James Grafton

James A. Grafton passed away August 25, 2018, in Altoona, Iowa. He was born January 6, 1952, in Des Moines, to Thomas and Virginia Grafton.

James owned and operated a trucking company, Grafton Trucking, and also drove a dump truck for Tyler Construction and Des Moines Asphalt.

James enjoyed working on cars, racing, and going to Prairie Meadows. He had a love for animals, especially his dog and best friend, Hammer.

James is survived by his brother, Larry Grafton; his sister, Laurel Sweat; and his children, Milissa Martinez and Casey Risius. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas “Tony” and Virginia Grafton, and his brother, Tommy.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Friday evening at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of James.

Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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