It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Graeme Cunningham, brother, husband, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. He will be dearly remembered by his wife Monique MacMinn, sister Brenda (Peter) Garnham, nephews Jason Garnham (Robin), David Garnham (Kelsy), great nephews Lochlan and Broderick as well as many friends. Graeme was born in Victoria to parents, James and Margaret Cunningham, who had recently arrived from Scotland.
Graeme loved racquet sports. Squash was his greatest passion where he accomplished several championships in his younger years. Graeme attended St. Michaels University School where he graduated with honors. Graeme worked at Queen’s Printer in the Provincial Government and was the President of the Canadian Diabetic Association for several years.
Graeme’s literary talents expressed themselves by his love of writing poetry and articles where they were printed in various publications throughout his life. Graeme was a loyal and loving man who could light up a room with his disarming smile and infectious laughter. His sense of humour followed him until his last days. (He loved Drama class in school), Graeme will be fondly missed by those whose lives he touched.
Memories: Forever in our heart
A Poem for Graeme
With all my heart I did love
And with this love my heart did break
We shared our lives our souls forsake
My parting words for you to hear
Is that my love is always near
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
17 Responses
Dear Monique,
While at SMU I was good friends with Graham and recently attempted to get in touch where upon finding this obituary page. I know Graham had lifelong diabetes and I suspect this is cause for his decline. Although we have never met – I wish you all condolences and will remember Graham in my Prayers.
Hi Monique..
Graeme and i were very good friends as kids.. so long ago now.. sad to hear of his passing.
Jan
To my dear sister Monique…”Greemie” (or as the terrifying SMU teachers would say: “Cooning’um!!!”) will be much missed. A fixture with the squash gang (hey Dave!), he’ll always be remembered as a firebrand competitor who took no prisoners. Saddened, actually, to see his once-acerbic wit kinda soften, a little, over the years, yet – it truly spoke, ultimately, to the idea that the warmth of his heart could not be bound. He could be incredibly effusive in lavishing those close to him with praise and adoration that was genuine to a fault. Wearing the forthright intentions of his heart on his sleeve is something I’ll miss most about him; he was an open book who will be remembered for his generosity of spirit. Take care, Graeme. RIP.
– Doug
Monique,
My deepest sympathy on Graeme’s passing. I have so many fond memories of Graeme, his incredible wit, sense of humour and love of the English language.
My thoughts are with you.
Love, Jane
I will miss you good friend. We were friends a long time, since our early day of junior squash. We played a lot, laughed a lot, and had some epic adventures together. You will always be remembered as very fun, friendly and kind.
I want to thank you for the smile you will always put on my face when I think of you on the court, or in a crowd or on the dance floor with your love Monique. Thank you Graeme you are very missed and thought about often.
Dear Monique, Our sincere condolences on the passing of Graeme. He was a genuine and kind person who accomplished so much in his life. We have many fond memories of him. His sense of humour, his laugh and his kindness. He will be remembered with great fondness. Your care and dedication was a tribute to special bond of enduring love and support.
Our thoughts are with you, Bill Myles & Kari McLay
Monique, your love for Graeme was undeniable regardless of circumstances. May you find comfort in your memories of the love and laughter you shared.
Heather Allen