Obituary of Ernest Graf
Retired Vernon Farmer Succumbs

Vernon, Tex.--Ernest A. Graf, 87, retired farmer, died Wednesday at his home at 930 Pease St.

Graf was born March 21, 1875 in Saxony, Germany. He came to this country when he was seven years old and settled in Warda, Tex. He came to Vernon 55 years ago in 1917.

Graf is survived by his widow, Mrs. Alma Graf; six daughters: Mrs. Alma Hertfield of Bart, Calif., Mrs. Elsie Greschel of Houston, Miss Lillian Graf of Wichita Falls, Mrs. Gertrude Gloyna, Mrs. Irene Bodling and Mrs. Emily Gallmier all of Vernon; five sons: Arthur of Springfield, Mo., Edward of Wichita Falls, Paul, Albert, and Werner all of Vernon; 30 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are pending at Henderson Funeral Home. Burial will be in East View Memorial Park.

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