Obituary/Larry E. Graff, 79

by Larry E. Graff, 79, of Moorhead, MN, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in Sanford Medical Center, Fargo, ND. Larry was born March 20, 1947, in Roseau, MN, to Juel and Agnes (Hudson) Graff. He grew up near Greenbush, MN, and attended Haug Leo Elementary School, later graduating from Greenbush High School. Following high school, Larry began his career as an over-the-road truck driver. He attended AVTI in Thief River Falls and graduated in 1971. Over the years, Larry collected many stories during his time driving truck throughout the lower 48 states. For the last 25 years before retirement, he drove for SuperValu of Fargo, ND. He started with SuperValu’s over-the-road division and finished the last 10 years working the warehouse yard and deliveries to the local Hornbacher’s. Larry enjoyed visiting with friends and strangers alike. He seemed to always find connections when striking up a conversation with just about anyone. In his down time, he enjoyed spending time outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed watching baseball, football and especially hockey in person and on TV. His preference in TV shows included shows about the outdoors, animals, and westerns. Larry will be dearly missed. Larry is survived by Karen Jensen, his extended family and his brother-in-law, John, sister-in-law, Ruth and Delphine, and his many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa Graff; infant son, Eugene Graff, his parents, Juel & Agnes Graff, and his siblings, Robert, Joann, Joel, Annette, brother-in-law, Orin, nephews Randy, Wade & Aaron, and niece, Pami. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12, from 1:00 - 2:00 PM, followed by the celebration of life service at 2:00 PM, in Wright Funeral Home, Moorhead, MN. A memorial and graveside service will be held Thursday, August 13, at 11:00 AM, at Oiland Free Lutheran Church, rural Greenbush, MN. Wright Funeral Home