Stephen Wayne Graham

Stephen Wayne Graham, 54, of Topeka, died September 21, 2010 at Midland Hospice House.

He was born on September 10, 1956 in Topeka, Kansas the son of Howard Leslie and Evelyn Laverne (Toyne) Graham.

Stephen was a proficient diver during high school and won many competitions.  He enjoyed lifting weights and was a body builder where he also competed in many competitions.  Stephen was a Fourth Degree Master in Tae Kwon Do.  He taught Karate and owned and operated Karate Schools in the Oakland area.

He is survived by a son Stephen Graham, a brother, Robert Graham, a nephew Robert Graham II, and a niece Michelle.

Stephen will lie in state at the Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home on Sunday after 2:00 p.m. where the family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m.  Graveside Services will be held on Monday at 1:00 p.m. at the Topeka Cemetery Garden Chapel.  Interment will follow.

Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to American Cancer Society and sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, Kansas  66603.

Online condolences and fond memories to www.brennanmathenafh.com.