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Eric Dymond Obituary
Family man, artist, professor, nature lover and humourist died in his sleep on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at the age of 64. Inspiring father to Chris (Wendy), Erica and Graeme (Jesslyn). Adored Pappy to Audrey and Desmond. Loyal brother of Jan (Romy) and Pat (Gary). Goofy uncle of Heather (Harry). Childhood spent with longtime friends from Etobicoke and Kipling Collegiate. Proud graduate of NSCAD (class of '75), he will be long remembered for his still life work displayed across North America, his trailblazing contributions to both the genesis of rhizome.org and the digital media community at large. A professor beloved by both colleagues and by thousands of fine arts and IT students at Humber College for nearly 40 years. He taught true understanding over memorization. He lived life with an enduring passion, which he passed on to the Swansea community at Rennie Rink, the recreation centre and Bloor West as a whole. The inspiring Ontario landscape gave him peace of mind and a doorway to creative possibilities. He was particularly fond of Belfountain and Toronto's High Park, which he enjoyed with his family and close friends, whom he cherished deeply. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W., at Windermere, east of the Jane Subway, on Monday from 6 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. If desired, remembrances may be made to Crohn's and Colitis Canada. Online condolences may be made through
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Heather Corcoran
October 16, 2015
Heard of Eric's passing through the community at Rhizome. Sad to lose this trailblazing artist. Sympathy to his friends and family.
Belinda Cunha
October 14, 2015
Sincere condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Eric will always be remembered at Humber for his wickedly smart sense of humour and contributions to computers and art. Rest in peace, Eric.
Al (Bert) Hourston
October 12, 2015
My sincere condolences to Eric's family and many friends. As one of Rick's many longtime friends, we spent our high school years living life to the fullest. Rick was always an inspiration, and a close friend.
October 11, 2015
Jan & family,
Much sympathy to all of you. We will remember Eric by enjoying several of his paintings on our walls that have given us pleasure over the years. It is sad to lose such a talented man. Barb & Rob, Calgary
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John Bracken
October 10, 2015
R.I.P. Rick.
Lynda Hausman
October 10, 2015
I worked with Eric at Humber for many years. He was always a wonderful person to be around. Always full of stories about his kids and videos of his grandchildren. He was so proud of you. This is such a difficult time, but know that you can celebrate a life well lived.
Thinking of the Dymond family, with sympathy from the Gibson Family
October 10, 2015
October 10, 2015
Eric was a wonderful light at Humber College!
Russ Redshaw
October 9, 2015
My heartfelt thoughts to Eric's family. A forever friend forever remembered.
October 9, 2015
The pillar of Larkin Avenue. So fondly remembered by Richard, Julia, Trevor and myself. A hero in particular to Julia, who stepped on a needle one day and was tended to so expertly and gently by Rick, when her parents were away. Too soon Rick.
Judith and Richard
Linda Ruth Ciglen
October 9, 2015
Graeme, Chris, Erica, we are heartbroken and grieve with you. Your dad's legacy lives on in you three. Love from your friends at Runnymede Community Church.
Kathleen Roy
October 9, 2015
My deepest condolences to Eric's family and friends.
I was a student of Eric's and later worked with him. I was an average student, but Eric took me aside and gave me a chance to work with him on a project. He was trying to boost my confidence and it worked.
We remained friends over the years and last year when my dad was sick from Crohns and later passed away, Eric was a calming presence to me,
He was a kind and gentle soul who will be missed.
Thank you Eric, for everything!
October 9, 2015
Chris & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father.
My thoughts and prayers are will you during this time of sorrow.
Nancy DeFrancesco
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