Mary Helen Graves

Mary was born July 9, 1952 to Lee Arthur and Velma Nave in Shuqualak, MS. She was a 1970 Anderson High School graduate, General Motors retiree and owner of Best Care Childcare. Mary enjoyed nurturing children and spending time with family and friends.

Mary is survived by her husband John Graves Sr.; son John Graves Jr.; daughter Maresa Whaley; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

Service will be 11am Saturday at Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church, 2124 Cedar St., with burial at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery.