Smith, Arthur Russell October 31, 1928-February 17, 2022
Arthur passed away peacefully at Portal Village Retirement Home in Port Colborne on Thursday, February 17, 2022, in his 94th year.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Margaret in 2011 and by his eldest daughter Deborah Jovan in 1984. He was a devoted son of his parents, the late Ernest and Mildred Smith, and pre-deceased by brothers Donald (Aileen) Smith, Harold Smith, and Gordon (Dolly) Smith. Survived by his loving sister Reta (Gordon) Young. Devoted and loving father of Sharon Smith, St. Catharines and Barbara Kellock, Nanaimo, BC.
Arthur was a kind and cherished grandfather to Michael Jovan (Jaime Mills), Deborah White (William Seifried), Dean (Erin) White, Kalven Kellock, Karson Kellock and 4 great-grandchildren. Sadly missed by his son-in-law Rodney Jovan (Leigh Beal) of Dwight, ON.
Arthur was well known for his love of family and many friends, his beloved pets, his gentle manner and patience, his eager willingness to lend a helping hand, and by his inherent generosity of spirit. He was a true and honest gentleman, an upstanding man who will be greatly missed by many in his community.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Portal Village for the kindness, care and compassion that was shown to Arthur all throughout his stay. He had nothing but praise and admiration for the staff and caregivers during his final years of care.
A private internment will take place at Pleasantview Cemetery and a Celebration of Life will be announced for a later date this summer.
As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of your choice in Arthur’s memory.
Online condolences may be shared at www.pelhamfuneralhome.ca
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Death notice for the town of: FONTHILL, Province: Ontario