Obituary for John David Graham
John David Graham passed away peacefully on June 29, 2020 at the Northumberland Hills Hospital, Cobourg. He was the beloved husband of Fiona for 59 years, and the proud and loving father of Abbie (Michael Murphy), Kathryn (Ian) and David (Viviane Côté). He was also the proud and loving grandfather of Cody, Kieran, Austin, Noah and Kristianne. He was a kind man, and most generous with those he loved.
John graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia with a degree in Civil Engineering. He went on to complete a Master's degree at Lehigh University, Pennsylvania. His career in Canada's space industry was truly "stellar." His many accomplishments included being part of a team of Aeronautical engineers who designed and produced the Canadarm, Canada's proud contribution to the International Space Program.
Per ardua ad astra
Through adversity to the stars
A celebration of John's life will be held when conditions permit. In memory of John, donations would be welcomed by the family to the Salvation Army.
John graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia with a degree in Civil Engineering. He went on to complete a Master's degree at Lehigh University, Pennsylvania. His career in Canada's space industry was truly "stellar." His many accomplishments included being part of a team of Aeronautical engineers who designed and produced the Canadarm, Canada's proud contribution to the International Space Program.
Per ardua ad astra
Through adversity to the stars
A celebration of John's life will be held when conditions permit. In memory of John, donations would be welcomed by the family to the Salvation Army.