Obituary of Deborah Lee Smith
Deborah Lee Smith
Deborah passed away on September 3, 2022 ‘ following a short severe illness, with her husband Richard, brother Michael and friends Carol and Dave Bennett by her side.
Deborah was the daughter of the late Patricia and Douglas McLennan. She was born in New Liskeard , Ontario. She leaves behind her husband of 41 years, Richard ; her brothers Michael and James McLennan, her nieces Kerry Byrne, Nora McLennan and Cassie Savage; her nephew Kevin Byrne; her cousins and wonderful great nieces and nephews ; and her very special friend ( sister ) Jane Irwin.
In addition to her parents, Deborah was predeceased by her daughter, Patricia Ann Smith and her brother John McLennan.
Deborah was known as a passionate person. Whether it was teaching elementary school in Elliot Lake, Ontario, golfing in Sudbury, Ontario, creating garden masterpieces in Sudbury and St. Andrews, or greeting friends, her passionate approach to life showed through. She loved quickly and hard. Her love for family and friends knew no bounds. Deborah’s enthusiasm and love of life, her passion and energy will always be missed but remembered.
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Donations to Charlotte County Cancer would be appreciated.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Deborah
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Death notice for the town of: St-Stephen, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
Deborah and Rick were gardening friends . We travelled on cycling outings together . Curling to Canmore , Alberta was one connection. Oh , and then , lots of other connections . She was a blast !!! Always !
Rick was the only man who could tame her .
Good for you , Rick .
Sheila and Chucker Ross , Sudbury