Maurice Graham Jr., a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 19, 2018, in Chicago, Illinois. Maurice, affectionately known as "Duece," was born on August 22, 1997, and was cherished by his family and friends. He was a devoted father to his children, Jeremih and Laila, and was loved by his parents, Lakesha Levy-Graham and Maurice Graham Sr., as well as his siblings and extended family.
On the night of December 19, 2018, Maurice Graham Jr.
was one of two men killed in a shooting incident in the West Englewood neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. The shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the 6600 block of South Oakley Avenue. Maurice Graham Jr. and another man, 26-year-old Deven Kimberly, were found inside an SUV in an empty lot and were pronounced dead at the scene. A third man, aged 28, was critically wounded and taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center with a gunshot wound to the back.
The Cook County medical examiner's office identified Maurice Graham Jr. as one of the victims. The investigation into the shooting was conducted by the Chicago Police Department, and detectives were actively pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. As of the latest available information, no arrests or suspects had been publicly announced, and the case remained under investigation.
Maurice Graham Jr.'s death was a devastating loss for his family and the community. His obituary highlighted the deep love and affection he received from his relatives, including his grandmother Susie, great-grandparent Eunice Allen, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The family held visitation and funeral services at McCullough Funeral & Cremation Services in Chicago to honor his memory and celebrate his life.
