Mrs. Janis Ward Graham
Sherbrooke, July 1, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Janis Ward Graham, at the CHUS-Hotel Dieu, Sherbrooke, QC, on Wednesday July 1, 2026, at the age of 94. She was the daughter of the late William Ward and the late Irene Gillbard and the wife of the late Harry Graham Jr.
Janis leaves to mourn her loving children: Peter, Wendy (the late Steve), Pam (Michael), and Scott (Sharon). Also left to mourn are her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, nephews, nieces, cousins, other friends and relatives.
Family and friends will meet at the Steve L. Elkas Complex (4230 Bertrand-Fabi Street, Sherbrooke) on Thursday July 9, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. On Friday July 10, 2026, all are welcome to gather at the Eaton Cemetery (Rte 210 – Cookshire-Eaton) at 11:00 AM. A graveside service will be held at 12:00 PM, followed by a reception at the Army Navy Air Force (a.k.a The Hut – 300 St-Francis St., Sherbrooke, QC, J1M 0B3.
The family would like to thank everyone at the Manoir de l’Eau Vive for the kind and professional care given to their mother.
As a memorial tribute, donations to the Eaton Cemetery or to a charity of your choice.
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Salut Scott mes plus sincères condoléances pour de décès de ta mère !um
C’était uneFemme très spéciale,chaleureuse qui nous considérait toujours comme des gens à part!j’aimais son sourire,son piano,ses cassettes et la joie de vivre qu’elle dégageait! Je la garde dans mes bons souvenirs!encore sorry ! Pierre Martin Veterinaire a Sherbrooke
Pierre martin veterinaire
17 July 2026
Sheila Andrews
My sincere sympathy to all of Janis' family. She will be missed not only by her family, her many life-long friends and especially those she played music with. Janis could carry on a conversation while playing the piano and never miss a beat. I have a number of her tapes so can still enjoy her wonderful talent that she shared so readily. She will be missed.Sheila Andrews
11 July 2026
Janice LaDuke & David Gillies
So very sorry to hear that Janis is gone. Will remember her and her music forever. Our sincere condolences, and love, to her family.Janice LaDuke & David Gillies
9 July 2026
Sympathy to the family of Janis Graham
As I sit here in my little suite in Stouffville Ontario it is with great sorrow that I am unable to attend my dear sisters funeral and share stories with you of our life on the farm.I really enjoyed the music she shared with us and her Mother Hen attitude with all of us.
She's Missed May she rest in peace and rise in Glory.
Joyce Hayward
9 July 2026
Beverley Stuart
Our sympathy to Janis' family. She had a genuine smie and a love for everyone.We will miss her and her wonderful music.
The Stuart family.
Beverley Stuart
9 July 2026
Sympathy wishes
Our most sincere condolences to the Grahams. Jan has been like family to us for many, many years. I can still remember the New Year’s Eve party at our place when she showed up in a rabbit costume .Her ability to play piano was extraordinary and will be missed.
Play on Jan xoxox
Donna Bray
8 July 2026
Condolences
We are sad to hear it. I'm sure she was welcomed with open arms! We'll always miss and never forget her.Joe, Bev and Emma.
Joe Taylor
8 July 2026
Mark lapointe
To the Graham family, i am sincerely sorry for your loss. What a great and wonderful woman Ms Graham was, she was known and love by so many people even here in Acton Vale. What a great loss to you, her friends and the community of Sawyerville and beyondMark lapointe
7 July 2026
Sorry for your loss
Scott, Sharon and family,We are so very sorry loss of our beloved Janis. May your hearts be a bit lighter while dealing with the grief, knowing while here on Earth, she brought a smile to our faces with her charismatic presence and endearing personality.
Hugs to all of you!
Chuck and Charlene Gale
Charlene Gale
6 July 2026
Sorry for your loss
Scott, Sharon and family,We are so very sorry loss of our beloved Janis. May your hearts be a bit lighter while dealing with the grief, knowing while here on Earth, she brought a smile to our faces with her charismatic presence and endearing personality.
Hugs to all of you!
Chuck and Charlene Gale
Charlene Gale
6 July 2026
Tout spécialement a Scott et sa famille
Nos plus sincères condoléances condoléancesRéal et Lise Boisvert
5 July 2026
thelma desmond
Desmond and Thelma would like to send our sympathies to the familythelma desmond
5 July 2026