Graham, David Leslie (Dayton Mountain)

  • Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Dr. David Leslie Graham, MD, 75, of Dayton Mountain, entered into rest on Thursday, May 30, 2019, at his home on Dayton Mountain.

He was born on May 20, 1944 in Battle Creek, Mi, the son of the late Curtis David and Vivian (Runkle) Graham. 

Dr. Graham lived on Dayton Mountain since 1989. He studied at the Southern Adventist University, the University of Michigan and obtained his Medical Degree at the University of Guadalajara, Mexico. Dr. Graham was a Physician and Surgeon, an amateur radio operator, a member of the SDA Ham Radio Club and area ham radio clubs. He also had been a distributor of Hardy Stoves. Dr. Graham was passionate in sustainable gardening, lifestyle and energy. He was a member of the Ogden Road Seventh Day Adventist Church.

He is survived by his two sons, Pastor David Graham of Asheville and Pastor Daniel (Julie) Graham of Cookeville; his five grandchildren, Sarah, Alyssa, Davy, Luke and Nathan Graham.

Funeral services for Dr. Graham will be held on Sunday at 1 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. He will be laid to rest in Laurelbrook Cemetery on Dayton Mountain.

Please share your memories of Dr. Graham on his online guest register at www.vanderwallfh.com.

The family is being cared for by the Vanderwall Funeral Home where they will receive friends on Sunday one hour before the funeral. 

Obituaries
Hosea Pierce, Jr.
Hosea Pierce, Jr.
  • 4/29/2025

Hosea Pierce, Jr., affectionately known as “Bubba,” passed away on April 24, 2025, at the age of 66, surrounded by his devoted family. Born on June 29, 1958, to Hosea Pierce, Sr., and Shirley ... more

Joan "Polly" Richardson Rogers
Joan "Polly" Richardson Rogers
  • 4/29/2025

Joan "Polly" Richardson Rogers, age 89, of Hixson, TN passed away on April 27, 2025. She is survived by her daughter, Jeannetta (Ron) Hutson; two sons, James D. Stillwell and Eric D. (Tina) ... more

Sylvia Jean Jenkins Jones Bennett
Sylvia Jean Jenkins Jones Bennett
  • 4/29/2025

Sylvia Jean Jenkins Jones Bennett, 87, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. Born July 11, 1937, in Chattanooga to William C. Jenkins and Jessie L. Flippo Jenkins, Sylvia spent most of ... more