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Donald GRAD Obituary
Peacefully passed away at the Guelph General Hospital on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband for over 64 years of Mary Grad (nee Hannaford). Proud father of Donald (Elizabeth) of Swift Current, SK, Laurie Lanthier of Guelph and Terri Grad of Guelph. Cherished grandfather of Mary (Sam) Sandi (Israel) and Ryan; great grandfather of Bethany, Benjamin, Valentina and Joseph. Don will be remembered by his brother-in-law Bart Hannaford, friends, cousins, nieces, nephews, and canine companions Blue and Max.
Don was a Certified Chartered Accountant. He worked his entire career as a Special Investigator with the Canadian Revenue Department in Ottawa. He was an avid camper, bird watcher and international traveler.
Private family service followed cremation. To view service, please login to oneroomstreaming, event id gilchristFH, password J1NDB1. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Don's name can be made to the Canadian Lung Association through www.lung.ca or by calling 1-888-566-5864.
Arrangements entrusted to GILCHRIST CHAPEL - McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph, (519-824-0031).
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Diane Marchese
September 16, 2021
With deep sympathy on the passing of your husband.
Sincerely, Diane Marchese (master gardener)
Malcolm MacDonald
September 14, 2021
Mary, Donald, Laurie and Terri, my deepest sympathy to you and your families on the passing of Don. He was great friend and like a “big brother” to me when I was growing up. Your family always held a special place in my heart for your friendship was more than that of just a neighbor. Don got me involved with Army, and you took me into your home and looked out for me when my parents were out of town on vacation. I can remember in particular how comforting this was during the FLQ October Crisis in 1970. I can remember staying up with Don watching the late night movie “On The Beach” after coming home from a date to stay at your house (it was a big event when this movie was released on TV). He gave me good guidance in our discussions as he drove me down to the Army meetings. I will always remember and cherish his friendship. Most sincerely, Malcolm MacDonald
Margaret and Carl Haycock
September 11, 2021
To Mary and the entire Grad family we send our sincere sympathy on Don's passing. we have fond memories of Don and his family as neighbours many year ago.
Suzanne (Haycock) Gunby
September 11, 2021
Sorry to hear about Mr. Grad - neighbours of ours for sometime when I was growing up in Ancaster - Suzanne Haycock
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