Robert Nelson Graves
Age 90, of Grand Blanc, Michigan passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2026. In accordance with his wishes, cremation will take place. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family on Robert’s tribute wall at detroitcremationsociety.com
Robert Nelson Graves was born on March 12, 1935 in Flint, Michigan the son of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson and Artella (Warren) Graves. He was a Genesee County resident all of his life. After graduating from Flint Central High School in 1953, Robert (Bob) began working at Citizens Bank in Flint Michigan, eventually retiring as vice president of commercial loan in 1994. Bob married Suzanne Luce in 1961, and they were together for over 65 years. Upon retirement, Bob enjoyed living on Lake Fenton, Michigan, and spending winters on Marco Island, Florida. Those who knew Bob will remember him for his dry sense of humor, fondness for Corvettes and antique wooden boats, and his love of University of Michigan football.
Left to cherish his memory are: his beloved wife; Suzanne Graves, Daughters Kelly (Kevin) O’Hara, Susan Darby, and grandchildren Sean O’Hara, Brendan O’Hara, Amanda Kaufman, and Captain Alison Darby.
Robert was proceeded in death by his parents, Nelson and Artella Graves, daughter, Marsha Graves, and son-in-law Michael Darby. Per Robert’s request, no service services will be held.
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Thoughts and prayers..
Big hugs too
Lots of memories with him and uncle jack..
Beautiful tribute to your dad Kelly, sending much love to you, Kevin, Sean & Brendan Buzz & Karen
Thoughts and prayers from the Lyman family.
Your dad sounds like an amazing guy Sue. I am so sorry for your loss.
Very sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing Sue.
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. My condolences to his family and friends.i remember him from citizens bank.
Sorry for your loss
I lived 6th Street
Knew your father well we delivered the Flint journal paper back then
Knew him as well at Citizens Bank
God Bless I graduaded from Flint Central also
God Bless to all
Sorry to here about your dad passing Sue.
Karen and I are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. Many happy memories with he and Susan enjoying our Corvettes together.
My husband & I knew your mom & dad through the corvette club. My husband has passed away. I remember we always loved talking to them at corvette events. They always traveled with their dog & the corvette. Such a nice guy & so glad we got to know him! Thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.
Your dad sounds amazing Sue. I am so sincerely sorry for your loss. Unbelievable that our dad’s passed on the same day.
Team Corvette is sorry to learn of Bob’s passing. He and Sue were members of our club for many years, and we always enjoyed having them in our
“family group”.
Our condolences to the family.
I worked with Bob and Suzanne at Citizens Bank for a few years. Bob taught some banking classes after hours for bank employees, and I was a student—a great teacher who enjoyed socializing with students after class. We also played Euchre during lunch hours when Bob was not playing bridge. Then there were the bank’s weekly golf outings and après-golf socializing. I enjoyed Bob and his career success after I left the bank—a good man.