SMITH: Dorothy Ann (Devine) of Zurich
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 18, 2026 @ 4:44 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 81 Comments
Passed away peacefully at Clinton Public Hospital on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Dorothy Ann (Devine) Smith, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward “Ed” Smith (2017). Loving mother of Patti and Jamie Hunt; the late Catherine (2005); Deb Smith and Mike Horner; and Jeff Smith and Ann Marie Astolfi-Smith. Proud grandmother of Melanie and Nick McKenzie, Bradley Hunt and David Hunt; Megan and Brian Schroeder, Jennifer Smith and Michael Smith and great-grandmother of Gemma, Reid, and Hazel McKenzie. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Donna and Stuart McLinchey, and Delores Rowland. Fondly remembered by the entire Smith family and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Leo and Esther Devine, her sister and brother-in-law Marjorie and Jerry Arnold, her brother-in-law Noah Rowland.
Dorothy found great joy in the simple things that brought people together. An avid card player, she especially enjoyed a good game of solo, pepper or euchre. She was well known for her beautiful quilting, lovingly making quilts that became treasured wedding gifts for many members of her family. Dorothy also loved to cook and bake, and her chocolate chip cookies were considered world famous by those lucky enough to enjoy them. Dorothy will be remembered for her kindness and the love she so generously shared with all who knew her.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Monday, August 24th from 6 – 8 PM.
Dorothy’s Funeral Mass will be held at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 22 Mary Street, ZURICH on Tuesday, August 25th at 11 AM. Cremation with interment St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Blessings Community Store-Food Bank would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “SMITH: Dorothy Ann (Devine) of Zurich”
Patti , Deb and Jeff and family ,
So sorry to hear of your mom passing . Sending you all my sincere condolences
Our deepest sympathies to the family remembering a great card player and quilter
On behalf of Hensall Legion Br 468, our deepest condolences. She will be missed at Solo.
She is loved and will be missed. Love to all who miss her.
Our thoughts and prayers are being especially sent to Jeff, Pattie and Deb. Every family should be lucky enough to have glue like Aunt Dorothy to hold it all together with so much love.
Remembered fondly, always.
As a niece, I felt “always welcomed, always loved and always accepted”…I have many treasured memories to hold in my heart..
My love is with you all..Patti, Debbie, Jeff and your families.
You were one of the best Aunt Dorthy.
Love ya lots.
You all know how important your family has always been to our family.
God bless you and sympathies to the entire family
Thinking of everyone.. so sorry for your loss..Dorothy was a very kind and giving person …
Patti, Jamie, Deb, Mike, Jeff and Ann Marie, i am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. She was such a lovely lady and so generous to us when we were neighbours. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Cheryl
Condolences to all
She was a wonderful person
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family especially Patti, Deb and Jeff. She was a special lady who will be greatly missed. May you find peace in all the wonderful memories she left you with.
RIP Aunt Dorothy
Smith Family
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time
My condolences to all the family, she was such a lovely Lady
Heartfelt condolences Patty, Deb Jeff and to all the family.
Memories of Aunt Dorothy’s laugh and kindness will remain with us always.
Tom and Gail Smith
Patti, Debbie, Jeff and Families sending our deepest sympathy to all of Dorothy family and friends.
To the Smith family and to all who knew and loved Dorothy …our sincerest sympathy.
We were so saddened to read this news. We have such fond memories of “grandma Dorothy and “papa Ed” from the years that Rachel was loved and cared for by Patti and the entire Hunt/Smith family. She was such a kind and genuine person, who always had a smile and a sweet story. She will be missed. We will keep you all in our prayers ❤️
Our sympathy to all that were loved by her.. She was such a community driven, faithful lady. A life well lived.
Our sincere condolences to Dorothy ‘s extended family. Fondly remember her growing up in Parkhill.
My thoughts and prayers to all of Dorothy’s family. I have many wonderful memories from our times at Blessings. May she Rest in Peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families .She will be enjoying cards in heaven with my Mom and Dad and the other card crew . The stories they must have. May your memories get you through the hard times as she will be deeply missed.
To all Smith family relations sorry to hear of Dorthys passing. I’m sure she will be missed
My heart is so incredibly heavy as we say goodbye to such an amazing woman. I treasure how she made me feel so welcome into her family, and I love being a part of it so much. I am so deeply sad to lose her, but I will cherish every moment spent with her in these last eight years. Being blessed to be married to the amazing man she raised, I see her love in Jeff every day and will cherish all the things she passed along into him. I will miss her smile and hugs the most. My condolences to you Patti, Jamie, Deb, Mike, Michael, Megan and Brian, Jennifer and to all the rest of you I am privileged to call family. Rest in peace “Mom S.”
Dear Patti, Deb, Jeff and family
We have great memories growing up as neighbours in our youth. Dorothy was a beautiful, kind and generous lady.
Thinking of you all during this hard time.
Our sincere sympathy and condolences,
Mike and Colleen Cyr
Patti and family.
I am so sorry to read the passing of Dorothy. Such a lovely woman with a heart of gold.
Thinking of you at this difficult time. We enjoyed playing cards for many years. We always enjoyed her company and her infectious smile!
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother.
Please accept our Deepest sympathy.
Deb, Patti, Jeff and all the family,
So sorry for your loss of a great lady. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Treasure the many memories of her and hold them tight. Hugs❤️
Patti..Deb…Jeff and Families
Sending my deepest condolences
Thinking of you all during this most difficult time
Don &Alice
This Chick remembers Aunt Dorothy with nothing but fondness!
My sincere condolences to all her family and friends, as her life and influence intersected with so many.
To Dorothy’s family
Sincere sympathy in your loss. Dorothy was a lovely lady. I pray the good memories bring peace and comfort during this time of loss.
My sympathy on the loss of a special lady. I worked with Dorothy in London before our marriages. A trip to Detroit to buy our wedding dresses was a big adventure at that time. We had many fun times at London Life and it was always nice to meet up with her at various functions since. May you treasure your memories of her in the days ahead.
Jeff, Megan, Jennifer & Micheal, Patti and all Dorothy’s Family
My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Aunt Wanda Reynolds
Our deepest sympathy.
To Dorothy ‘s family
Dorothy was a beautiful funny lady. Met her in Zurich playing pepper. She will never be forgotten. RIP
Patti, Deb, Jeff and families,
We are thinking of you during this most difficult time. Mike and I will always cherish our memories of our time spent with your lovely family. I will miss Aunt Dorothy’s giggle.
Love always, Mike and Elaine
So sorry for your loss. Aunt Dorothy was a very special person.
My deepest condolences, played many games of cards with and against her. Cherish your wonderful memories.
My condolences to all of Dorothy’s family. I enjoyed playing cards with her.
Cherish all your memories.
Joan Finkbeiner
Our deepest sympathies to Dorothy’s family on your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.🙏🙏
Sincere sympathy to all the family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Linda & Jim Dietrich.
Sincerest sympathy to all of Dorothy’s family. May your memories be a blessing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings on Dorothy’s memory.
So sorry to hear this. She will be missed.
Our sincerest condolences to Patti, Deb , Jeff and families. May the many memories of your dear mom bring you comfort.
My sincere condolences to Patti, Deb, Jeff snd families. I have many wonderful memories with the Smith Clan. I was always welcomed in their home. Deb and I raided her fridge many a late night. Your mom will be missed by many!
Hugs
Peter
Patti, Deb, Jeff and Families:
Your mom was a real sweetheart!! She will be missed!!
A true gem of a lady!!
Hugs to you all.
RIP Dorothy
Dear Patti,Debbie,Jeff and families,
I was saddened to learn ofyour mom’s passing! Please accept my most sincere sympathy! Donna O’Brien9
Patti & Jamie and Family,
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Holding you close in hearts at this time. Lots of giant hugs!
Billy, Jenna, Jillian, Jaime, Jocelyn, John, Jesse and Joseph
Patti, Deb, Jeff & Families
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Hugs to all of you
Deepest Sympathy to all of Dorothy Family Thinking of you all at this difficult time
Smith family’
So sorry to read of Dorothy’s passing. It could not ask for a kinder woman. She loved chatting, and every time I ran into her, she had the most beautiful smile. Love and hold the great memories close and know she is now your shining angel.
Condolences form our family to you all your mom was a friendly lady who always met us with a big smile rest in peace
My sympathies to the entire family. Aunt Dorothy will be truly missed. Thinking of you all and sending love and prayers.
Patti, Deb, Jeff and families,
My condolences to you all. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Still have fond memories of going to your house and enjoying your Moms cookies 🍪
Sending sympathy to Dorothy’s family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all . R I P. Dorothy.
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother, Patti, Debbie and Jeff she now will be reunited with Ed and Cathy. Good neighbours many years ago ♥️
My deepest sympathy to the Smith family on the loss of your mom.
Patti,Deb,Jeff and families. We are so sorry to read about your mom’s passing. She did bake the best chocolate chip cookies. I really did enjoy them in my younger years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. RIP Dorothy.
Such a great smile and laugh. Aunt Dorothy was a special person. My sincerest condolences to her friends and family.
Deepest sympathy Jeff, Deb and Patty. Rest in peace Aunt Dorothy.
So sorry for your loss. Aunt Dorothy was the most beautiful person inside and out. We Will hold so many memories close to the heart. She will be greatly missed by many.
My deepest sympathy to Dorothy’s family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patti & Family,
Keeping you in our thoughts.
Zurich Agricultural Society
Our sympathy to Ed and Patty and family on your loss
Very sorry to hear this Deb , we’re thinking of you.
Rich and Wendy
Patti, Deb, Jeff and your families,
I am sorry you had to let your mom go, but I know Uncle Ed and Cathy will be waiting with open arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Smith Family
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your mom.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Jenn and family, thinking of you at this difficult time.
We leave our deepest sympathy for the Dorthy Smith family. We just got to know Dorthy at euchre in Zurich and found her very friendly with a great sense of humour. Audrey and I leave our prayers with the family.
Patti, Deb, Jeff and Family and Entire Smith Family
Sending our deepest condolences in the loss of your dear Mom and Grandmother. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult time.
“ Even in death a mother’s love continues to guide us.” 🙏🏻
Patti, Deb &Jeff. There are no words. My heart aches for you all. Aunt Dorthy was one of a kind. Our times after church on Sundays at your place. Games and chips a plenty, AND those chocolate chip cookies….. memories that I will never, ever forget. You all hold the most special place in my heart. Thinking of everyone, and wishing desperately that I could be there. 💔
Love you all, and my heart is with you. Rest in the Sweetest Peace Aunt Dorthy. Love you. ❤️
Our sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences to all of Dorothy’s families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family Patti. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sorry for your loss Patti and family. She was an amazing lady.
Patti, Deb, Jeff and family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother and grandmother. I have so many fond childhood memories of the Smith family home—from the wonderful smell of her delicious home-cooked meals to the freshly baked goodies made with your mother’s loving hands.
Her infectious laughter and giggles that filled the home made it such a fun and happy place to be. There was never a dull moment. She was a truly special lady, and I feel lucky to have known her.
She will be deeply missed. Sending hugs and love to everyone during this difficult time.
It was always a pleasure seeing Aunt Dorothy. We are so sorry for your loss. Cherish the good memories.
Nick, Celine, Sophie, Jack, and Sadie.
Patti & Jamie, Deb & Mike, Jeff & Ann Marie and families; and the Smith family;
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Mother and Grandmother and all she was to so many. A very lovely lady indeed. My Mom, Marilyn Heimrich also wishes to extend her sympathy at this time.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer and Marilyn Heimrich.
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She will be missed spent many evenings playing pepper with her.
Memories of time spent visiting and sharing stories with her.
She has been missed at our Wednesday afternoon card gatherings but I’m sure she has a game of something happening with the people she is reunited with
RIP Aunt Dorthy.