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Graham LEA Obituary

LEA, Graham March 1934 - April 2013 It is with gratitude that we celebrate a life well-lived. Graham Richard Lea, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away April 3rd with his wife Roz at his side. A self-made man, he lived an exciting, fulfilling life that many could only hope to - from lead smelter worker in Trail, to R.C. A.F. flight mechanic, to CBC broadcaster, provincial politician and corporate executive officer- Graham lived his life to the fullest, renowned for his quick wit, intellectual curiosity, love for debate and side splitting humour. As MLA from 1972 through 1986, where he served as Minister of Highways in the Barrett government and opposition critic for a number of economic portfolios, and during his many years as Executive Director of the Truck Loggers Association, Graham was a strong voice in provincial economic and resource related issues and policies. He loved his family unreservedly and will live on forever in the hearts of Rozlynne, children Melanie (Rick), Marni (Chris), Alex and David (Denise), grandchildren Tristan, Kyle, Alexis, Mathew, Sara, Anthony, Brenden, Davey, and Hannah, sister Doris, brother Donald, and the many special friends he made and kept over the years. Graham Lea will be sorely missed. A celebration of his life will be held at 2pm, April 21st at Royal Colwood Golf Course.
Published by Victoria Times-Colonist from Apr. 12 to Apr. 13, 2013.

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Graeme Bregani

October 4, 2013

Thank you, Graham.

April 21, 2013

I worked in Graham`s campaign during the 1972 provincial election. I will always remember election night and the victory party in the Fishermen`s Hall.
Graham, may you rest in peace.

David Rehaluk
Dauphin, Manitoba

Norm Macphee

April 17, 2013

Graham, You inspired many of us in the old Prince Rupert shire by making politics both important and fun. Smart, gregarious, and never mean-spirited, you had a life fully lived with lots of friends and Roz and other loved ones with you at the end. It doesn't get
much better.

Stephen Sanders

April 16, 2013

Although we only knew each other for a short time I can say it was a pleasure to meet you.
Thanks for the golf Graham it was fun. But nobody warned me that I was about to be beat by a professional player.

April 15, 2013

remembering knocking on doors with graham in prince rupert in the seventies,it was my first time campaigning and learnt a lot. still envolved today because of graham. to the family --time heals all. phyllis simonds

April 14, 2013

Remember Graham from Trail. His mom, Bea and my mom, Phyllis Buckley, were the best of friends.

Sympathies to the family.
Sandy Foreman, Summerland, BC

Brian Gardiner

April 13, 2013

I remember sitting in the Fishermnen's Hall in Prince Rupert the night Graham won his election. "What do we do now," he said. Always challenging our thinking, you couldn't help liking him and engaging him. Good on you Graham.

Ronni Holtby

April 13, 2013

Blessings on this journey graham You were a fun & loving friend to mark & i in victoria. I lost connection after
he passed in 76 but remember u fondly. Political change. Opening our hearts. & minds being "father confessor" making us laugh amidst the turmoil as min of highways. I have missed your spark & so many more obviously will too.
Blessings & laughter

Veronica (Ronni) Entwistle (Holtby)

April 13, 2013

Bless your journey Graham. I think of you and the times we shared with the NDP. You were idealistic and father confessor to so many of us, always weaving light and laughter throughout those heady days. I lost track of you after 1976 when Mark (my husband) passed but I know you graced our generation through those years.

April 12, 2013

Graham,I'll miss your odd requests(soft bacon!?),your crazy stories,but mostly your love of life.Lise O.

April 12, 2013

Even when you were mad at him you couldn't help but like him.
A good guy-many chuckles and guffaws will ring through heaven now.

Terry Intermela

Soar on Great Wings

Jane Currie

April 12, 2013

I was a pleasure to get to know you Graham and meet you again after so many years. My father Jack spoke highly of you during your time in politics and involvement with the NDP. I can only say thank you for your socialist leanings and for trying to make the world a better place for all.
Al the world changes, not necessarily for the better, I'll raise a glass to you and your ilk. Thank you.

R.I.P.

Tristan Baker

April 12, 2013

I love you and miss you grandpa. I am happy that you're pain is over but you leave a void that will not be filled. Love Tristan

John Smith

April 12, 2013

Having met Graham during the early 1980's, I was impressed not with his ideas, but his quick wit and intelligence. He has made a differnce to many of our lives, and I cherish the times we spent together. To those in his family he has left behind, my thoughts are with you, I'm sure he lives in your hearts forever.

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