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Donald Smith

September 27, 1931 - October 10, 2021

September 27, 1931 – October 10, 2021

Peacefully passed away at home, just days after celebrating his 90th birthday. Beloved husband of the late Audrey Smith (2004) of 54 years. Loving father of Nancy Fletcher (Tim), Lynne Schomburg (late Randy), Sheila Price (Jim Carter), and Bruce Smith. Cherished grandfather to nine (one deceased). Adored great-grandfather, GG to 17 great-grandchildren. Loving companion of Cynthia Knight. Predeceased by brother, Bill Smith (Peggy). Don was a longtime employee of the Public Utilities Commission for over 42 years affectionately known as “Smitty”. He formed many close friendships with co-workers and took pride in his role as a lineman. Visitation will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 12:00-2:00 p.m., where the funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Registration will be required to attend the visitation and service.

To register for the visitation, please click here: Registration page for Donald’s visitation on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 12:00-2:00 p.m.

To register for the service, please click here: Registration page for Donald’s service on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Donald are asked to consider Diabetes Canada or Children’s Health Foundation (NICU).

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My condolences to the family on behalf of myself and the London Hydro Retiree Association. Don will be missed by myself and many of his retired friends and workmates from the P.U.C. days.

~ Kent Shelby

I am very sorry to hear about Don's passing . He was a good friend to my dad for many years. I also have very fond memories of him from when I was a student working at the PUC.

~ Randall Besterd

I was very sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was a very good friend of my father and mother. Dad and Don both worked for the P. U. C. but my father was on the water works department. He continued to be a good friend when Don lived in the same apartment building, as my mom and dad did. My prayers go out to Cindy and Don's family.

~ Donna & Richard Acres

I was sad to hear of the passing of Don. He was a good friend of my husband, Del and I. They both worked for the P.U.C and we lived in the same apartment building for several years. My prayers go out to Cindy and the Smith Family

~ Velma Hillis

I am so sad over Don's passing. I will miss talking to him and all of the stories he told me about my dad and other PUC workers he knew over the years. My sympathy goes out to Cindy and Sheila and all of Don's family.

~ Evelyn Touchbourne

I am so sad over Don's passing it was nice to see him on his 90th birthday ! My thoughts and prayer to the family he will be sorely missed. RIP Don now you will be with Audrey you will be reunited again.

~ Sharon Kurstjens

I am sad to hear of Uncle Don’s passing. Although, I have not seen him for many years, I will always have fond memories of his great story telling. Also, his famous ‘heat vent monster’. My confolences to his entire family.

~ Jennifer Eddie

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