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 Jack and Wanda McGraw Pavilion - Oklahoma Christian Univ. - Edmond, OK Posted by:  hamquilter
N 35° 36.721 W 097° 28.159
14S E 638634 N 3941995
This pavilion on the campus of Oklahoma Christian University honors a beloved couple who were known for their caring and generous spirit.
Waymark Code: WMD7DM
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 11/30/2011
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The Jack and Wanda McGraw Pavilion is located near the center of campus. It is one of the areas of the Lawson Commons, which also includes the Freede Clock Tower to the west. This is an 8,000 sq. ft. rectangular area with a concrete and brick inlaid flooring. It is covered with a tent-like canvas canopy, with open sides. The area is supplied with numerous tables, chairs and sofas, for students, alumni and friends of the University to visit or study. The area is also a vanue for school events. The surrounding area is grass, with several flower gardens.
On the east side of the pavilion, an engraved granite monument tells the story of the McGraws. It reads:
Jack and Wanda McGraw
Jack and Wanda, married for more than 51 years until Jack's passing in 2004,
were a model Christian couple. Successful oil and gas entrepreneurs in Midland,
Texas, the McGraws were fully decoted to God, to their family and to others.
Their service to others was legendary. Jack was a church elder for 20 years
and served both as a director for the Midland Christian School and as a Trustee
for Oklahoma Christian University. With Wanda as an equal partner, they blessed
literally thousands...missionaries, students, educators and the less fortunate
with their time, love and resources. Jack's own words say it well, "The Bible says
you are blessed to be a blessing to others. I love Christian education because it blesses so many people.In recognition of the great blessing this couple has been to countless others
the University gratefully dedicates
"The Jack and Wanda McGraw Pavilion" in their honor.
Website with more information on either the memorial or the person(s) it is dedicated to: [Web Link]
Location: Lawson Commons, Oklahoma Christian University
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