Graham, Irene Ethel (Williams)

Irene Ethel Graham (nee Williams) of Sudbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Finlandia Village in her 89th year. Beloved wife of William Arthur “Art” Graham. Loving mother of Dennis of Marathon, Bev Singer of Saskatoon, Cathy Petrosky (John) of Elliot Lake, Janice (Denis Ethier) of Markstay, Nancy Fallat (Terry) of Espanola. Cherished grandmother of Greg (Lisa), Jeff (Michelle), Mike (Melanie), Holly (Elio), James, Will (Katie), Joe, Jon, Tom and great- grandmother of three great-granddaughters. Predeceased by her parents Esther and Joseph Williams, all siblings, son-in-law Garry Singer (2009) and grandson Graham Singer (2009). Irene loved life. Before retiring, she worked at the Central Supply Unit at the General Hospital, where she made lifelong friends. She was happiest when spending time with family, preparing feasts for all of her relatives and playing with her grandchildren. She enjoyed camping, hand crafts, gardening, reading and swimming at the Nickel District pool. She was a kind and thoughtful person. The family would like to thank the staff and Finlandia Village for their excellent care and love over the past nine years. Please join us for a Celebration of Life for Irene at the Minnow Lake Legion, Branch # 76, 1553 Weller Street on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Finlandia Village Palliative Care would be appreciated.

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3 Condolences

  1. Nancy:
    Sue and I send our thoughts to you. It is difficult to have a parent leave us no matter how old the parent may be.

    Ron and Sue Mackenzie

    By: Ron Mackenzie
    April 25, 2016
  2. Art and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

    By: Murray and Debi MacQueen
    April 25, 2016
  3. I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of when Elaine and I would spend time with you all in the summer.

    By: Ken & Penny (Ayers) Lamorea
    April 24, 2016

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