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Eva Graf, 76

03/21/2009

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Eva Graf, 76, of East Street died Saturday, March 21, 2009, at home, surrounded by family. She was born in Tooele, Utah, on July 7, 1932. Mrs. Graf was an active member of Calvary Christian Chapel and founding board member of Hearts of the Father Outreach. She was well known as a gifted counselor, marvelous cook, talented massage therapist and creative dramatist. She was appreciated for her sensitive spiritual insight and her selfless service to family and friends. She loved singing and playing games with all her children and numerous grandchildren. She and her husband, Eugene J. Graf Jr., were married in July 1973. Besides her husband, she leaves her children Vanet Jensen, David Welchman, Eva Dean Welchman, Douglas Welchman, Paula Welchman, Denise Graf, Lonnie Welchman, Noni MacLeay, Jon Graf, Matthew Graf and their families; her siblings, Peter Black, Beverly Black, Richard Black, Karen Bushman, George Black, Ann Ransom and their families. She had 24 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughters Lisa Paul and Sarah Welchman and her first husband, Arnell H. Welchman. FUNERAL NOTICE — A memorial service celebrating the life of Mrs. Graf will be held on Friday, March 27, at 11 a.m. from Calvary Christian Chapel. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 26, from 4 to 7:30 at Finnerty and Stevens Funeral Home in Great Barrington. Memorial contributions may be made to Hearts of the Father Outreach in Sheffield through the funeral home, 426 Main St., Great Barrington, MA 01230. Family floral arrangements are being handled by E.B. Dolby Florist in Great Barrington. Remembrances, memories and reflections may be sent to the family through www.finnertyandstevens.com.

Recollections & Sympathy For the Family Post Comment

As the months pass and our memories cycle through the many special moments of birthdays, holidays, and familiar places it is so clear that Eva's depth of knowing and generosity of heart continues to influence us. May you all feel the divine love that she was clearly a part of and continues to be.
from: Dr Martha Eddy	on: 07-25-2009

With great love to Gene and all the family. You gave and give Eva so much love. She admires you from her place in the heavens for the absolute beautiful family that you are. She is in you and you in her. It is all good. It is all God. With love to you Eva for all you taught me, that we are all children of God and that we will all return to those loving arms when our time is perfect.
from: Sharon Massoth	on: 03-30-2009

I send prayers and love to Eva and Gene's family, friends and community. May their hearts be filled with peace at this time of transition. Though it has been a great many years, Eva will always be remembered as an remarkable woman who touched and inspired many. With many hugs to all, Ruth Eddy Minot (RuthEddy@aol.com)
from: Ruth Eddy Minot	on: 03-26-2009

My regards and prayers for all of the many who loved and were loved by Eva. Kathy Baker kathy1baker@comcast.net
from: Kathy Baker	on: 03-25-2009

To the entire Graf and Welshman family, I extend my deepest sympathy. I send loving greetings and heart-felt caring to those of you I have not seen in a very long time. I loved and respected Eva as friend, counsellor and spiritual teacher. I mourn with you the loss of this extraordinary woman, Eva Graf. Respectfully, Elaine Seiler (easgalaxy@aol.com)
from: Elaine Seiler	on: 03-24-2009

Always an inspiration! May she rest in peace. My love goes out to her family
from: Peggy	on: 03-23-2009

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