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The family of Harold Wesley smith is saddened to announce that Wes passed away
suddenly on August 7, 2024. He is survived by his three daughters Tina Aug 7, 2024 (Craig), Kelly, and Kim
(Mark). His Grandkids Alyssa (Stephen), Brendan, Brooke, Carson, Sullivan, Frankie, and
Jackson. As well as his brother and best friend Dwight smith (Gloria) and a large extended
family. He was predeceased by his wife Terri and sons Chris and Michael.
Wes was born in Wolseley Sask. in 1951 to Harold and Eileen smith.Being raised by
farmers, Wes learned at a young age the importance of a strong work ethic. Through high
school he started working in his family’s hardware store helping out his Dad. In 1971 Wes
married Terri and shortly after, they moved to Cranbrook, BC, where they proceeded to raise
their family. They were avid Cranbrook Colts fans and some of Wes’ happiest times were
volunteering with their booster club. Wes was an Engineer with CP Rail for 35 years until he was
able to retire early and focus on the things that were most important to him, which was family
and traveling. He braved a roadtrip across the country with his teenage daughters, went to New
Orleans with his Sister in Laws, Sharon and Judy, and spent several winters down in Arizona
with Dwight and his wife Gloria. There were no shortage of trips but the ones that meant the
most were vacations with his kids and Grandkids. Where he was always up for a game, a drink,
story telling, and a kitchen dance party. Wes never needed the spotlight but could always be
counted on to throw in a witty one liner that would have everyone laughing.
Recently, Wes kept himself busy by driving cars for local dealerships and enjoying daily coffee
meetups with his fellow CP Retirees.
Wes was always proud of all his grandkids and loved watching them participate in their activities
whether it was swimming, soccer or hockey he was always happy to sit in the stands and cheer
them on.
Wes’ last weekend was spent in Brandon Manitoba with many close friends and family. We will
always remember the smile on his face while reminiscing about happy memories while also
making new ones.
Dads passing will be felt by many but none more than his daughters and grandkids. Losing our
patriarch has left a large void but Dad instilled in us the importance of family and we hope to
make him proud by continuing our get-togethers and keeping his legacy alive by sharing stories
with the younger generation. Although right now we’re struggling we know that as Dad would
say this is just “bye fer now”
Celebrating the Life of
Wes smith
April 3, 1951 — August 7, 2024
September 21 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Cranbrook Eagles Hall
715 Kootenay St N, Cranbrook BC
Formal program to start at 2:00 pm
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Death notice for the town of: Cranbrook, Province: Colombie britanique
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