Ray A. "Cracker" Graham

Ray A. Cracker Graham, age 57, of Fennimore, died on Sunday, August 10, 2008, the Finely Hospital, Dubuque. He was born on May 1, 1951, in Milwaukee, the son of Rosalie (Graham) Pierce. Ray graduated from Lancaster High School in 1969. Following graduation, he was employed with Rosing Construction in Fennimore and later Royal Parlor located in Boscobel. Ray was also employed with logging companies and worked in the oil fields. He loved spending time with friends and family. Ray enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing Euchre. He had a wonderful sense of humor.

Ray was preceded in death by a sister, Renee Pierce.

Survivors include his mother, Rosalie Pierce, Fennimore; his brothers and sisters: Monica McCartney, Stitzer; Dennis Ashman, Boscobel; Charles Ashman, Minnesota; John Ashman, Arizona; Robin Gerhards, Cuba City; Scott (Annette) Pierce, Fennimore; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August, 13, 2008, at  11:30 a.m. at  Martin Funeral Home in Lancaster with Pastor David Froemming officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Friends called on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until time of services.