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SMITH: Vincent

January 11, 2019 By 8 Condolences

SMITH: Vincent

Smith, Vincent – Passed away peacefully on January 11, 2019 in his 94th year. Loving husband to Dorothy Smith. Predeceased by his first wife Erma Smith (Eltervoog). Cherished father of Dena (Waring) Maidens and Catherine Smith. Dear grandfather of Vincent (Gail) Maidens, Melaine (Chris) Anderson and Marshall (Jackie) Brooks and great grandfather to Braxton, Brysen and Madison. Predeceased by his parents Ben and Alice Smith, sister Madeline (Joseph) Mombourquette, niece Mary Jane (Robert) Shorn, and Fay Mombourquette. Vince will also be missed by his nephew John (Anna-Marie Duffy) Mombourquette and children Josh, Jean, and Sophia; Mary Jane’s son Rob (Shayne); and nephew Paul (Maureen) Mombourquette and son Andrew (Madeleine). A funeral mass will be held at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church (156 North Street, Goderich) on Wednesday, January 16th, 2019 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donation made to the Lung Association, Huron Residential Hospice or St. Peter’s Church would be appreciated by the family.

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Filed Under: Goderich, Obituary Tagged With: McCallum-Palla

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  1. Jennifer Black

    January 23, 2019 at 5:34 PM

    My deepest sympathies to Dorothy and all the family

  2. David and Kathy Eltervoog

    January 16, 2019 at 2:22 AM

    Our condolences to Dena, Cathy and Family. The best thing I remember about Uncle Vince was his stories that always ended with his famous chuckle and/or a OHYA. Rest in peace Uncle, Great Uncle and Great Great Uncle Vince. Love David Kathy and Family.

  3. Tom McNamara

    January 15, 2019 at 11:02 PM

    Worked for many years with Vince in 13 Division of the TPS, he was a real gentleman and respected by all his comrades.

  4. Rick Rolfe

    January 15, 2019 at 5:05 PM

    Dear Smith family, my sincere condolence on the passing of Vince
    .
    I worked with Smitty at 13 Division of the Toronto Police Service in the 1970’s. He was our everything guy, taking care of evidence and other seized property and manning the front desk. He was also the Station Inspectors go to officer to complete important tasks.
    He was one of the good guys, completing his job, usually with a smile on his face,
    I’m pleased he had a long retirement.

    May he rest in the arms of Jesus.

    Rick Rolfe
    Retired Detective
    Toronto Police Service

  5. Rick. Rolfe

    January 15, 2019 at 4:49 PM

    My sincere condolences to the Smith family.
    I worked at 13 Div o f Toronto Polce Service in the 1970’s. Vince was our everything guy, taking care of evidence and other seized property, working the front desk as a Station Duty Officer, locking up bad guys and in the early days girls.
    He was the inspectors go to officer when he required someone dependable to complete important tasks.
    I remember Smitty as one of the good guys who got things done efficiently and mostly with a smile on his face.
    I’m pleased to learn he enjoyed a long retirement.
    May he Rest In Peace.
    Rick Rolfe retired Detective Toronto Police Service

  6. Craig Eltervoog

    January 15, 2019 at 4:36 PM

    Thinking of you in your time of sorrow
    Craig and Anne Eltervoog

  7. Norm and Edwina Scott

    January 13, 2019 at 9:10 PM

    Deepest condolences to Dena and your family. We are thinking about you at this difficult time. Norm & Edwina

  8. Glen &. Janice MacCuspey

    January 12, 2019 at 9:06 PM

    Great gentleman ! Remembering the many chats we had when he was our neighbour on East st. R.I.P. our friend

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