GRAHAM, CEDRIC RODGER “RICK”

Peacefully on Monday January 16, 2012 in his 70th year, after a short illness at St. Josephs Hospital in Toronto. Loving husband of 42 years to Janice. Dear son in law of Bernice Akitt. Brother in law of Deby and Fred. Loving uncle of Janice Lynn, great uncle of Shane. Dearly missed by his aunt Jean Sholtz. Survived by his brother Calvin. At Ricks request cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers memorial donations  may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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  1. Jessica & Olivier Nabico
    Jessica & Olivier Nabico says:

    Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you Janice and your family during this difficult time. Rick will surely be missed, but I am glad that he is with Jennie (feeding her as many cookies as she wants).

    Jess & Olivier
    ◦Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow. Robert Louis Stevenson

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  2. Elizabeth and John Thornburg
    Elizabeth and John Thornburg says:

    Dear Janice,

    We will always carry Rick’s memory within our hearts. He was one of a kind friend. A friend who was so loyal that he never missed one week calling me and asking about the ” girls”, how I was doing and how the ” boy ( John) was doing. Every time he called, he would say … It must be Thursday!
    We have so many fonds memories of of our card games together, and our trips to Buffalo … and of course, our beloved Jennie is with him now … Waiting for the ” cookie man” to keep on feeding her cookies. …

    Our thoughts are with you …

    Much love
    John and Elizabeth

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  3. Kathy and John Trevisan
    Kathy and John Trevisan says:

    Dear Janice,
    We were so sorry to hear about Rick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The memory of Rick will live on in all our hearts. Cherish the memories!
    Love and hugs,
    Kathy and John and Family

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  4. Meena Seodyal
    Meena Seodyal says:

    Janice

    My deepest sympathy to you and Rick’s family on the passing of your beloved one, may God grant you strength and peace during this difficult time. My prayers are with you. Take care

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  5. BJ Lyle
    BJ Lyle says:

    Janice,

    My deepest condolences go out to you and your family on the passing of your husband. May the memories that you have stay in your heart forever. Thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

    Take care and know that we are all around you to support.

    BJ

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  6. Debbie Boland
    Debbie Boland says:

    Janice

    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love and hugs

    Debbie

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  7. Wayne Johnson
    Wayne Johnson says:

    Janice – So sorry to hear about Rick. Words of condolence can seem inadequate right now but it’s these words that let you know the love and support that everyone wants to share with you.

    With sincere sympathy and in loving friendship.

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  8. Debbie Alexander
    Debbie Alexander says:

    Dear Janice,
    My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time. Stay strong and know that you have countless friends here who are ready to support you. Take care of yourself.
    Love Deb

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  9. Gord and Nova Whiteman
    Gord and Nova Whiteman says:

    Janice,

    We are thinking of you during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.

    Gord and Nova Whiteman

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  10. Angie Keena
    Angie Keena says:

    Dear Janice,

    Jim and I wish to express our sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. Our thoughts are with you.
    Angie

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  11. doug hathaway
    doug hathaway says:

    Dear Janice,

    Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time.
    We pray that the best memories of a life spent together comfort you and your family.

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  12. Jackie Sousa
    Jackie Sousa says:

    Dearest Janice,
    We are devastated to hear of the passing of your husband Rick. Jan & I send our deepest condolences to you & your family.
    Our thoughts & prayers are with you….
    Jackie & Jan

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  13. Freda
    Freda says:

    Dear Janice,

    I’m so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and best friend Rick. I cannot imagine losing someone you have spent 42 years with. Please know I am thinking of you and here for you at all times. Our love and prayers go to you at this sad time.
    Love, Freda

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  14. Pam Levey
    Pam Levey says:

    Dear Janice

    I’m so sorry about the passing of your husband. Praying that with friends and family around you it will keep you strong and help you get through such difficult times. My heart and thoughts are with you and your families.

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  15. Vijay and Darshanie Maharaj
    Vijay and Darshanie Maharaj says:

    My dear Janice
    There are no words that I can find to describe the privilege I enjoyed in having Rick as my friend. He was a wonderful man and a great friend. He insisted that we got together at least once per month to celebrate friendship. When I was recovering from my illness in 2001, Rick called me, almost every day that year to offer me some cheer. I will miss Rick and I will miss a great friend. He brought a lot of joy into my life.

    Rick, my friend, you must be dancing with the angels now

    Dear Janice, may God grant you strength at these difficult times and help you celebrate the life of a man who helped so many people get back on their feet, because he felt it was the right thing to do.

    God speed dear Rick, you were one of a kind. I will miss you

    Sincerely
    Vijay and Darshanie Maharaj

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  16. Lorraine Scholarchos
    Lorraine Scholarchos says:

    Janice,

    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Rick. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

    Much Love
    Lorraine

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  17. George Shui
    George Shui says:

    Dear Neigb

    So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. We all love you and care about you loss. Praying that God will grant you strength and peace in this difficult time. As your neigbor and friend, please let me know if I can be of any help.

    Love
    George & Margaret

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  18. Ed Avolio
    Ed Avolio says:

    Janice no words can express the sadness on hearing of your husband Rick’s passing . My thoughts and well wishes are with you.

    ed

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  19. Tracey
    Tracey says:

    Janice,

    What can I say but that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m so sorry for loss. If there is anything you need, please call on me. I am but a phone call away.

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  20. Nhu Vu-Gray
    Nhu Vu-Gray says:

    Dearest Janice,

    My sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. Stay strong! I wish you peace and serenity during this difficult time.

    A big hug for you!

    Nhu

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  21. Bill Hutton
    Bill Hutton says:

    Janice,
    I cannot tell how bad I feel for you at this most difficult time. My deepest sympathy to you and your family members. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. If you need anything, you know I am here for you. Thinking of you.

    Bill Hutton

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  22. Joe Woynillowicz
    Joe Woynillowicz says:

    Janice,

    My deepest condolences for the loss of your husband/best friend of 42 years. Thankfully he is now resting peacefully.

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  23. Emmie McKenzie
    Emmie McKenzie says:

    Janice,
    I have thought of you and Rick everyday for the passed few weeks. You are a dear sole and even though I did not have the pleasure of meeting Rick, he must have been a lovely man to have you by his side all of these years.
    Thinking of you,
    Emmie

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  24. TED & NIKKI RAMM
    TED & NIKKI RAMM says:

    Janice, We are very sorry to have heard about Rick’s passing. On behalf of our Family we extend our sincerest sympathy to you and your family members. If we can be of any assistance to you in any way just call me.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers. Best Regards Love Ted & Nikki

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  25. Derek Dingledine
    Derek Dingledine says:

    I am sorry to hear of your loss. It has been a long time since we spoke and I often think of you and Rick. Please accept our dearest condolences at the loss and know that Sandra and I are thinking of you

    Derek

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  26. Catherine Storey
    Catherine Storey says:

    My dear Janice,

    I am so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I can only imagine the depth of your sorrow at losing your best friend of 42 years. I know there is nothing I can say to make things any easier, but just know that have my sympathy.

    Catherine

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  27. MARILYN & JIM WEBB
    MARILYN & JIM WEBB says:

    JANICE, SO SORRY TO LEARN OF RICK’S DEATH.
    KNOW YOU ARE A VERY STRONG LADY AND WILL
    PERSEVERE BUT IF I CAN BE OF ANY ASSISTANCE
    PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL.
    JIM

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  28. Cam Theroux
    Cam Theroux says:

    Dear Janice;
    I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband Rick.
    Please accept my sincerer condolences in your loss.
    Wishing you the very best during this very difficult time.
    Regards,
    Cam

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  29. Dave Missons
    Dave Missons says:

    Janice,

    I am so sorry for your loss. Please give my condolences to Rick’s family as well as yours.

    I feel horrible for you and want to let you know that if you need anything, I mean anything, you let me know. I’m here to talk with you anytime you need it.

    Bigs hugs and kisses for you.

    Again, my condolences to you and your family members.

    Dave Missons
    Samuel Son & Co. Ltd.

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  30. Tom Barrett
    Tom Barrett says:

    Janice

    Please accept my condolences. I hope you’re holding up through this difficult time.

    Hope to see you soon.

    Tom Barrett

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  31. John DeSimone
    John DeSimone says:

    Janice, I am truly sorry about your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your immediate family. Please keep strong!

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  32. Karen Lomax
    Karen Lomax says:

    To Janice and family, please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear husband, brother, uncle and friend. Words may not help console at this time, but know that you have the support of many who care and will be standing by to support you in the days ahead.
    Janice may you find comfort in the memories of happier times together and the knowledge that you were blessed to have found a life partner.

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