Dorothy M. Grah

DOROTHY M. GRAH, 95, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 9:16 am, Friday, January 9, 2026 at her residence.

She was born to the late Albert and Emma M. (nee Childers) Kuehne on December 22, 1930 in Jacob, Illinois.

Dorothy married Jack R. Grah on December 2, 1950 in Chester, Illinois; he preceded her in death on April 15, 1981.

She had worked as a commissary clerk for Chester Mental Health Center until her retirement.

Dorothy was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Chester. She was also a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and Tripoli Club. Dorothy enjoyed playing dominoes with her friends and enjoyed Wednesday afternoon bible classes and helping with the Lutheran Braille Workers.

Survivors:

   Daughter-in-law: 

        Cindy Grah Sparta, IL

   2 Siblings: 

        Shirley Kuehne Chester, IL

        Alberta Kuehne Chester, IL

   1 Granddaughter: 

        Tracy (Stephen) Hooper Sparta, IL

   2 Great Grandsons: 

        Christian and Cameron Koeneman

   Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends

Preceded in Death by: Parents, Husband, 2 Sons – Michael and Kenneth Grah, 3 Brothers – Charles, Albert, Jr. and Bob Kuehne and 2 Sisters – Wilma Larose and Diane Arthur

Memorial Service: 

   11:00 am, Thursday, January 15, 2026

   Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Officiating: 

   Rev. Timothy Sims

Visitation: 

   Thursday – 9:00 am – 11:00 am

   Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

A private inurnment will be held at a later date.

Memorials: 

   St. John Lutheran Church, Chester, Illinois