Carl Richard Graves

Carl Richard Graves, age 84, passed away on July 7, 2021, at his home in Friendsville.

Carl was born into the family of Raymond and Daisy Graves on February 26, 1937. He married Charlotte, his bride of 55 years, on December 24, 1965. Carl was a member of Zion Chapel Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Friendsville High School, class of 1955. Carl was also a retired long-time employee of Downey Oil Company.

Carl will forever be remembered by his family and friends for his caring and thoughtful nature. He had the ability to brighten up the room with his quick-wit, and he was always willing to help those in need. Even during times that would hinder many, Carl is remembered as spending time each day in prayer and reading God’s Word. Carl will be greatly missed by those that knew and loved him.

Carl is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Daisy Graves; brothers, L.H. and Keith Graves; sisters, Dorothy Beasley and Phyllis Goodson; in-laws, Taylor and Inez Lynch. Carl is survived by his wife, Charlotte Graves; brothers and sisters-in-law, Troy (Minh) Graves, Donald (Judy) Graves, and Pat Graves; in-laws, Carol (Carroll) Huffstetler, Calvin (Martha) Lynch, Barbara (Kenneth) Fox and Ray Lynch. Carl is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Friends may sign the guest register Friday, July 9th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM, at McCammon-Ammons-Click Funeral Home. Family and friends will meet 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 10th at Zion Chapel Cemetery for a graveside service with Rev. Jim Malone officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Carl’s memory made be given to Zion Chapel Baptist Church, 3334 Zion Chapel Rd., Louisville, TN 37777.