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It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Michael Graham, loving son, father, husband, brother, and uncle. He was 63 years old.
Paul leaves behind his two sons, Kevin M. Graham and Scott T. C. Graham, and their mother, Kelly Graham. He is also survived by Kevin’s wife, Rodley Graham, and two grandchildren, Lucas and Leiana; his brother, Leo J. Graham, and his wife, Robyn; and his two nephews, James Graham and Christopher Paul Graham.
He is pre-deceased by his father, James A. Graham and mother, Margaret M. Graham.
He was born and raised in Millbrae, CA., and attended and played football at College of San Mateo and San Jose State.
Paul honorably served as a deputy for the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department for over 20 years. He served in the Detention/Corrections, Patrol, Detectives, and Courts Division. He was essential in the development of the first Santa Clara County Police Motorcycle Riding Skills Competition, and the first Sheriff’s Vehicle Inspection Program.
Paul was honored by the San Jose Exchange Club for his service to the community with the “Blue and Gold Wounded in Service Award”.
During his career, he also received numerous letters of gratitude and commendation from citizens as well as other law enforcement personnel.
Paul had recently relocated to Redding, where he had family and made many new friends. He enjoyed daily bicycle rides, logging over 6k miles last year.
He was a kind man with a big heart. Rest in peace, Paul.
