In the early hours on Sunday morning, when all was quiet, I knew it was time for me to leave. I could not bare the thought of saying goodbye to my children and grandchildren, so I left peacefully in my sleep. I was born in Sudbury. My parents were Alexander and Emma Smith (Ouellette) who are pre-deceased with my beloved brother Steward Smith.
With them and my family, I had a wonderful childhood as many of us did back then. On hot summer day we could be found swimming in Lake Ramsey or having a picnic lunch on the rocks. We could play baseball in any field, for there were many. Skating at Queen Athletic field, and a hot chocolate at the canteen, or just sliding for hours. As I outgrew my childhood fun, I then discovered high school dances. They were the best. I loved to sing and dance, it brought me so much joy. In my late teens I met the man I would spend my life with, until his early passing in 1995. Together Ken and I had four children. Our unlimited love for them, is what got us through the teenage years. Then came the grandchildren. They taught me, your love for them is deeper than you ever thought possible. It’s time to leave my beautiful children, I can’t put into words how much I love you all. Kimberly (Bob Urso), Scott (Kimberly McCoshen), Tammy (John Savage). My son Kenneth Jr left before me and is waiting with his father for me. To my grandchildren, Brittany, Tyler, Keagen, Kaylee, Mina-Emilly, know that nanny with always be watching over you. I also leave behind my sisters Dorothy (Lomer), Carol (Ernie), Shirley (Albert). Remember all the laughs and good times we had over the years. It keeps you going. It’s time to say goodbye, everyone is waiting for me. Know that I love you all and left with that love in my heart. When you feel a warm summer breeze that comes out of nowhere, it’s just me giving you a kiss. Be good to one another, life is so short and goes by quickly.
At my request there will be a graveside burial in the spring. My favourite time of the year.
I have entrusted all the arrangements with Lougheeds. See you all then.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Lorraine McCoshen Smith Sunday March 6th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Sudbury, Province: Ontario