William “Bill” Clayton Smith
July 30, 1926 – October 07, 2018
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Smith, William “Bill” Clayton, CPO 1st Class (ret.) – 92 of Tatamagouche, passed away peacefully at the Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Bill resided at the Sutherland-Harris Memorial Veterans Unit for the last 6 months where he received wonderful care by the staff. Born in Campbellton, N.B., the son of the late William H. and Florence M. (Allen) Smith. Siblings included guy, Alfred, Murray, Joyce, Pearl, Jean and Shirley. Bill enjoyed a rewarding career in the navy and got to visit every country in the world except China. He was an avid reader, especially books about the navy. Bill ended his career with the position of Chief Petty Officer first Class. Bill is survived by his wife, Thelma (Miller, Hunt) Smith of Tatamagouche; son, Glenn, Halifax; Greg, Wentworth; daughter, Anne (Jim) Aitchison, Wentworth; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Eva Marie (Hubley). Cremation has taken place. As with Bill’s wishes, a private celebration of Bill’s life will take place at a later date. Memorial donations to Sunny Brae Cemetery would be appreciated. Arrangements have been entrusted to Coulter’s Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Online condolences can be forwarded to the family by following the links on this web page.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of William Bill Clayton Smith July 30 1926 October 07 2018..
Death notice for the town of: Tatamagouche, Province: Nova Scotia