Toronto, Ontario
Denis Matthew McGRATHSeptember 21, 1968 - March 23, 2017Fiery and feisty, passionate and loyal, Denis' roaring laugh and enormous heart left us far too early after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer. An award-winning screenwriter, playwright, mentor and commentator, Denis left an...
Read MoreI only worked with Denis for a short time, but was profoundly saddened to hear of his death. He made a great impression on me, and on many he crossed path with, I imagine.
Dylan Reardon
April 13, 2017 | Calgary, AB
Denis was my writing teacher at Ryerson. We was wonderful. I teach high school students and tell them how he would test to see if someone wanted feedback or just praise. One of many valuable lessons.
Jessica Bulgutch
April 13, 2017 | Toronto, ON
Dear, dear Kim. I gasped out loud this morning when I read of your husband's death in the Globe....Its been so long since we've been in touch that I didn't even know you had married. The obit, with the story of your wonderful love story, was heartbreaking.....Your life has been too much touched by cancer. I am sending you my deep respect and affection...and I will keep you in my thoughts as you navigate this terrible change in your life. Sincerely, Bunty Anderson, Wpg, MB
April 12, 2017
Please accept my deep sympathies on the loss of Denis. He was, and will always be, larger than life.
With great appreciation for all that he achieved,
Carolyn Bennett
April 05, 2017
What a man. What a voice. What a smile. What a joy to be around. What an inspiration. What a great, gaping loss that he is no longer with us.
Cynthia Knight
April 04, 2017 | Montreal, QC
I met him once, at my son Jeff's wedding to Leslie. He said some flattering things to me about my writing in a manner that was totally warm and sincere. Jeff kept me up to date from time to time on Denis's career, but his passing was a total shock. I wish I had known him better and longer, which I suppose is one of the most heartfelt things you can say about anyone's passing.
John Lawrence Reynolds
April 02, 2017 | Burlington, ON
I didn't know him at all. My niece did and spoke of him! I was however, a big fan of the X Company series! Thought it was brilliant! A special man for sure. My deepest condolences xo- Jane
Jane Gidin
April 01, 2017 | Toronto, ON
Although I didn't know him well, I worked with Denis on Season One of X Company. Every time I met him he was always a gentleman and called me sir. He also would thank me each time for my contribution to Canada's heritage. I can easily see how he would be Mark's best friend. He will be missed by all.
April 01, 2017
