John Graham Shouldice

Dear Linda and family, I was saddened to hear the news of Graham’s passing. He was a true gentleman and we have fond memories. Jack always thought very highly of him. To you and family, my deepest condolences and know that you will be in our prayers during this difficult time.

The names, "Graham and Linda" were always together throughout my childhood. Aunt Marg would come and play piano with my father, Graham and Linda and their young family hosted dinners, and my Mom always seemed to sparkle a bit more around her younger cousin Graham. Linda and family, Bill and your family, I am sorry for your deep loss and not to have been able to attend the funeral today. I remember Graham as a warm and friendly, welcoming man, a gentle presence in your lives that you will be missing now and in the future. The whole Kelly family extends our sincere condolences.

We are heartbroken for you, Linda, Lorin, Lori and Scott, as you grieve the sudden passing of your Graham. What a wonderful gentleman who always had a Hello and smile for us whenever we met. He always showed the true spirit of Highland through his dedication to making all golfers feel like they were in paradise while playing his well groomed perfect golf course. May Graham Rest In Peace.

A donation has been made to Byron United Church. Message from the donator: Our sympathy to Linda and family on the loss of this great man and good friend. May your cherished memories comfort you through this difficult time.

A donation has been made. Message from the donator: Condolences to you and your family Larin & Jana. We’re thinking of you during this difficult time. Lambeth Minor Hockey Executive.

We are so sorry to hear of this news. Linda, you and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. You and Graham are such staples in the neighbourhood. Always out walking and stopping to socialize every chance you got. I loved all of our conversations !!!! Graham was such a friendly, kind person and will be greatly missed by all of us in the neighbourhood.

Such heart breaking news. Our deepest condolences to Linda and their family. We will always remember Graham as a kind and caring friend at Golf Lakes. Lawn bowling will not be the same without him. Sending sincere prayers, may he rest in peace. ❤️🙏

I am so sorry to hear of Graham’s passing. He was such a lovely man — always kind, friendly, and genuinely interested in others. I so looked forward to our daily chats when I went on my neighbourhood walks, especially during my maternity leaves with our boys; he always took time out of his day to share a smile and a conversation. It meant a lot. He’ll be deeply missed, and I’ll always remember those moments with great fondness. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

I am deeply saddenend to know that Graham has left us. I am also so glad to have shared conversations and hugs with him and Linda (and many more!) at the Stirling Family Reunion in August. I will remember Graham as a very sweet, kind and gentle man with a beautiful smile and a grounded, almost huble personality. He will be missed by those who knew him. And Graham will be remembered with great fondness. May he rest in peace.1

Larin, My heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family during this difficult time. Offering my thoughts and prayers and may you all find comfort in the fond memories you share of your Dad. May he rest in peace.

My deepest condolences. Graham was a great man. He taught me a lot while working at Highland. Couldn’t have asked for a better first boss. He always fought hard for his crew and the course was immaculate for all those years. Highland wouldn’t be where it is without him. Will always remember his smile and kind heart. Thoughts go out to Scott, Linda and the Shouldice family.

Very sorry and sadden to here about Graham. Linda I always admired his hard and devoted work on the golf course. He and yourself were a pleasure to work for the three years of the five I was on the course. We regret we didn't spent more time in Florida together. Marie and I send our sincere condolences!

Linda & Family We were saddened to hear the news of Grahams passing. We have many wonderful memories of Graham at Golf Lakes. Our daily chats at the gym while we worked out. How proud he was of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. I would often join in his bike ride around the park and we’d chit chat. I would look forward to hearing his stories of what happened at the lawn bowling games. Graham was a kind gentleman and we were happy to have met a fellow Canadian in the park. Graham you will be missed by all who knew and loved you! Golf Lakes will have a huge void this winter! May you rest in peace Graham. Go Bills Go!! Take Care Wendy & Brian Saint John NB

Cherry and I wish to send our heartfelt condolences to Linda and the Shouldice family and we wish you strength to deal with your sad loss. We were fortunate to play golf with Graham and all of the members of his family over many years.

We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Graham. He was truly a kind and genuine man — the person who made others feel seen, valued, and cared for just by being himself. Our deepest condolences to Linda and their family🙏🏻

I am so sad to hear of Graham’s passing. He was my first superintendent and the man that inspired me to go into this career that I still love today. I remember him as always having a bright and sincere smile, his famous wave as he passed you on the golf course, and the way he would practice his golf swing just about anywhere. I have such warm and wonderful memories of working for Graham in the early 00’s and I was so happy to see him out enjoying the fruits of his decades of hard work by playing Highland with Linda by his side after he retired. He was such a kind and warm man and I couldn’t have asked for a better boss to introduce me to the business all those years ago. My sincere condolences to Linda, Scott and the rest of the wonderful Shouldice family. Thank you Graham for all the lessons and your patience with me as a goofy teenager who wanted to follow in your footsteps. Rest in Peace.

Graham was our next-door neighbour for the past several years but so much more than just a next-door neighbor. He often said we were great neighbours and the feeling was definitely mutual. Anytime we stepped outside, and Graham was outside too, he would greet us with a friendly hello and catch up on the latest stories about his grandchildren or our children. Graham took a genuine interest in everyone he knew. He was always positive and quick to laugh and clearly a man of faith. Whenever he and Linda would go for a walk and we were outside, he would stop and chat. I believe he was the most well known and best loved guy in our neighbourhood. We enjoyed ping-pong matches with Graham in their basement, occasional get togethers and sharing stories with Graham (he even knew our kids’ friends names and their interests). He came out to watch our older son’s football. We will all miss his positivity and kind manner. The neighbourhood is not the same without him. And for our family the loss is magnified because we have no extended family in the city, and Graham was always there for us. He and Linda even took me to the emergency last year after an accident when I needed to get there quickly. The night before Graham went to the hospital, he and I were talking about watching “the two Bradys” play against each other in their upcoming school football game next week - I am confident he will be watching from Heaven. 🩷Cynthia for Steve, Cynthia Ryan, Cally & Brady Hellsten

Graham was honoured to be the groundskeeper at Highland, he was very proud of his accomplishments there. He was a friend to most people who played golf there and always had time to listen to a members comment in a respecful manner. Linda and family, life sometimes is not fair and I know you will miss him alot.

Deeply saddened to hear of Grahams passing! He was a great friend and neighbor in Florida who always had a kind smile and a big hello! He was a Master lawn bowler and a fellow golfer who was always a pleasure to play with. Deepest condolences to Linda and entire family! Mary & John Daly

So sorry to hear of Graham's passing. A true gentleman and a great Superintendent whose company I always enjoyed. Sincerest condolences to his family and friends

I am very sad to learn of Graham's passing. As a past member of Highland CC, I was part of a regular foursome with Graham. He made the game so much more enjoyable. Previously, I had written about Graham's career in Ontario Golf Magazine. We enjoyed much banter about the game. He will be a missed. Sincere condolences from me and my wife, Beth.

We will miss Graham. He was always so friendly and upbeat. We pray for you and your family as you say good bye.

Am so sad to hear of Graham’s passing, Linda & family.. It was a shock. My thoughts & praye4s are with you and all the family! Love, Millie

Linda, Larin, Lori and Scott, We’re so sad to hear of Graham’s passing and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have many happy memories of Cousin Graham including several weddings and about sixty family Christmases together! May your memories of Graham give you comfort at this difficult time. Love, Grace & Vic Laursen

Linda and family. My deepest sympathy. Words cannot make everything better but they can let you know there are loved ones praying for you for comfort and peace at this difficult time. With love. Mary Jane