Graham Needham
December 19, 1929 - March 28, 2015
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Graham Needham
December 19, 1929 - March 28, 2015
Obituary
Graham Needham, 85, of Irvine, CA passed away on March 28, 2015. He was born December 19, 1929 in Leeds, England. He was the youngest of four siblings born to William and Lucy Needham.
Graham was made a Master Mason in England. He was made a Master Mason in California at the Redondo Lodge No. 328, F & AM of California, continuing his membership throughout his life.
Graham worked as a civil engineer and building contractor in England and Europe. He first came to California in 1977 to visit his niece, Christine. During this visit he met his future wife, Judy. He permanently immigrated to California in 1978, marrying Judy. He worked in the Palos Verdes Unified School District from 1978 and retired in the early 1990’s. Using his contractor experience, Graham built the home he and Judy lived in in San Pedro, CA. In 1995 they moved to Irvine, CA.
Graham spent much of his free time in the garage using his extensive tool collection fixing and building. Family members often asked for his advice. He was the ultimate handy man in his home.
Graham and Judy were married for 36 years. He enjoyed traveling to visit family and friends in England and the States and traveling to Europe and the South Pacific. He also enjoyed cooking and working on his computer.
Services are scheduled for April 11, 2015 at 1pm at the O’Connor Mortuary located at 25301 Alicia Pkwy., Laguna Hills, CA 92653. For additional information call (949) 581-4300.
13 responses to Graham Needham
Desiree Paour says:
April 4, 2015
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Desiree Paour says:
April 4, 2015
My first memory of my Uncle Graham is driving all the way from Morcambe to London to pick me up at the airport I was only ten and had flown alone so I was a little scared. He was so kind to me and very funny. He made me feel safe and secure and loved. When I stayed at my Nan’s during the summer he would always visit on Wednesday’s and bring us meat and potato pies. Wonderful memories! When he came to America and fell in love with Judy it was even better! We now had family in America:heart: Throughout the years they have always been a phone call away. I’m so happy he had a wonderful life with the love of his life Judy. He was sharp as a tack all the way to the end! Thank you Judy for taking such wonderful care of him for such a long time with such Love! Till we meet again. Xoxo
Evelyn Dalton says:
April 4, 2015
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Evelyn Dalton says:
April 4, 2015
Dearest Friend, May your transition have taken you to a place of total Peace, Love and Joy. We will never forget your kindness and friendship. We were blessed to have shared in your life, and your “Happy Spirit” will remain with us always. We celebrate your life! Peace & Love, Evelyn, Patty & Gary
Christine Tuxford says:
April 5, 2015
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