Erik Graves

GRAVES, Erik Arthur - Age 47, of Detroit formerly of Grand Blanc, died Friday, July 16, 2021.  Per his request cremation has taken place and no public services will be held.  Those desiring may make contributions to American Diabetes Association or Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeast Michigan.

Erik was born November 5, 1973 in Flint, the son of Joel Elliott and Wanda Jean (Ellis) Graves.  He was a 1992 graduate of Lake Fenton High School and he received an Electrical Associates Degree from Michigan State University.  He was employed by Chrysler FCA in Detroit for the past 7 years.  He was a member of the U.A.W.

Surviving are: his children, Miranda, Lydia, and Mason Graves of Grand Blanc; parents, Joel and Wanda Graves of Fenton; brother, Joel (Stephanie) Graves of Fenton; girlfriend, Liesel Letzmann of Detroit; mother of his children, Heather Williams of Grand Blanc; and nephews, Joel and Theodore Graves.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.  Online tributes may be shared at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.