Robert B. Graham, 87 of Loda formerly of Warwick, New York passed away at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

There will be no services at this time. Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is assisting the family with arrangements.

Robert was born August 17, 1933 in Teaneck, New Jersey the son of William and Edna Cleary Graham. He married Dorothy "Joan" Smith August 6, 1958 in Park Ridge, New Jersey. She preceded him in death May 15, 2010.

Bob is survived by two daughters, Diane Victoria Graham of Ellenville, New York, Debra (Dale) Benear of Paxton; five grandchildren, Wayne (Haley) Hayden, Nickolas (Vicky) Foote, Taya (Tyler) DeMicco, Michelle Martin, John Calderella; and five great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William Graham.

Bob graduated from Teaneck High School. He served proudly in the United States Army. He was a truck driver and started as a short line bus driver. He later worked for Nu-Car Carriers based out of Mahwah, New Jersey and hauled cars for the Mahwah Ford Plant for many years. Bob lived his life through a windshield and loved every minute of it.

He was a volunteer fireman for Hillburn, New York where he was chief for four years and a member of the Elks Club in Mahwah, New Jersey. Bob liked motorcycles, old cars and enjoyed writing poems. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and long-time friends the Hiltkes.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or an organization of the donor's choice. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.