In Memory of Stephen Kaduuli

Stephen's laughter and calm demeanour will be greatly missed. It was a profound pleasure to know him and work with him. I will remember his peaceful spirit and dedication to both work and family. Stephen was bold: he never feared meeting with political leaders to advocate for justice, or simply eating the spiciest foods that he could find. He held a wealth of knowledge and life experience and was never too busy to sit down for a chat. I learned much from our short time working together and regret having to say goodbye so soon. My sincere condolences to his family who I know he cherished so dearly.

Stephen, it was a joy to know you. I'm so thankful to have worked with you to improve Canada for refugees and immigrants. My prayers are with your family in this time.

I met Stephen once, an incredibly memorable encounter due to his overwhelming kindness and compassion. I can imagine he will be greatly missed. Thank you Stephen for sharing your knowledge, experience and heart with me. Rest In Peace.

It was an honour to sit in the same circle as Stephen, he was compassionate had great insight into his work and was very effect at creating lasting relationships. I will miss his warm smile and hearing him tell his stories of fostering change in refugee policy. My life has been Blessed to know him! Peace and love to Stephens family.

My sincerest condolences to Stephen's family, friends and colleagues. I did not know Stephen but our organizations work closely together and I know his contributions to furthering justice will be missed.

Such a sad and tragic loss. I am holding both Stephan's family and his CPJ colleagues in prayer.

Very sorry to hear this. This pandemic has been so difficult. Condolences to his family.

Stephen started working at CPJ when I was on the board. This shocking and deeply sad. My prayers to his family and all at CPJ.

I am so sorry to read about the sudden passing of Stephen. On behalf of Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network (CPAN) we send our condolences to his family as well as his CPJ family. Stephen’s work lives on and has improved many lives.

Dear Stephen, I can't begin to express the shock and sadness that ambushed Rose and me when our mutual friend and colleague Marlene wrote us that you had died. I was so honoured to meet abd begin to get to know you while I chaired CPJ's board and looked forward to continuing our friendship for years to come. Your deep personal kindness, compassion and profoundly informed vocational devotion to fair and just policies for refugees brought still more gravitas and love to CPJ staff and community. In our mysterious God's good time may your family and all who knew you find Hope in divine arms. But for now we are without words to do more than pray in groanings that cannot be uttered for holy mourning and for an end to the pestilence of Covid. Rest with God, dear Brother, until we meet at Jesus' feet.

I cannot express how saddened I am to hear of Stephen's passing. I very recently congratulated him on his 2-year anniversary at CPJ. Stephen brought so much care and wisdom to his work, and CPJ was enriched by having him on the team. My deepest sympathies to Stephen's family at such a devastating time. I hope you find consolation in the love of friends and family as you celebrate Stephen's life. In peace, Darlene

On behalf of my entire family, I express our deepest condolences to the family of Stephen. Thank you for giving Stephen to the CPJ community and we share in your loss.

Rest in peace, buddy. You are greatly missed. For the dedication to your work accompanied with a massive amount of empathy to people all around the world who are seeking ways to get out of the refugee limbo. You always took the time to respond to every refugee's email that asked for help. I will miss our lunch trips for shawarma. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends.