Graeme MCCARDLE Obituary

We have just seen that Graeme has passed. So we want to share our first experience of the man. About 30 years ago on a weekend away at a NZ caravan/camp site we were sitting around an open fire, the kids fed and happy were running around us while the adults sang to the strumming of Kevin's guitar and up walks this handsome smiling man with a coffee in hand. "Do you mind if I sit down?" he said in that deep vocal tone we all love about him. "Sure" we replied offering him a beer...but he turned it down and sat. We kept singing and he joined in...Wow! we were blown away by his amazing talent and his humility. What a great night...it was awesome to meet him and Linda and then to go on to sing with such a gentleman over the ensuing years. We have always talked about that first night and we will never forget him.

Thankyou for the great walk-ups that you hosted at the Gateway Tavern Mildura Victoria. Were always a highlight of the Country Music festival...Helen & Ian

Graeme, you will always be remembered as a true gentleman of country music. I have sung along side you for over 20 years and the thought of you 'surprisingly' popping up on stage to sing the Auctioneer together will always leave me with fond memories. You will be sadly missed.

Our Condolences to Graeme's Family, Thank you for the many years of awesome music, You will always be remembered. Paul & Lu Ireland and Family also Jack Fry from Australia ( Formally from Tairua.)

Farewell Graeme, you were a wonderful man, always kind, generous, you never ever had a negative word, you were fun, talented and a fantastic advocate for country music. You will be very sadly missed and very fondly remembered - our love and thoughts to Linda, Marty, Simon, Kellie and their respective families

Graeme you were and will always remain a real gem a real giver extremely talented. I remember the years in the early days of the Helensviile River Valley Country Music Club when I had the honour of serving with you on the first committee. Sleep peacefully. Marg Nelson

a wonderful friend to all in the country music club will be missed by all who knew him
MT Pirongia Country Music Club Inc

Thanks for the music Graeme. You will be always remembered for your eight visits to the Mildura Country Music Festival. I will never forget your hospitality and my time with your country music friends at Helensville River Valley Country Music Club. Your music and memories will live with us. Max Thorburn OZCMR Mildura, Australia

Graeme, the generosity of time that you gave to the community of Helensville will not be forgotten. When Helensville needed entertainment you were there with your magical voice to brighten the day for everyone, even when you were not well. Thank you, Ali and Roy

Farewell Graham it was a pleasure to play guitar behind you and your wonderful voice You were a very friendly and pleasant person and it was a privilege to know you,tim

Graeme you were a very dear friend and great work colleague. Over the years we enjoyed many memorable times, they will never be forgotten. You were always there to help or give advice.
Your country music and wonderful memories will always be treasured.
Mr Mac you will be sadly missed by John and Julie Lupton and all the past staff of Parakai Travel.

McCARDLE, Graeme. Passed away 2 July 2015. You fought a brave battle. Your gentle, sweet musical soul will be sadly missed. So many amazing memories. Much loved brother-in-law of Glennis, Ian and Sherri. Much loved uncle of Karen, Greg and Jax; Kim, Mark, Zac and Samara; Craig, Claire, Kurt and Fynn; Michael, Paul and Lindsay; Jenna, Jason, Lily and Ruby.