Brian C. Graham
February 3, 1956 - December 2, 2018
On December 2nd, 2018 our beloved Brian; husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend passed away doing what he loved- making turns skiing at Park City Mountain Resort in the fresh morning snow with his beautiful wife and soul mate, Caroline. Brian was born February 3rd, 1956 To Lloyd Don Isbell and Georgia Heath in Tracy, California and was later adopted by Jimmy Graham who along with Georgia lovingly raised him from a young age. He attended Layton High School class of 1974 where he lettered in baseball, football and wrestling. He went on to attend Provo Tech where he was all ICAC for two years, then to University of Utah on a baseball scholarship where he was an All-Western Athletic Conference baseball player. He graduated with a B.A. in 1978. His love for playing baseball continued after college where he played for some of the most competitive softball teams in the state. Golf was also a sport that he greatly enjoyed. He was a member at Jeremy Golf and Country Club where he enjoyed playing with his son, grandsons and the many friends he made at the club over the years.
Brian was a successful entrepreneur, building the food brokerage business, Graham and Associates, from the ground up. Brian loved life and celebrated each day by waking up at 4:00 am to go to the gym, working hard, providing for his loved ones and giving of his time and comfort to many. He was loved by all who knew him and he will always be remembered for his gentle spirt and big bear hugs. Brian is survived by his wife of 8 years Caroline; parents, Don Isbell and Georgia Graham, son Aaron (Lara) Graham; daughters Tricia Graham, Natalie Graham, and Randi (Aron) Larson; his three step-daughters, Nicole Melo, Sunni Lawrence, and Makell Westlund, plus 6 grandchildren, Adrian and Greyson Graham, Eli, Graham, Keiser and Eli.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Monday, December 10, 2018 at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, 1505 White Pine Canyon Rd, Park City. Join the family following Mass where there will be a gathering with refreshments in the parish hall to celebrate his life.
Gone from our touch, but never our hearts. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. We love you with all our hearts. Your Family.
In Loving Memory
My deepest condolences to my extended family in Utah. My prayers have been dedicated to you all. Kimberly Huddleston, daughter of Kathy Coyle
I want to express my deepest heartfelt respect to the Graham family. I met Brian many years ago and he became part of a large extended family of brothers and sisters that shared a common thread with him. I enjoyed talking and sharing about life experiences with Brian and he was always kind, considerate and thoughtful. I know that if I would see Brian somewhere he would always ask me about the health of father-in-law before anything else. I will miss seeing Brian. He was never overbearing, never full of ego and was always approachable in an inviting sort of way. Love to you brother.
It was my pleasure to meet Mr. Brian Graham on Thursday October 25, 2018. It was the first and only time that I was fortunate to me such a genuine individual. It was during a business meeting that I was blessed to meet Mr. Graham. There was something special about his demeanor and mannerism. It is rare to meet a person that his words and actions are in alignment. May your days be filled with his love and memories. Thank you.
Sending our condolences to Caroline and all of Brian’s family. We had the pleasure of meeting and dining with Brian while visiting our friends, the Mendenhall’s. We are sorry for your loss and pray that your memories bring you peace. May God Bless you. Karen and Kevin
Jen and I have been neighbors of Brian and Caroline for the past 3 years. Brian was the nicest man who was always upbeat and willing to help with whatever we needed. Our condolences go out to sweet Caroline and the rest of Brian's family and friends. We will miss Brian greatly!
In Loving Memory
