Walter J. Grafinreed

Walter James Grafinreed, 69, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family into eternal life on March 28, 2022, at Mercy West Cincinnati Hospital. He was born on November 8, 1952 to James Perry Grafinreed and Dorothy Mae Howard in Knoxville, Tennessee. He obtained his academic studies at Courter Technical High School and attended various trade school training programs throughout his professional endeavors. At an early age, Walter's faith was an essential part of his life. He first gave his life to Christ at Gailee Baptist Church, where he also participated in ministry. Walter worked primarily as a trained tradesperson with the expertise and knowledge of a Machinist. He was the family skillful "grandmaster" player of chess. Walter was also an avid reader of informational articles and inspirational books. He spent most of this time enjoying the company of family and sharing his philosophical views. Beyond that, Walter loved watching old western movies. Walter will lovingly be remembered by his children: Patrica (Daniel) Washington (born to the union of the belated Deborah Grafinreed-Rogers), James Lee Grafinreed (born to the union of Diahanna Mills), and Jessica Shannon (Betty Shannon); his extended children, Pearl (Shawn) Anderson, Jasmine Roper, Cecillia Roper, Angelo Roper, and Wadu (Snuggles) Thompson; grandchildren, Tequila Daniels, Tionna Daniels, Tanasia Daniels, Jahday Daniels, Jahmanuael Daniels, and Jaida Shannon; nine great grandchildren; siblings, Marian Settles, Pamela Sanders, and Anthony Grafinreed; and a host of extended grandchildren, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Dorothy Grafinreed; son, Rayshawn Ridley; siblings: Antonio Grafinreed, Magalene Grafinreed, Juanita Larkins, and Jamesena Barfield; significant other, Elsie Renee Roper; and extended daughter, Carmen Roper. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM with Funeral Service to follow at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at James Temple Church of God In Christ Annex Chapel, 1119 Lincoln Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Arrangements entrusted to the caring hands of KINLEY Funeral Home and Arrangement Center.