Death of Earl Graves, Sr.

"Earl Graves was such a wonderful friend to the McKinney family. Barbara, Michael & Butch we are so saddened by your loss."

"Mr. Graves was a man of enormous dignity, intelligence and stature. He demanded the best from his employees--which was no less than that which he demanded from himself. He had the very highest standards and absolutely refused to accept anything that was in any way inferior or sub-standard. He was a colossus of a man in his accomplishments. He made people believe in their own abilities to be successful--even when they faced obstacles and impediments. His legacy of success as an entrepreneur, quiet, behind-the-scenes social activism
and dedication to family lives on."

"We are saddened to hear of the loss of your dearly beloved husband, father, grandfather, friends, colleagues and all of those whose lives he touched through his accomplished as founder and publisher of Black Enterprise magazine. May you fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives and in your wealth of fond memories together. Mr. Earl Graves, Sr. will always be known for his legacy he built as a successful entrepreneurship black man. May the God of tender mercies, love, peace and comfort be with you all during this most difficult time."

"May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived."

"In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always."

"I am so sorry about the loss of Earl. Loved Black Enterprise magazine! The Graves family has my deepest condolences. I pray that you will be surrounded continuously with love and support. And, as you go through this difficult time, may Almighty God give you everlasting comfort (2 Thess. 2:16)."