-in-law, Kenneth Bridges Jr. and Ken Davis; and father-in-law, Ottis D. Long.

     He is survived by his wife, Deborah Long Graham of the home; four daughters, Jamie R. Paschal (Roger) of Bladenboro, Amy M. Graham (Tim) of Myrtle Beach, Amanda G. Jernigan (Adam) of Whiteville, and Crystal C. Bridges (Chris) of Aynor; one brother, Ronnie B. Graham (Cynthia) of Tabor City, NC; grandchildren Joel, Zachary (Arianna), Logan (Haley), Lily, Tony (Ashley), and Donna; one great grandchild, Kenlee Jean; one special niece, Tracie Tyler (Trenton); and numerous other nieces and nephews.

     No services were planned.

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