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Bill "The Barber" Graves
April 6, 1936 ~ October 21, 2016 (age 80) 80 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Dan Peterson
on October 29, 2016 8:23 AM
A candle was lit by Jim Rothweiler
on October 29, 2016 7:46 AM
A candle was lit by The Perry Family
on October 27, 2016 11:15 AM
Message from MARK COLE
October 25, 2016 1:26 PM
The only place I would ever wait to get a haircut. Sitting there listening to the stories and banter back and forth was well worth the price of the haircut (which was too low) When told, Bill simply replied "Its enough for us".
What a guy. Will never forget you.
What a guy. Will never forget you.
Message from Bob Mehlhoff
October 25, 2016 11:46 AM
I enjoyed so much getting a haircut and the abuse that all politicians received from Bill.
As I walked in the door Bill would say " if you have any complaints about State Government their is the guy to talk to", pointing at me.
Could anybody ask for more than to work at a job you love almost to the day you die. God must have needed a new barber and he picked the best.
I will miss Bill as will all who knew him.
As I walked in the door Bill would say " if you have any complaints about State Government their is the guy to talk to", pointing at me.
Could anybody ask for more than to work at a job you love almost to the day you die. God must have needed a new barber and he picked the best.
I will miss Bill as will all who knew him.
A candle was lit by Dale Taylor
on October 24, 2016 6:51 PM
A candle was lit by Howard & Perry Coleman
on October 24, 2016 5:07 PM
Message from Howard & Perry Coleman
October 24, 2016 5:06 PM
Our heartfelt condolences to all of you at this sad time. When i go to the shop, I'm going to miss his jokes and line of BS. He always had some "words of wisdom" for everyone. He cannot be replaced.
Howard and Perry
Howard and Perry
A candle was lit by Georgette Schrader
on October 24, 2016 3:24 PM
A candle was lit by Jerry Sepich
on October 24, 2016 3:23 PM
Message from Frank J. and Karen La Tray
October 24, 2016 12:47 PM
We got to know Bill thru Boxing, And when I stopped to get a hair cut, when I was town. We would talk about boxing and the guys I boxed, My and I always enjoyed stopping for are little Visit. We stopped and saw Bill, and left a Card for him, Oct 16,2016 and before we left he told us good-by. We enjoyed our visit with Bill. So long old Friend. For now.
A candle was lit by Frank J. and Karen LaTray
on October 24, 2016 12:37 PM
Message from Mark May
October 24, 2016 11:00 AM
Lost an old friend. Bill and I go way back to my early days in GF, with a history of exchanging bad old jokes with each other. He did a stint on sports radio that introduced him to a lot of the "radio" folks in town. Glad to have met you Bill, Thank you.
Message from Pam Tice,RN
October 24, 2016 9:35 AM
Bill had attended my Pulmonary Rehab group years ago, and he was always such a kick to have in class. He stopped attending but would still stop in to say HI once in awhile. He will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit by Aaron Liscum
on October 24, 2016 7:40 AM
Message from Thomas O'Connell
October 24, 2016 6:47 AM
Prayers for the family, God speed Bill,, Ill need a hair cut when I get up there... Ill never forget my 1st hair cut...
A candle was lit by Westside O'Connell Family
on October 24, 2016 6:44 AM
Message from Bernadine Parce Wutzke
October 24, 2016 4:32 AM
Bill was my Dad's barber and friend for more years then I can remember. My dad loved going to the barbershop and to bullshit with Bill and anyone that was there. After my mom passed and my dads health was failing he even offered to come to the Grandview to cut his hair. Bill was a great guy and he will be missed by many. Sending love and hugs to his family.
The Parce Family
Bernadine Wutzke
The Parce Family
Bernadine Wutzke
A candle was lit by Bruce Langridge
on October 23, 2016 10:28 PM
A candle was lit by Schumacher Family
on October 23, 2016 8:47 PM
Message from Jay Robertson
October 23, 2016 7:53 PM
Barbara and all of Bill's extended family-
I am so sorry to hear that Bill could no longer keep going. We have been friends for at least 40 years. We traded work, (Bill believed in trading) and sat and talked by the hour, our views were not always the same but we could disagree with out getting mad. Most things we did agree on and being the same age we looked at life from about the same angle. He was always good for a story, that is what a lot of his customers came for as much as the haircut. I will certainly miss him as will you.
I am so sorry to hear that Bill could no longer keep going. We have been friends for at least 40 years. We traded work, (Bill believed in trading) and sat and talked by the hour, our views were not always the same but we could disagree with out getting mad. Most things we did agree on and being the same age we looked at life from about the same angle. He was always good for a story, that is what a lot of his customers came for as much as the haircut. I will certainly miss him as will you.
A candle was lit by Shannon
on October 23, 2016 6:57 PM
A candle was lit by Tracy
on October 23, 2016 5:11 PM
Message from Dale Specht
October 23, 2016 4:58 PM
I was one Bill's many customers, I always enjoyed the conversation there, and going to miss him and his humour! prayers to all.
A candle was lit by Melody
on October 23, 2016 2:59 PM
A candle was lit by Dave Moe
on October 23, 2016 2:24 PM
Message from Dave Moe
October 23, 2016 2:22 PM
I'm so saddened to hear of the news of Bill's passing. May the Lord comfort Barbara and the entire family during this most difficult time. Like Ali in his time, to me, Bill was the greatest boxing announcer of all time! Before your fight Bill would interview you about your boxing record and then would announce your record and what boxing titles you had won. "In the red corner, with a record of 53 wins, 13 losses, 3 time Montana State Golden Gloves Champion, Ernie Corchane!" He had a golden voice. I can still hear it ringing in my head. I stopped by his home a couple of times in the last year and we swapped boxing stories. Bill knew just about every fighter in the 60's-80's to come out of Montana. He will be greatly missed by the boxing community and all his hundreds of loyal customers at the Riverview Barber Shop. Bill was truly one of a kind. I miss him already.
Message from Pat O'Connell
October 23, 2016 1:46 PM
Our prayers. Happy "clipping" up there. :)
Message from Sid & Maggie Wieder.
October 23, 2016 12:13 PM
So sorry for Bill's passing. Sid mentions you and Bill often, his barber for years. We miss you. Take care of yourself.
A candle was lit by Shannon McKiernan
on October 23, 2016 10:43 AM
Message from Kurt Schumacher
October 23, 2016 9:46 AM
My sincere condolences to Bill's family. I first met Bill over 15 years ago and it turned out we were both from the same home town. We never had a shortage of things or people we both knew from there to talk about. The funniest story he told me was when he was young and living there, he drove his car through the pedestrian underpass from one side of town to another and there was only a couple of inches of room on each side of the car. Knowing Bill, only he could pull off such a feat! I'm sure going to miss the "Ol Boy", he was one of a kind!!!
Message from Dusty Rollins
October 23, 2016 7:59 AM
I will never forget the childhood memories of Bill and Don when they cut my hair...in fact Bill gave me my first hair cut...Thank you Bill for the MANY great memories and continued friendship...my condolences to the entire family...Dusty
Message from Kathy Mann
October 23, 2016 7:59 AM
Graves Family, We are very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. May you find comfort knowing how many peoples lives he touched. I will never forget my son John's first haircut with Bill. He wanted me to go sit in the car so he could finish cutting his hair. He was truly an amazing man. He will be missed by so many. RIP "Barber Bill". Kathy & Jerry Mann
A candle was lit by MEGAN McKiernan
on October 23, 2016 5:01 AM
Message from Nada McKiernan Cain
October 23, 2016 3:05 AM
Shannon, Megan and families. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you families. Nada
A candle was lit by Nada McKiernan Cain
on October 23, 2016 3:02 AM
A candle was lit by Melissa Reavis
on October 23, 2016 2:12 AM
A candle was lit by Daphne hollingworth
on October 22, 2016 8:27 PM
Message from Melanie McKiernan
October 22, 2016 5:50 PM
Bill you will be missed by everyone who knew you. Thank you for the many years of love and laughter,and for welcoming me into your family. I will miss you. Have a beer with Mike when you see him. I Love you.
Message from Sharon bakker
October 22, 2016 4:59 PM
So sad to see our last legacy on the graves side loved him so much he was the fun uncle that was young at heart,
Message from Brenda Nader
October 22, 2016 3:28 PM
He will always be in our thoughts I will always remember how he would call Kira (Tiara) just to make her mad and it always worked. I was blessed the day that I met your family and will never forget all the great things you did for our children. Bill will always be in our hearts and if ever you need anything or just a shoulder to cry on feel free to give me a call. Love always Gene, Brenda, Kira and Chase Nader
A candle was lit by Gene, Brenda, Kira and Chase Nader
on October 22, 2016 3:25 PM
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