CORINTH – Katherine Joyce Stevens Graves, 83, of Wilton Mountain Road, in Corinth died on July 11, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital, after years of diabetes, heart and kidney problems.
She was born in Westport, the daughter of the late Arthur and Anna Stevens.
Mrs. Graves was one of 15 children, Mrs. Graves was a caregiver of the sick and elderly for more than 30 years.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 28 years, Donald J. Graves, Sr. and a companion of 13 years, Morris Clothier, a great grandson, Liam Dano, (son of grand-daughter Christine and Mark Dano), her brothers, Harold, Arleigh, Arthur Jr., Foster, Lawton and Harlan Stevens, her sisters, Hazel Lewis, Arline Bronson, Esther Crouningshield and Aletha Howard.
Her survivors include her children, Wanda Latham of Steamboat Springs CO, Donald J. Graves and his companion, Shirley of South Glens Falls and Thurman, Michael J. Graves and his companion, Barbara Lee of Queensbury and Kevin J. Graves of Virginia Beach, VA; her grandchildren, Mark Latham and his companion, Jill of Steamboat Springs, Co, Keith Latham and his wife, Jen of Steamboat Springs Co, Christine Dano and her husband Mark of Rome, David Graves of Albany, Sara Graves of Virginia Beach, VA, Kelly Graves of Florida, Tom Graves of Glens Falls and Eric Graves of Glens Falls; her great grandchildren, Ashley Latham of Steamboat Springs Co., Mari Dano of Rome, Xzavier Dano of Rome, Blake Graves of Virginia Beach, VA, Dylan Latham of Steamboat Springs, CO; also a special nieces, Sheila Robare of Keesville; her special friend, Fran Bruce of Fort Ann; and many nieces and nephews; she is also survived by two brothers, Lloyd and Douglas Stevens.
At Mrs. Graves’ request, there will be no calling hours.
Burial will be private at New Riverside Cemetery in Wadhams, NY.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Memorial donation may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Albany, NY 12205 or the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Drive #100, Albany, NY 12205.
I am so very sorry to hear of Kay’s passing. She was my mother-in-law for 18 years, and she was always kind to me. I know how much Kevin loved her. I hope he finds comfort knowing that she no longer suffers in endless pain. Rest in peace, Kay. The entire Graves family is in my thoughts; they still hold a place in my heart.
Sorry to hear of your moms death. She was a hard working loving person. She took such good care of her health aid patients.gladn she is not in pain any more. our prayers are with all of you . peace and Joy be with you. remember your memories. share them with each other. Jane
Please except our sincere condolences of your families loss of Mrs. Katherine Joyce Stevens Graves_. May the promise found in God’s word at John 5:28,29 bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time of grief.
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Kay babysat for my three children back in the early 1970’s. She and Don became good friends with my husband, Bill, and myself. My kids were also very fond of the Graves family. May God grant you comfort during this most difficult time. My love to all of you and your families.
Thank you very much she is at peace now I remember you and the kids from back then if I remember right you drove a blue Volkswagen station wagon very long time ago
Kay was a wonderful person. myself and my dad,Harold Ricketts and her was great friends. She loved when i brought her stuff pepper soup from the diner up the road. she missed my dad a lot now they can talk again. I will miss her so very much. I am sorry i am just sending this, I just found out today . I hope that you find peace in the fact that she is in a better place and she is not suffering any more.