John “Jack” Smith
With his family by his side at Maple Manor Nursing Home the family of Jack Smith is sad to announce the passing of our Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle to many on Monday December 26th, 2016 in his 87th year.
Predeceased by his wife, Pauline (DeBuck) in 2002. Predeceased by his parents Morley Smith (1974) and Jennie Smith (1993). Survived by his children Bryon (Linda) Smith, Cindy (Ron) Van Goethem. Also survived by 3 Granddaughters, Krista Smith (Dan Wentzell), Lindsay and Ryan Varro, and Pam Van Gothem and (Keith Warner). Survived by 6 Great Grandchildren, Brianna Lee Wark, Owen Varro, Ethyn Wentzell, Jack and Jacob Warner, Ellie Varro.
Survived by brothers and sister, Thomas (Barb) Smith, Norman (Sheila) Smith, James Smith, Marilyn (Bill) Carter
Survived by brother and sister in laws: Remi (Lorna) DeBuck, Ilene DeBuck, Joanne McDonald, Pat DeBuck, Doreen Smith
Predeceased by brother, Milton Smith
Predeceased by brother and sister-in-laws; Norma Smith, Albert DeBuck, Pete and Ruby DeBuck, Stan and Mary Sitts, Art and Simone Currier, Ed and Madeline Cassidy, Maurice DeBuck, and Grant McDonald.
Jack was a great family man, remained devoted to his family throughout his life. Having supported a few positions within the Tillsonburg area, DeCloets Farm Equipment, Balthes Farm Equipment, and Tillsonburg Fabricators.
His passion of hockey heeded a role for many years with the Tillsonburg Maroons Intermediate “B” which was his joy, we called that passion his second family. When the team expired he took up his second passion which was a true heart fan of the Tillsonburg Slo Pitch both men’s and ladies teams, especially the teams his son and daughter played on. Then on comes the next generation of baseball players (granddaughter). He was the ultimate fan, umpire, and coach all from the bleachers.
The family will be receiving family and friends at Ostrander Funeral Home 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg on Thursday December 29, 2016 2 - 4pm, and 7 -9pm, where the Funeral Service will be held on Friday December 30, 2016 at 11:00 am. with Rev. Pat Cook officiating. Interment to be scheduled for a later date.
Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Jack to: Ontario Trillium Foundation, 800 Bay Street, ON. , Alztimer Society or charity of choice. Personal condolences can be made at www.ostrandersfuneralhome.com