It is with great sadness that the family of Vera Smith announce her passing at Stratford General Hospital on Monday, December 28, 2020 at the age of 60. Dear mother and mother-in-law of Dana and James Truckle of Clinton, and Kim Smith and Dominic Lachance of Barrie. Dear grandmother of Halley, Tyler, and Dylan. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Nellie Van Diepen, Mary and Bill Mole, Andy and Karen Van Diepen, Anne and Norm Kennedy. Remembered by nieces and nephews Tammy, Mike; Julie, Barb; Ryan; David, Nicole and their families. Fondly remembered by the Smith family. Predeceased by her daughter Tannis Smith (1990) and her parents Sybilla (2002) and Arie (2013) Van Diepen, and nephew Robert Kennedy (1985).
Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will take place at a later date with spring interment in Egmondville Cemetery. Haskett Funeral Home, SEAFORTH entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to the CMHA or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Marie Ruetz (Brindley)
So very sorry of the passing of your Mom , Grandma and Sister .My thoughts and prayers are with you . Cherish the memories
Nancy Lemont
Nancy (Brindley) Lemont
Sorry to hear the passing of your mon, sister and a friend. She will be greatly missed. Her memories will always be with us.
Bridget Van Osch
To Vera’s family, my deepest condolences.
After not seeing Vera for years I had the pleasure of running into her at Huronview not too long ago. I am very happy I had the chance to reconnect with her, no matter how briefly, before her passing. She was a lovely lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Krystal and Terry
Dana, James and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Vera’s passing. It was a pleasure to know her. May she rest in peace. Thinking of you.
Laurie Donnelly
I was sorry to hear the news of Vera’s passing. I enjoyed our visits at the Maitland Manor. She spoke with fondness about her children and grandchildren. Dana and Kim, know that you are being thought of.
Lia Berry
So very sorry for your loss. Vera was a dear person and I will always remember when we were kids
Rest In Peace my sweet cousin.
Lia Berry. (Van Diepen).
Kathleen Curran
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother Vera.
I enjoyed visiting with her when she lived in Goderich when Dana and Kim were youg girls. She will be missed ‘ My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time.
Warren and Judy Beuerman
Kim and Dana and families. You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. May the memories live forever in your hearts. Sincerest sympathy Judy and Warren Beuerman
Robyn lawson(fuller)
Kim & Dana
Our hearts go out to you. She was a wonderful woman. We got the pleasure of growing up with your family and know she was well loved. She will always be in our hearts.
Karen Fuller
Sorry for your loss.
Beth King
To The Family;
So sorry to hear of Vera’s passing.
With sympathy,
Beth King
Suanne Buchanan
I live in the apartment building that Vera lived in. I would visit her at Maitland Nursing home and take her treats. I will miss her.
Teri Lamb
Dana & Kim
So sorry for the loss of your mom. May the loving memories you have help you thru this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers for you ❤⚘
Melodie VanderWal
Vera was my mom’s roommate at Huronview. Due to Covid, I could not visit with her then, but I had met her previously in the home. A very pleasant lady, and my mom would agree. My condolences to her family.
Lesley
Vera and I would always have great chats when we would see each other. She was a witty lady. Love and prayers to the families. Rest in peace my friend. ❤❤❤
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Vera’s family – With sadness and sympathy and special remembrances – Sincerely – Cecelia
Kathy (Clark) Herd
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I was just thinking of her the other day.
So sorry for your loss.
Barb MARTIN
So sorry for the passing of your Mom. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad times .
Fran Malone
Sorry for the passing of Vera Smith,
Jack and Fran Malone, seaforth
Ann and Norm Kennedy
Brenda And Carl Farr
So sorry to hear about your moms passing. Lots of hugs Dana and Kim.
Melissa Hoekstra
Rest In Peace My friend it was great knowing you and working with you 💔 😔
Barbara Durrell
Dana and Kim, I am so sorry to hear that your mom, Vera has passed away. She will be greatly missed by many,especially by me. I truly hope she is at peace. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to assist you in any way. Hugs and lots of love to you both.
Ann Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Kelly & Kevin Butt
Dana, Kim & family,
We are sorry to hear about your mom. Sending thoughts, prayers & hugs to you and your family. May the happy memories of your mom help you in the difficult days ahead.
Margaret Wise-Hellmuth
I had the honour of meeting Vera at Huronview. She was so kind to my mom and always watched for opportunities to quietly help her out. To be honest, I’m not sure how my mom would have got along without her help.
My condolences to her family. Vera will be missed.
Patricia Smith / Goderich Taxi
Our condolences to all the families. Vera worked for us for 2 years and always enjoyed each day she drove taxi. She was a a great coworker and it grew into a wonderful friendship.
Vera will be sadly missed.. She is at her peace..💜🦋
Natasha Harris
My mom and are family are very sad to hear about ur mom she was a good women and will be missed but always in our hearts love the harris family from goderich
Tammy Hutchinson
Dana &Kim,
Sorry for the loss of your mom, she was a very great lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’m your cuz on your dad’s side of the family if you are wondering. Aunt Gail Wilson knows as well. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Take care ❤💜
Anne Marie (Maloney) McGregor
Dana and Kim
So very sorry of the passing of your Mom. A great lady who I met in my Junior Farmer days and later a friendly neighbour when you girls were so young. May you fond memories keep her close at heart ❤️