Age: 87
Date of Death: July 5, 2023
Place of Death: peacefully in his sleep at home
Occupation: Electrical engineer, business owner, Designing and manufacturing wheel and rim powder coating systems
Member of (organization, church, etc.): Canadian Air force, NATO
The Deceased Will Be Remembered By: He enjoyed working and talking to people, he never met a stranger. As a boxer he was a member of the Canadian boxing team in the 1960 Olympics. He held the Canadian Military Bantam and Feather-weight titles for 3 years
Surviving Relatives
Spouse: Ruby Smith
Children: 4 surviving children
Grandchildren: several grandchildren and great grandchildren
Additional Information
He was married to Ruby for 44 yrs, they successfully operated many businesses together over the years. He loved to joke around and make people laugh with his sense of humor… “Pull my finger!” was his signature line. He enjoyed a good Italian meal with a glass of red wine.
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My father Gordon Thomas Smith was born Oct 26 1935 in Harvey, New Brunswick, Canada. Son of Roland Smith and Madeleine (Houlihan) Smith. He was pre deceased by his parents and 5 brothers, Charles, Ted, Alison, Jimmy, and Howard. Has 3 children, Tammy Carter, Kim Perreault and Gordon Smith Jr. 3 grandchildren, Ashley Baisley, Elinor Smith and Wilson Smith. Plus 2 great grand children Weston and Sawyer Baisley
He was NEVER in the 1960 Olympics ( For the record)