Graham, Robert (Bobby)
1948-2014

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our brother Bobby Graham.

He passed away in the loving arms of his family and friends July 6th, 2014 at Surrey Memorial Hospital after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

He was predeceased by his parents, Flora and Bill Graham, brother Gramy, Sister Helen (Cookie) Dayton, brother-in-law Jerry Goota, nephew Chip Goota and great nephew Bretton Stephanyshyn.

He is survived by the light of his life, daughter Kirstin Ali, her mother Vicki Lustig, brothers Dearle (Maria), Rick (Diane), sisters Anna Goota and Lori (Tony) Boguslaw and their families.

Bob was born February 5th, 1948 and grew up in the Prince Albert area. Following High School he moved to Calgary to work for Miller and Brown then later joined Vicki in Vancouver where he was employed in construction.

Bob loved people and animals and was a very personable guy, never judging or demeaning he was a champion for the underdog; you always left him with a big " I love you" and a smile on your face. He always said the best day of his life was the day his daughter was born and stated it often.

Although Bob had a few struggles in his lifetime, we are so proud that his life came full circle with, meaning and direction. The last few years were spent at the Phoenix House where he helped countless people and where he was loved and well regarded.

Our family would like to thank everyone at the Launching Pad and the Phoenix House for their love and support, the numerous visitors and many coffee runs.

We were so blessed to have Bobby in our lives and are grateful for the gifts of courage and laughter he mustered till the very end, and his life long example of humility and compassion.

Love you always and forever Bobby, till we meet again.

A graveside service will be held in Prince Albert at a later date following a Celebration Of Life and Dedication service in Vancouver