Kies Graham, 29, of Martins Ferry, Ohio passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Kies was a graduate of Martins Ferry High School. His love for cooking began at a young age when he was a member of 4-H. He later became a sous chef at Elle and Jack's in Wheeling, WV. He was passionate about his craft.

He also loved to listen to and play music, learning to play different instruments. His favorite instrument to play was the bass guitar. He also loved fishing, and going to the beach.

Kies had a beautiful smile and loved to laugh and joke around. He was loved by his family, and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his parents, Ron and Lisa Graham of Waxhaw, NC; sister, Allison Graham of Martins Ferry, Ohio: and brothers, lan Graham and Neal Graham of Wheeling, WV. Also survived by grandfather, Douglas (Carolyn Sandrick) Neal, uncle, Bill (Lisa) Neal, aunt, Ronda (Matt) Clark, and uncle, Ted (Becky)Hitchman, and several cousins.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Graham, grandfather, Roland Graham, and grandmother, Mary Harris.

A celebration of Kies' life will be held at a future date.