With deep sorrow and heartfelt love, we announce the passing of Mother Dorothy Graham, a devoted woman of faith, a loving matriarch, and a pillar of our church and community. Mother Graham departed this life peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Life Care Center, Wilmington surrounded by the love and prayers of her family.

"Little Dot" as she was affectionately known as was a guiding light to all who knew her, she was known for her unwavering faith, compassionate spirit, and tireless service. Her legacy of love, prayer, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

She leaves to cherish her daughter, Sandra Kay Graham Bethea; grandchildren Cedric Bethea, Rodney Nixon and Tammy Graham and a host of family, friends, spiritual children other relatives and friends who will cherish her memory forever.

Homegoing celebration service will be held 1:00pm Sunday July 27, 2025, at Graham Chapel AME Zion Church 458 East Arcadia Road, Riegelwood, NC 28456.

Interment will follow in the Graham Chapel AME Zion Church Cemetery.

Viewing for relatives and friends will be held on Saturday July 26, 2025, during the hour of 4:00pm -5:00pm at Dunn Funeral Home Chapel 810 West Wilmington Street Burgaw, NC 28425.