Wayman Franklin Graham Sr. was born November 20, 1946 in Manassas, Georgia to Joseph and Pearl Graham. He departed this life to go home October 7, 2014. Wayman grew up in the communities of downtown Cincinnati. He attended Cincinnati Public schools, including Taft High School. As an adult, Wayman worked for Busken Bakery in Cincinnati and Ronnie's Bakery in Middletown, Ohio. Wayman served in the United States Army 82nd Airborne from 1973-1978, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He was a member of New Life Temple. Wayman loved being around his family and friends, he was the life of everybody's party. He enjoyed 90 pound and music by Tupac. If you were having a bad day and saw "DO BE FRANK", you would have a smile at the end of the day. He loved to barbeque. He would slap you down on some ribs and loved to eat pig feet. He was a master baker, especially known for his cheesecakes. He also loved to drive from state to state visiting friends and family. He would often say "Slap Me Down" and "Hold me back" and "BAM!" He will be missed for his favorite line – "Has anyone told you they love you today?" He affectionately responded "because I love you". Wayman was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Pearl Graham; and stepson, Harold Brewster, Jr. There will be two special people awaiting him at the pearly gates, his grandson Nicolas and cousin Crook. Wayman is survived by his loving wife Carolyn Graham; three children, Geneva Graham, Nikita Berry, and Wayman Franklin Graham, Jr. (Natalya); four stepchildren, Barbara Coleman, Tawanna Berry, Francis Martina Brewster and Patricia Ann Brewster. He leaves to cherish his memory nine siblings, ReDavis Graham, JoeAnn Rice, Maedean Graham, Geneva Collins, Jerry (Valarie) Graham, Phyllis Collins, Pearlyjean Longmire, Donald Graham and Joesph (Ethal) Graham. And twenty grandchildren who held a special place in his heart: Rico, Shenell, Courtney, Kelliele, Kevon, Kaliyah, Shimya, Keyara, Karlos, Kamya, Zachary, Jackie, DeMico, Terrell, Mark, Tony, Demarko, Mark, Marketta, and Damon. And one very special great-granddaughter BreAsia Graham. Also left to remember his life is special cousin Bo Diddley and a host of other nieces, nephews, family and friends. Wayman Graham, age 67, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2014. He was born November 20, 1946 in Manasass, Georgia. Funeral Services will be conducted at 12:00 pm on Friday, October 17, 2014 at James Temple Church of God In Christ, 1116 Lincoln Avenue, Cincinnati (45206) with visitation from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Final arrangements entrusted to Walker Funeral Home, 1025 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Call 513.251.6200 for additional information. Share special messages with the Graham family at www.HerbWalker.com.

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