Terry Graham

James Terrence “Terry” Graham, 65, of Beebe, Arkansas went to be with Jesus November 2, 2020.  He was born July 17, 1955, in Dallas Texas to James “Leroy” and Betty (Riley) Graham.

He grew up in Arlington, Texas and learned the welding trade from his dad.  After suffering a major heart attack at age 33, he could no longer work as a welder.  After moving to Arkansas, he earned an Associate degree at ASU Beebe, and continued his education at UALR, where he obtained his Bachelor of Social Work degree.

He loved his family and friends, and he will be greatly missed!

Terry is survived by his wife of nearly twenty years, Jonelle (Hooley) Graham; sons Matthew Graham of Joshua, Texas, Chris Graham (Elizabeth), of Dallas, Texas, Justin Graham (Lauren), of Waxahachie Texas, Tommy Graham of Junction City, Oregon; daughters Danielle Swett of Stanwood, Washington, and Kelsey Owen (Chris), of Beaverton, Oregon; nine grandchildren, Chelsy (Hunter), Worth, Cleo, Indy, Andrew, Levi, Ethan, Sulli and Kyla; two great grandsons, Jacer and Huntlee; sisters Ginger Akins (Shawn) and Susan Graham of Beebe; brother-in-law Terry Bittenbender of Mesquite, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister Jobea Bittenbender.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2020 at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home in Beebe. Cremation arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home.  www.smithfamilycares.com