Graham, Thomas Laird It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Laird Graham, born in Val D'or, Quebec, May 12, 1939. Tom leaves behind his beloved wife Beth (MacPhail) Graham, two daughters Allison Graham and Sylvia (Jamie) Smith and three grandchildren: Griffin, Emerson, and Rigsby Smith. He was the son of the late Dorothy Laird and Thomas Graham and was predeceased by his sister Margaret (Graham) Foy and his neice Susan Foy . Left to mourn his loss are brother-in-law Gordon (Maryann) Foy, nieces Heather (Mario) Segreti, Barbara (Martin) Foy-Pilchner, nephew Thomas (Leanna) Foy. Tom will also be missed by the MacPhail and Smith families. After graduating from Queens University, Kingston, he came to Perth as an educator where his career spanned thirty-five years with the UCDSB as a teacher, coach, guidance counselor, vice-principle, and coordinator of enrichment programs. In retirement, he continued to be active in the community as a volunteer, mentor, and benefactor. His passion and commitment to helping others will be sadly missed. During his life, Tom was dedicated to the pursuit of physical fitness. He was an avid runner, both recreationally and competitively, having completed marathons. He was also a long time organizer of the Glen Tay Block Race. Tom will be fondly remembered by his family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues for his keen mind, sense of humour, kindness, selflessness, and commitment to excellence. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. W. Perth on Friday, December 27th, 2013 from 2 to 5 & 6 to 8 P.M. Funeral service will be held at the Perth & District Collegiate Institute on Saturday at 10:00 A.M. In remembrance of Tom, a fund will be established and an award will be given yearly to a student at PDCI who exemplifies commitment to excellence. Tom was also a supporter of The Interval House. Any donations to either cause would be appreciated.