JAMES LYNCH GRAHAM

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JAMES LYNCH GRAHAM January 6, 1917 January 22, 2013 At the final moment, peacefully, Jim Graham stepped up to his final tee after a lifetime of devotion to golf. After 96 years he is at rest. Left behind are daughter, Barbara-Jane and her husband Ted Becker; granddaughters Heather Becker and her partner Daryn Sherlow and his children, and Jennifer and her husband Clayton Schneider; great-grandchildren, Kadence Schneider and Zachary Schneider. Jim also leaves two nieces and four nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Catherine Stewart (Dewar) Graham in 1998, and infant great-granddaughter Emryss Fossette Schneider. He also was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters and their spouses: Jack (Kaye), Helen (Bunny) Hartwell, Sadie (Bob) Fulton, Bill (Mae), and Geordie, and his sister-in-law and her spouse, Jean (Bill) Odell. The family wish to send heartfelt thanks to the staff of Tower 3, Deer Lodge Centre, for their patience, cheer, and the many activities they offered Jim over the last three years. Special thanks to Diane, Arlis, and Linelle for their care and compassion. In addition thanks to Drake Medox companions, Tony and Michael, for the many adventures they offered Jim that enhanced his quality of life. Thank you also to the visitors from the St. James Legion and those who facilitated the Wednesday night Bingo. Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Thomson In the Park Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a charity of your choice in memory of Jim. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2013