Dad, Pa, Stu, Stuey, Snuffy-you had many names. We said ‘see you soon’ on August 19, 2024. You were surrounded by family and we held you so tight. We miss you immeasurably.
Forever in our hearts, we will never forget you, your wife, Bernadette; your children, Brian, Kevin, Andrea (Frank), Lisa (John) your grandchildren, Loren, Harlen, Jackson, Grace, Madison; your sister, Mary; a few special in-laws, friends, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Please join us October 16, 2024 for the visitation from 1000-1130 am at St Peter’s Roman Catholic Church Goderich, ON followed by his funeral at 1130 and celebration of life to follow.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth or Rotary Hospice Stratford Perth.
Stu was born in 1937. ,He lived with his parents Ernie and Letta Smith and sister Mary on a farm in Morris Township.
Stu moved to Goderich in 1959 to work at Sifto Salt Mine. He spent 50 plus years working at Sifto Salt and Champion repairing heavy equipment.
Stu lived on a farm with his family in Ashfield Township from 1963 until he returned to Goderich in 1989.
Stu loved tinkering, repairing everything, spending time with grandkids, playing the piano, going to dances, and talking and socializing with everyone he came across. He had the biggest smile, biggest heart and only good things to say about everyone.
Our world misses dad, Stu and Pa. See you soon. Forever in our hearts.❤️❤️❤️
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Evelyn, Wayne and Donna Kennedy and Dowhaniuk family
We want to send our HEART of sympathy to Bernie, Andrea, Brian, Kevin, Lisa and to all the FAMILY. To let you know we will surely miss your Dear Husband, Father and Grandpa as we feel priviledged we had a chance to laugh, cry as we went through a full circle of life with Stuart and loving wife Bernie by his side. All those real life memories are precious and live on. Thank you Stuart for all the great hand at helping Mr. Fix-it, playing cards, watching hockey, traveling and just being you. God Bless You dear Friend, STUART! Kennedy and Dowhaniuk family
Darlene Wilson
So sorry to hear about Stu he was such a great man and a great neighbor it was an honor to know him
Gwen and Wayne Doak
We miss seeing your smiling face Stu. You were a great neighbor and will be greatly missed. RIP my friend
Deepest sympathy to Bernie and Family
Neil Culp
Brian. Sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. You and your family may take comfort in some of the memories of growing up together.
Your friend Neil
Dennis and Theresa Ddowhaniuk
We are very sorry to hear of Stuart’s passing. We always enjoyed his company. Stuart was always very helpful to our Mom (Evelyn), and we appreciated that very much. He was a great neighbor, and Bernie and Stuart were great friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bernue and family. Our deepest condolences.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Bernie – you and your family are close in our hearts -remembering Stu – special to all who knew him –
❤️ Cecelia and family
Gayle and Barron Purser
Dear Bernie and Family
We are saddened to hear of Stu passing.
He was such a gentleman , and a great co-worker at the mine.
We extend our sincere sympathy.
Gayke and Barney
Sharon Brown
Bernie & Family – sincere condolences to you and your family. He always had a great smile.
Sharon Brown
Bill & Donna Wilson
Bernie & Family – our sincere condolences to you and yours. We enjoyed Stu whenever we were in your company which has been many years. Bill & Donna Wilson/Breslau
Amy Spear
Andrea I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember fondly the stories about your dad while we went on our many lunchtime walks at work. He was loving man and you were a lucky daughter to have him. best wishes to you and your entire family.
Rosemary Beange
Dear Bernie & family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of Stuart. Cherish your wonderful
memories. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Allan & Rosemary Beange
Gwen and Wayne Doak
Our Deepest sympathy to your Family. Stu was a great neighbor and always had a ready smile. We will miss seeing him and wayne will miss the many chats they used to have at the end of the driveway. RIP Stu
Joan Goddard
Bernie, my thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Joan
Sylvain and Julie Babin
To the Smith Family
Please accept our most sincere condolences
Connie Tasker
Bernie and family I am sorry for your loss of Stuart. Its never easy to lose someone you love and especially someone you were married to for almost 63 years! Sending you big hugs and I am so glad I got to give you one when I saw you at Huronview, live with your precious memories to help you through this!
Connie and Kevin Tasker
Clayton Mizen
Sorry for your loss at this time, my thoughts are with you as you go thru this journey.
Always enjoyed working with Stuart at Sifto over the years. Many uplifting chats meeting him around town always with a huge smile.
Darlene Wilson
So sorry for your loss we will all miss Stuart he was such a great guy and will be greatly miss
Karen Fabris Silva
Hi Andrea & Family,
my deepest condolences. thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Marlowe and Debbie Austin
Bernie and family… please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Stuart. He was a well respected man.