Today, on May 21, 2026, my mother, Easter Graves, breathed her last. SHe died in her house here in Jackson, MS, with her husband right by her side. She did was not in pain. At 02:30, she spit of blood. At 03:00, she stopped breathing. At 04:00, she was formally pronounced dead.
That’s my Mom, man. Only one I ever had, and I’d never trade her for anyone. Baggage and all, that’s my momma. The writing has been on the wall for quite some time, but knowing she’s gone still hits hard.
I don’t usually talk about my IRL stuff on the blog, but again, that’s my Mom. There’s not a lot to say. I lost my mother today, and I loved her very much. Right until the end, I loved my mother. More than anything, I’m just glad she’s not hurting anymore.
Rest In Peace, Easter Mae Graves. April 1957 - May 2026.