David A. Graham, 36 passed away on Oct. 9, 2007, in a car accident while on duty with the Montana Highway Patrol. David was born on May 26, 1971, in Kansas City, Mo. He later moved Kalispell in the third grade to live with his mother and three brothers, and then for a period returned to Kansas City with his father, where he attended Wentworth Military Academy and he excelled, achieving the honor roll and marksmanship awards.

Later, he returned to Kalispell where he continued on to graduate from Flathead High School in 1989. He then moved back to Kansas City to attend Johnson County Community College where he studied electronics and to live near his father. While there, David established himself as a leader with a local Fun Factory business and became their district manager, coordinating all new store openings.
David pursued his lifelong dream and joined the Montana Highway Patrol in August 2006. He passed away doing what he loved, “helping those in need.” He is survived by his wife, Genny; three children, Cedric, age 9, Chynna, age 7, and Caiden, age 4; his mother, Maren Nestegard; stepfather, Larry Nestegard; father, David L. Graham; stepmother, Jean Graham; his three brothers Vic, Jeff and Scott Nelson; a stepsister, Alison, and her husband, Todd Hawes; along with his grandmother, Dorothy B. Graham; a stepgrandfather, Carlton Nestegard; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles; along with many, many good friends. David is interned at Glacier Memorial Gardens in Kalispell.

A trust for the family’s benefit has been established at First Interstate Bank. To make a donation, visit any First Interstate Bank and ask to donate to the Graham Family Benefit Fund. Donations may also be sent to the MHP District VI Office, 121 Financial Drive, Suite D, Kalispell, MT 59901.