Thomas (Tommy/Rabbit) William Graham left this world on April 30, 2022 to join his family, relatives and friends who have gone on before him. Tommy passed while at the Veteran’s Hospital in Sheridan, Wyoming after suffering a long illness. Tommy was born in Jordan, Montana to the parents of Thomas and Nellie Williams Amenston. He attended schools in Jordan and Glasgow. While growing up, Tommy grew up in the county enjoying a country/cowboy lifestyle which included riding horses, hunting, and farming. Tommy enjoyed rodeo’s and tried his riding skills also. He enjoyed western movies, reading Louis Lamor books, and playing cards. He enjoyed visiting with friends talking about old times and telling new ones. He was an avid fan of the Denver Broncos and John Wayne was his hero. Tommy was a veteran serving in the Army in the Korean War.
Tommy was married to Georgia Mason Graham for 52 years and they made their home in Ashland, Montana during this period. Tommy worked and retired from the St. Labre Mission. He spent time as a long-haul truck driver and seen much of the United States. Tommy also worked on many ranches and enjoyed helping with ranching and farming.
He is survived by his wife, Georgia; daughters: Merrille Redrobe (Paul) of Ashland, Pearl of Billings, Tammi of Garden City, Kansas; sons: Tommy D. Graham of Forsyth, George (Jessie) of Wyoming, TL of Lone Pine, Calif., Bill of Ashland; grandchildren: Breylene, Cheyenne, Maria, Jesse, Jackie, Aleah, AJ, Catherine, Teir, Colby, Brandy, Jace, William, Delane; he is also survived by in laws: Bill Mason (Mary Ann), and Nedra Watt (Mike), and numerous nieces and nephews.
Family and relatives who are preceded in death are children: Vicki Mason, BJ and Anges; parents, Thomas and Nelli; mother-in-law, Agnes Mason; brothers, Douglas, Robert, and Pat; brother-in-law: Lee Harris (Dorothy), Mike Watt (Nedra); grandchild, Shaylee; good friend, Butch Ivester (Gail).
Tommy became “RABBIT” while growing up in Jordan when after a hunting trip one winter with a friend when they got some rabbits. After the hunting trip, they decided to warm up in a local establishment. The bartender refused to serve Tommy. Tommy then went and got one of the frozen rabbits and threw it at the bartender (a relative). The story spread and Tommy became Rabbit.
There will not be any funeral services per the previous request from Tommy. The family will host a Celebration of life memorial later this coming summer.
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Nellie Speelman says
So sorry for your loss Georgia. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Gail ivester says
Thoughts and prayers to Graham family. The best friends anyone could ever ask for. Was always there in need. He will be missed. Remember the good times we all had together.
Roger says
So sorry for your loss Georgia and family
Casey Meyer says
So sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to the family. Rabbit was a great friend. Had a lot of great memories
Patricia Houseman says
Georgia and Graham family–you are in my prayers
Deb McClaren says
Georgia & Family I’m so sorry to hear about Tommy.
Carla & Jay Johnson says
Deepest sympathy to the Graham family in the loss of Tommy! He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May God bless him!
Ginger says
Sure gonna miss that ol’ character! Loved visiting with him and Georgia when they came over the hill to Broadus. His presence will certainly be missed among family, friends, and all who knew Rabbit. Hugs to you, Georgia!
Jolene Walkslast says
Georgia, I think of you and Niggy often and am reminded of how you really helped me when Jimmy left on his final journey. Today I am thinking of how you must be feeling and how much your children depend on you. Your husband was a good man who lived and supported his family financially, emotionally and provided a good home for them God bless you Georgie Mae and May you be blessed with peace and comfort.
Roger and Amanda Dillard says
Prayers for the Graham family and RIP Tommy (Rabbit) sorry for your loss. Rabbit was your friend and we enjoyed his sense of humor and having a beer now and then to listen to some of his stories. Will miss you rabbit. And hugs for you Georgia.
GEORGIE ANN says
Oh man, Georgie Mae, my friend/cousin,.
I am very sorry for your loss.
Sending my condolences. And will keep
you in my prayers! Hugs and love to you
and the family!
Denice says
Georgia and family, I’m sorry to hear of Rabbits passing. Was thinking of all the crazy memories of all of our earlier years! Stay strong!
Michael S Speelman says
Prayers for all of our Family.
RIP “Rabbit”
Norman Anderson says
Prayers 🙏🙏 the family
Colleen Hopkins says
Georgia and family. So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you. Colleen and Doug Hopkins
Elizabeth M. Fisher says
AWWWW AUNTIE GEORGIA MAE & FAMILY
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF TOMMYS DEATH
MAY MAHEO CARRY YOU THUR THIS
SENDING PRAYERS FOR STRENGTH & COMFORT FOR THE DAYS TO COME.
Jace Haley says
Sorry for this loss, Georgia & family. I have many memories of good times with Rabbit that go back quite a few years! May he rest in peace.
Connie Hepp says
I met Mr. Graham when he was first admitted to the VA. At that same meeting I was told to call him Tommy …. that he didn’t know that other guy lol. It was my great privilege to help take care of this man who was always up and going even when he didn’t feel his best. Tommy soon became part of our expected routine and was always there to greet staff and watch out for other Veterans. I can’t imagine being separated from family at the end but know that Tommy was never alone. My sincere sympathy to all of the family.