Obituary of Graeme Fletcher Somerville

Graeme Fletcher Somerville passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at Bobby’s Hospice, 385 Dufferin Row, Saint John on Aug 24, 2016. He was the son of the late Malcom M. and M. Freda (Jenkins). After graduating from Mount Allison University, Graeme went into the life Insurance industry working with Canada Life Assurance Company until his retirement in 1996 after a 50-year career. He is survived by his daughter Ruth L. Somerville of Perth-Andover, son Andrew D., special daughter-in-law’s Joyce and Patti. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Raven (Bradley) Taylor, Eric (Julie) Somerville, Christopher, Michael and Caitlin Somerville, and three great grandchildren, Alyssa and Rhys Taylor and Owen Somerville. Graeme was predeceased by his wife Catherine L. in 2014 and eldest son Peter G. of Fredericton in 2008. There was no visitation by request of the family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, NB (634-7424). A private family service and interment have already taken place. For those who may choose to do so memorial donations may be made to the Catherine and Graeme Somerville Neonatal Fund at the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation, or to any other charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family.