Ann Graham

M. Ann Graham, 73, formerly of Altoona, PA, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Columbus, OH. She was born to Earl and Margaret Leidel on October 15, 1952, and was married on February 14, 1976, to G. Douglas Graham, originally from Kettering, Ohio.

She is survived by her husband Doug, daughter Jessica A. Riffle and husband Daniel K. Riffle of Columbus, their grandchildren Eleanor and Ethan; and her son Eric A. Graham and wife Alexandra P. Castillo, and their children Jude, Gracie and Quinn; and her sister Karen L. Leidel.

She was a 1970 graduate of Altoona High School and earned her bachelor of science degree in journalism from Ohio University in 1974. For more than 40 years, she worked in communications related to newspapers, marketing and editing, concluding her career as a freelance editor of a medical website.

During her life, Ann enjoyed beach vacations, reading, puzzling, gardening, cooking, birdwatching, and finding gifts for kids, grandkids, relatives, friends and neighbors. She also was a food pantry volunteer at her church, and avidly supported the pantry, Camp Akita, and other charities.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating in her memory to the American Cancer Society, Blood Cancer United, and American Diabetes Association.

A memorial service is planned for Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:30pm, at First Community Church, 1320 Cambridge Blvd. Columbus, OH 43212

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