John Joseph Graham, age 75, a resident of Philippi, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 surrounded by his family, at his residence. John was born October 2, 1945 in Elkins, a son of the late Ison Lee an Ella Marie (Conte) Graham. Surviving- Children, John Joseph Graham II and wife Mary of Beverly Dennis Lee Graham and wife Tara (Mitchell) of Arden Jeremy John Ward of Elkins Melissa Harris of Texas Deanna Marie Graham of Maryland Tara Dawn Graham of Philippi Ra’chelle Elaine Graham and husband Glenn Brown of South Carolina Trisha La’nea Shreve and husband Jeff of Philippi Step-daughter, Jeanette Thomas of St. Augustine, FL His love for over 30 years, Marilyn Joyce Graham Brothers, Ison Paul Graham of Elkins Jeff Graham of Elkins Stephen Wayne Graham of Weston Sister, Elaine Roberts of Apple Grove 20 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two expected great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews John was preceded in death by his previous wife, Terri Lynn Snider, sisters, Eva Lou “Toots” Graham Whitmire, Donna Jean Graham Willcut, Mary jo Graham Mayo John was owner of Graham Drilling, co-owner and president of Midwest Energy, he was an entrepreneur and owned several side businesses, as water well driller, auctioneer, volunteer EMT/fireman in Junior, as an Ice Cream truckowner/driver, Bargain Barn in Philippi, and Tanks Alot. In honor of John’s request cremation will be honored. Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Saturday November 7, from 4-5 pm. A memorial service will be held at 5pm with Pastor Johnny Paul Williams officiating.