My Dad was a client of George’s. I am deeply saddened to learn of his sudden passing. The world has lost a kind and caring man.

Condolences to the family.

I am saddened to learn of George’s passing. I will miss him.

We are very sorry to hear of your loss.

Penny & Ron

Dear Audrey, Ryan, Adam, and Taryn,

My deepest condolences for your sudden loss.

George was one of the finest gentlemen I knew, a gracious and generous spirit, and the best golfing companion one could ever hope for. His listening and caring nature and the soft twinkle in his demeanour set him apart as a rare financial advisor and, more importantly, as a wonderful human being.

George and all of you are in my prayers.

Paddy

We were clients of George for many years. We are greatly saddened to learn of his death. Sheila and I always enjoyed meeting George and experiencing his cheerful outlook. We shall miss him.

George and the members of his family are in our prayers.

Dear Audrey, Ryan, Adam, and Taryn,

I was deeply saddened to hear, during my trip to Alaska, that George had passed away. I will miss him very much and will think of him often. He was such a good man and he taught me much about the biz. George was also my CSC instructor and I recall vividly when I then discovered that I had been hired to be his sales assistant. I credit him with passing on my first attempt. George was always quick to say hello and was always interested in what was going on in my world. I will miss him and my thoughts are with you. Warm regards, Susyn

Deborah and I offer our sincerest condolences to George’s family, friends and work associates. I have been a client of George’s for a dozen years or so and have always valued his advice and guidance. We had become friends, and I will miss our long phone conversations and lunch meetings, often talking about many things other than investments.

All the best,

Richard

To the Grant Family,

Margaret and I were deeply saddened by the news of George’s sudden passing. We were in Ontario on vacation and unfortunately were not able to attend the service on Friday. George has been our investment advisor for 8 years and had our complete trust and confidence. We had met with George for a scheduled portfolio review on Monday, July 26th and left the meeting with his usual excellent advise and ideas. We get some comfort from knowing that we were able to meet with George so recently. He was a great listener, tremendous advisor and a kind man that always made us feel that he had our best interests at heart. Our deepest sympathy to your family.

Jim and Margaret Phoenix

Rob MacDougall

Hey George, I know you are up there in heaven and I am saddened that a person of your character has left the planet. I just want you to know that i will never forget the day that you took my jersey order on face value when I didn’t have the money to put a pre-payment. I was 11 years old at the time. I was starting up a floor hockey program at my public school. You bought into my plan and I did wind up collecting all the money from the other guys… eventually. Thanks for trusting me. When I think of you, I also think of Bryce Reid and Comet Sports. I spent many an hour checking each hockey stick for whip. I really didn’t know your family but I do want to send them my condolences. You were one of the good guys that graced my path in my life. Thank you for being there for me. Rob MacDougall

Audrey & Taryn and the boys,

We are so so very sorry that you have suffered such a tremendous loss. You are a beautiful family and we pray that your memories of your Dad and family will somehow bring you strength during this difficult time.

We are thinking of you all and praying for your comfort.

The Erickson Family

Audrey, Ryan, Adam and Taryn,

George has been a friend and colleague of mine since the early 1980’s, but more importantly he was my best “work” friend.

He was also probably one of the only Consultants who I would have trusted with my own account, and that’s saying a lot!

When I needed to grouch or share a confidence he was always there to listen and happy to tell me about his family and what was going on with him. If I ever needed an idea I’d call him and he would always share what he was doing and give me ideas when I had none of my own. If I complained about the travails of being a consultant, he would cheerfully commiserate with me but say, “where else could we get a job like this, anyway??”

He was also the first person I would call to find out what the “scoop” was on the 6th floor, or if I had a personal secret to share.

He was a straight arrow, ethical, honest and sincere, in his business life and also in his personal life and when he agreed to sit on the Board of Directors with me at Simon House, a residential drug and alcohol treatment centre, I was thrilled. He felt that he wanted to “give something back”. He immediately got involved and volunteered for the finance committee and among other things, helped us raise the money for our “beautiful new building”. It seemed like at least once every other month he’d come to Board Meetings with a bag of clothes for residents that needed them.

As well, on a professional level he was very giving both of resources and his own personal time as I’m sure the people he worked with will testify to.

I’ll miss George saying to me “Hey, Zim, what’s going on?”, and know that personally, as well as professionally, my world will have just a little less sparkle to it.

Stay strong and stay together. All five of you are in my prayers.

Laara

Audrey and family. So very sorry to hear of your devastating loss in the passing of your husband and father. Even though I did not have the pleasure of knowing George my heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with you. May your wonderful memories help you at this time. With sincere warm thoughts and prayers to all of you and your family.

Penny Humphrey, ESLS

I was shocked to read of George’s passing.

My late husband, Graham, and I were George’s clients in the ’90’s. George was always a true gentleman, proud of his family and caring for others. An artist myself, I enjoyed our conversations about art, particularly the beautiful paintings hanging on the walls of his office. Please know that although you do not know me there are many more like me who were touched by George’s passing and share your sorrow.

Jacqueline Donoghue

Dear Audrey,

It was with deepest sadness that I heard of George’s sudden passing. Over the years, our collective paths crossed many times, under many circumstances. One of the ‘constants”, was always his intellect, smile, wit, unforgettable laugh and his love and commitment to you and your family. George was truly a great guy.

With heartfelt condolences,

Bill Cragg

Dear Audrey,

I am very saddened to hear about your husband. I think of you every day and I will pray for your strength.

Rolonde

Dear Audrey, Taryn, Adam and Ryan

We feel so sad about George’s sudden passing. We can not imagine the sense of loss and suffering that you have but hope that your happy memories of him will comfort you in time. We enjoyed our many visits watching the kids grow up over the years. He was a great guy taken far too early.

We are very sorry that we couldn’t be at his farewell today with you but please know that you are all constantly in our thoughts.

Sincerely

Sue, Rob, Erin, Kiel and Carey

I only knew George from the golf course. To me George was one of those people that could make you feel great no matter how bad you were playing. George was an inspiration on the course as I’m sure he was off the course. Thanks George !

Audrey and Family:

I am so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was such a nice man; always kind and thoughtful to include me at the golf course. Stay strong and keep the family close.

Hugs,

Laurie Gerke

It is with a heavy heart that we send our deepest condolences to all of the Grant family. We have known George for many years and we feel that he will be deeply missed. He was always a pleasure to see when he came into our clinic.

Sincerely, Julian Scott-Brown, Sandy Macleod & Michelle Duska.

With deepest sympathy to the family of George Grant, we have know him for 20 years and will be missed by many as the great and wonderful man he was. Be strong

Dear Audrey and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss, we enjoyed our time together.

Gareth & Laurie

Dear Audrey and Family, please accept our sincerest condolences on your sudden loss of George. As long-time clients, we are fortunate to have befriended George over the years, and are deeply saddened by his departure. We will miss his cheerful disposition and sound advice.

Warmest regards,

Robert and Susan

Dear Audrey,

My wife, Lise, and I are so saddened to hear of George’s sudden passing. I only knew George as a golfer, a very good golfer at that, but I knew him well enough to know that he was a classy guy and the ultimate gentleman. I will miss him and will often remember him for what a wonderful person he was.

Unfortunately we are on vacation in BC and won’t be back for the service on Friday.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

Malcolm Cameron

Audrey and family: I am so very sorry to hear of George’s sudden passing. It’s so hard to believe it has happened as he was such a fit, vital and positive guy. I saw him at the office as recently as six weeks ago, and he was his usual well self. He was a lovely fellow to deal with, and I always felt in good hands with his advice. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Marjorie N. Hardy, long-time client

Audrey & family: We are so sorry to hear of George’s passing. We have known George through CIBC for over 15 years and have had complete faith in his advice. He had always talked about his family and was very proud of them. He was also interested in our coming and goings as well. Our prayers are with you.

Audrey and family: Please accept our sincerest sympathies on George’s sudden passing. Our family is a long time client of his. He’ll be missed.

Audrey and family,

What can I say, but I can’t believe it. My words will be like many, a great guy all around. I worked with George about 5 years ago. He was such a pleasure to work with and be friends with. George always treated people with much respect. I will sure miss him.

Michelle (or Mitch as George would call me)

To Audrey, Ryan, Adam and Taryn,

We are so very saddened to hear of George’s passing. We did not see George often but as long-time clients we came to apprecite his sincerity and integrity over the years. We always exchanged stories about what our children were up to. It was evident that George took great pride and pleasure in his family. He will be missed by many.

We offer our heartfelt condolences.

Sincerely, Laura and Cleve Wershler

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart to hear of George’s passing. My deepest Condolences to Audrey and the family. It was a pleasure to have worked with George for 12 years at CIBC Wood Gundy. He always carried himself with poise and professionalism.

George Baptist

I have known George since 1986. He was my trusted financial advisor at Wood Gundy for 24 years, and also a great friend. I will miss him very much.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his wife, his family and his fellow workers at Wood Gundy.

Dear Audrey and Family, we are so sorry to hear of George’s passing. We first met him during the 1986 RRSP season. Since then, he always managed to keep in touch with us in all parts of the world. We will miss his cool-headed financial advice and his humor about third world living. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely, Luc and France Laverdiere, Mexico

To the Family of George Grant,

We were shocked to read of George’s sudden passing in the Herald today.

We were part of his CIBC Wood Gundy “family” of investors. We so much appreciated his sincerity and very ethical approach to investing. He had our complete trust and felt that, no matter how small the account was, he treated each item as if it were of great importance.

It was interesting to have Adam being part of the Wood Gundy team for a short time this spring and we wish him success in his career. He has had an outstanding example from which to learn.

My Mom first met George as a broker early in his career. She didn’t trust just anyone! Not long after, my Dad started to invest with him. George and Dad celebrated their birthdays on the same date – and George never forgot it! George was so kind to us in helping us, as executors, wind up their accounts when they passed away. My brother, my sister, and our daughter have all invested through him. We really considered him to be a friend through many years. We too will miss him very much.

May the memories you have of George be of comfort. He was a gem.

You are all in our prayers.

With sincere sympathy,

Madeline and Geoff Scott

Dear Audrey and family,

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you in the loss of your husband and father. Please know, that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,

Joan Bruch

Dear Audrey, Ryan, Adam and Taryn

We are saddened to hear of George’s unexpected death. We remember the many evenings we had together as neighbours in Strathcona, enjoying good company and great food and can now laugh about the time we had to come running home in the snow to find the fire trucks at our house and the smoking microwave out on the deck! Though we haven’t seen you often in recent years we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers

Sincerely, Mike, Carol, Meighan, Stephen and Scott