I just heard of Graham's passing and wanted to say that he was a real gentleman who always supported staff in the delivery of Halifax's municipal services. He helped make Halifax a better place to live for all citizens. 
My sincere condolences to all his family.
Phill Cochrane

Ardie, I'm sorry that I cannot be there in your hour of need but be sure that you are in our thoughts and prayers.  
May you find comfort and strength within your Family and Friends.  
Graham was a Brother-in-law who went over and above whenever the need was great and we shall always remember him with kindness and love.
May God bless you and your family at this time.
Love always Brother Lenny and Sister-in-law Bev from Sudbury, Ontario

My condolences to Ardith and all of Graham's family on his passing. This poem has comforted me in times of loss.  I hope it helps you find peace as well
Dawn Marie Sloane

The day God called you home

 
God looked around his garden
And He found an empty place.
He then looked down upon this earth,
And saw your tired face.
 
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.
 
He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again.
 
He saw that the road was getting rough.
And the hills are hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered Peace be thine.
 
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone
For part of us went with you
That day that God called you home
 
Author unknown

Artie and Family

So sorry to hear about Graham, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dot Marsman & Lana Marsman-Nixon

Mrs. Downey and Family,
I was sorry to hear of Graham's passing; he will certainly be missed by those of us who have had the pleasure to get to know and serve with him.  Graham's grassroots and inclusive leadership style will be his enduring legacy to the community.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

My deepest and sincere condolences to the family 
May God comfort and keep you strong during this time of need 
Hold  and cherish the loving memories . Rest in Peace Mr . Downey

To the Family.Sending our Sympathy and Prayers,and May God's Love,comfort you now and always.God Bless.Beverly&Brian David

To: Mrs. Downey,Carmella,Graham Jr. (Karen) Pricilla (Rohan) Gordon (Nathalie),Stacy, Christopher (Aleesa), Phyllis, David, Vernon (Burly), Karen, grandchildren, nieces and nephews:
I would like to convey my deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one.  When the loss of a loved one comes, it is often difficult to find the words that one might want to say to offer comfort during this time.  Just know that while the sadness will come and go, the wonderful memories that you all hold deep in your hearts will give you the strength that will sustain you as time goes by. God will always intervene when you need Him most.
Mr. Downey certainly left a great legacy to be followed and worked diligently to make positive change.
In Deepest Sympathy from Deaconess Nancy Sparks, Lake Loon, N.S.

My Dearest Aunt Ardie, Carmilla, Graham Jr. (Karen), Priscilla (Rohan), Stacey, Gordon and Christopher (Aleesa) and all your beautiful children.  My deepest sympathies from myself, Carl, Alyson and Samm!!  Uncle Graham was one in a million but I don't need to tell you that.  When it came to politics, noone could touch him.  He knew the results of most elections before they were even cast.  Aunt Ardie, you and Uncle Graham opened your home to our family as you did to most at a very young age and I grew up with my cousins more as brothers and sisters not cousins.  Lord knows we fought like brothers and sisters!! Lol!!  I still thank Uncle Graham everyday for his strong encouragement and support when I decided to enter politics.  It was a scary road and he made it so smooth.  My endless conversations and tapping into his wisdom made my six years on the Halifax Regional School Board a lot smoother than they could have been.  His constant pushing for me to go further fell on deaf ears though as I was not quite ready to take that next plunge.  I hope and pray that his longstanding legacy inspires some Afrikan Nova Scotians to take up the torch and run for politics.  It is an area we are absent from and I know he would be so proud to see someone take that plunge  hint hint Christopher or Jerome!!  I love you all more than words could ever explain.  You have been and always will be one of my second families.  God's blessings on you all as you prepare to lay a great man to rest.  He is no longer in any pain and you can be at peace  knowing he is lying in the arms of the almighty, Our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ!!  

Revelations 14:13 Then I heard a voice from heaven say, "Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on." "Yes," says the Spirit, "they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.

My sincere sympathy to all the family during this difficult time.

Selma Vineberg
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Graham was a true hero and statesmen to many people in Nova Scotia. He will be sadly missed.
My condolences to Ardith and family.

Alan R Abraham Jr.

Dear Ardith and family,  Carole and I send you our sincere sympathy.
     Your loss is shared by many Nova Scotians.  Graham was admired and appreciated by all who knew him. His contributions to our city and province are huge, particularly his long service on Halifax City Council. His efforts and achievements will remain as a fine examples of truly good citizenship.
      Graham was one of my best friends across many years.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.   Gerald Regan.

Dear Ardith, Gordie, Chris and Downey family,

Phil and I send our deepest condolences to you all and send our prayers. We hope that after the sadness eases, the time you spend together remembering Mr. Downey's life brings you much warmth and joy. 
                                                                        (Pooneh & Phil Fersht)

Our deepest sympathy to you Gordon and your family... we send you our love and prayers.... and will be thinking of you.

Sylvie & Stephane Cuerrier

I'm really sad for you Gordon, but we are thinking of you. Julie and Mario Cuerrier

Ardie, Carmella, Graham Jr., Gordie, Cissie, Stacy, Chris, David, and Mrs. Braithewaite my heart goes out to you all.  My sincere condolences, as I know what it is like to lose such an important member of your family.  Graham Sr. will be remembered with fond memories by all and hopefully each one of you will find comfort in your own special memories of him. Graham is back with his brothers again, waiting for the time when he will be reunited with each and everyone of you, so take comfort in knowing that you will see him again in God's kingdom.  My prayers are with you to help you get through this difficult time and remember you are not alone, there are many friends and family members that will help you get through this.    Carl Gannon, Sheila Lucas and family

Chris and family. 
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. 
Please know you are in my prayers. 
Lois

Sincere Condolences to Mrs. Downey, a.k.a. Aunt Ardith, Carman, Stacey, Cissie, and Downey family so sorry for the loss of your husband and dad, this surely came as a surprise still can't believe  our community have lost another wonderful role model, Aunt Ardith and family take courage in knowing God knows all things, praying  God Will give you and family strength during your time of sorrow, I know its never easy losing a love one, but one thing I know for sure is God has all things in control, so with this trust God at all times, God Will answer all your prayers, and heal you day by day, much love being sent to you all, wishing I could be there as a shoulder for you all to cry upon, Mr. Downey a.k.a. Uncle Graham was a wonderful man, quite, and dignified, and the list could go on,  may you r.i.p. Uncle Graham, until.  much love. xoxoxo

On behalf of the late Donald Murphy QC, his wife Marie, and his adult children I would like to express our sadness at the passing of Mr Downey and to extend our sincerest condolences to his family.  Graham was a fine man and a courageous and honest politician, and my father held him in the highest respect.
Our family will always remember the support that he gave Don during the turmoil of some of the severe infighting at City Hall during the 'nineties and his unwavering assistance and his willingness to stand up and be counted for what he believed in will never be forgotten.
Again, our deepest sympathy to the Downey family for your loss.
Paul Murphy MD

Surprised to see Graham's passing in the Chronicle Herald it is Wednesday September 9th paper.   Sorry to hear of your loss and can remember both of you still.

To Ardith and your family sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one I just wanted to send along my condolences and to let you know you are in my prays at difficult time .

Sherlene& Myles Simms(nee Jones)
Upper Hammonds Plains

My deepest and sincere sympathy to the entire DOWNEY FAMILY for the loss of GRAHAM.Mr Downey was a gentleman and leader to the whole community.I knew him so well GODS RICHES BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL AT THIS DIFFICULT
TIME.REST IN PEACE.
Dorothy(Dottie)Harper, Toronto ,Ontario.

Our sincere condolences to the Downey family. They always go away too soon.

Nancy and Jerry Blumenthal

To Ardith and family - 
Graham will be sorely missed and proudly remembered by those of us who grew up with him and followed his many achievements. His personal and public accomplishments are a testament to his dedication. May he rest in peace. Les Oliver, Wolfville, Nova Scotia

My deepest condolences go out to the Downey Family , I am so sorry for your loss may god bless you all at this difficult time...Thank Mr. and Mrs. Downey for always making me feel welcome when I came to your home...god bless you Stacy my childhood friend...thinking of you all at this sad time..

Our sincere condolences to the Downey Family. Manuel and June Downey - Toronto, Ontario

To David Downey and the entire Downey Family:

We are saddened by Graham's passing and we share your loss.   Graham was a highly respected leader in the community at large, and more importantly, in the neighborhood where we lived and grew up together. 

With deepest sympathy,

Raye and Eileen Billard

We send condolences to his family and trust that Gods presence will be near as you suffer this loss, Jesus does understand and grieves with you. appreciate his efforts to serve the city of Halifax as alderman, and us on Creighton Street, respectfully, William and Linda Walsh formerly of 2496 Creighton Street.

Graham, I still can't believe you are gone. We shared so many memories over the years, from late nights to lunches, from political discussions to talks about sports. We talked, we laughed and we always said goodbye with happy thoughts. Rest in peace, dear friend. I'll miss you more than words could ever say.

May he rest in peace. Graham was a true gentleman in every sense of the word.
He was kind and compassionate and would lend a hand to anyone in need. I will miss his dry sense of humour and the many good times we had at city hall and at the arrows club. God bless him. John and Miriam o Brien.

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Graham Leo Downey

8 mai 1939 – 5 septembre 2015

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