William Graham Scott, Jr. was born November 13, 1958 in Newport News. He graduated from Ferguson High School in 1977. Following graduation Graham as he was known by many of his friends joined the United States Army, becoming a member of the Special Forces.

After he left the military, Graham began a career with the US Postal Service, which lasted until he retired. Graham loved nature and would take many long walks through the Noland Trail, Sandy Bottom Nature Park and the mountains. He loved teaching is nephews and nieces how to play chess. Graham loved board games of all kinds, and spent many hours of enjoyment trying to negotiate new strategies.

Graham was preceded in death by his parents, Graham and Alice Scott. He is survived by his brother Randolph (Marybeth) Scott; sisters Alison (Tony) Schmidt, Anne (Keith) Singles, Bess (Jim) Crotts, and Mary Scott. He is also survived by several cousins, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews who were amazed at some of the jokes and stories Uncle Graham would tell. Graham loved his pets and companion animals, Katana and Taz who were looking lost without him. Graham will be truly missed by those of us who loved him.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Phoebus American Legion Post, 15 North Mallory Street in Hampton, Virginia.