David Kent Graves, 59, passed away on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at his home. David was born August 20, 1956 in Ft. Wayne to MaryAnn and the late Dale Graves. He retired as a truck driver. He loved the outdoors and especially hunting and fishing. David was a member of St. Matthew''s Lutheran Church.

Surviving are his children, Stephanie Graves, Jessica (Shane) Stewart and Logan Graves, sisters, Jaci (Dave) Beard, Kelly (Ed) Stange, Kathy Eme, 3 grandchildren, Cecelia, Chloe, Cami and his former wife Lynn Graves.

Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday August 15, 2016 at St. Matthew''s Lutheran Church 2305 Goshen Rd. Ft. Wayne, IN with viewing from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Pastor Dale Henderson will officiate. Burial will be in Covington Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to the family.