Jay A. Graves, age 71, of Berwick passed away on Friday December 27, 2024, at his home.
Born in Nanticoke on November 28, 1953, he was the son of the late Albert and Josephine (Capiece) Graves. He graduated from John S Fine High School, class of 1972. For 34 years, Jay worked for Berwick Offray until retiring in 2021.
Jay was a computer whiz; he would build them from scratch and fix any problems. His greatest love was for his family, and he greatly enjoyed spending time with them.
He will be greatly missed by his wife of 33 years, Elaine C. Graves; stepchildren: Bill Davis and wife Twilight, TN; Daniel Davis and wife Dee, Millville; Bradley Davis and wife Joanna, Beach Haven; Terry Davis and wife Stephanie, Berwick; Wendy Jones and husband David, Berwick; and Todd Davis and wife Jennifer, Nescopeck; 7 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; sister, Cathy Eveland. He also leaves behind his sisters-in-law, Janet Jones, Millville; and Ann Bankes and husband DJ, Berwick; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepson, Dennis Davis; and brothers-in-law, Gary Jones and David Eveland.
At Jay’s request there will be no public services. Heller Funeral Home LLC, Nescopeck is entrusted with arrangements.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Salem Township Fire Company, 637 E 5th St, Berwick, PA 18603.
Online messages of comfort for his family may be sent to condolences@HellerFuneralHomeLLC.com.