There was much sadness expressed at the death of Mr. Robert Graham on March 15, 2021 aged 73 years.
Robert was born on September 25, 1947 at Dinnydoon, Springfield to William and Margaret Graham.
Robert was an only child and attended Moyglass Primary School before going on to the Intermediate School in Enniskillen.
On leaving school, he joined his father on the family farm where he spent his working life.Robert also served as part of the Ulster Defence Regiment for many years.
In 1969, he met his wife Lorna and went on to marry on March 3, 1971 and they had just celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary (50 years) shortly before Robert’s passing. The couple had five children, four boys and one girl.
Robert had a great interest in the Loyal Orange Lodge being a member of LOL 334, having just received his certificate for 50 years of membership.
Robert’s other great interest was indoor bowling where he had much success having won my many competitions at a club level and having and being part of the Inter-Zone team where he was well respected and through which he made many friends.
Robert’s funeral was held in Rossorry Parish Church on March 18 where many people lined the route from his home in Dunbar to the church.
Robert is survived by his wife Lorna, sons David (Arlene), Robert, Alan (Lisa), his daughter Susan (Neil) and his six grandchildren Katie, Millie, Alfie, Joseph, John and Jacob.
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