John “Jack” Smith

Died: July 12, 2020 | Place: London, ON

Obituary

SMITH, John “Jack”…

 

Reunited with his parents Bill and Sadie, and brother Ike on July 12, 2020, peacefully at home surrounded by love in his 91st year. Husband and best friend of Velma for 60 loving years. Best dad in the world to his girls Karen Pepe (Mike), Darlene Faulkner (Darcy), and Cathy FitzGibbon (Lee Watson). Awesome and proud Gramps to Sean (Erin), Jess (Andrea), Alyssa (Trevor), Jake (Ashley), Hailey (Tom) and Peyton. Best Great Gramps to Rya, Logan and Katie. Jack will be missed by his sister-in-law Rose McRae. Uncle to Dave, Richard, Darrell Smith, Susan and Doug Cloutier, Jan and Sheila McRae.

 

Jack was a long time employee at Northern Telecom. He was an avid sports lover and refereed hockey with the London Referees Association. Jack also enjoyed walks with his canine companions. Jack will be greatly missed. A special thanks to the London and Dorchester VON for all their care and support.

 

Those who wish to honour his life may donate to their favourite charity. A private family graveside service was held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

15 Comments

  1. Mary Brown July 14, 2020 at 4:23 pm

    Karen, Dar, Cathy and Velma- I truly am so sorry to learn about your sad news. Your loss is large and deep. He was an incredible DUDE! Love Mary and Stephen

  2. Michelle Jongeneelen & Jordan Pepe July 14, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    Karen and Mike,
    We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Karen’s father. We are sending so much love and light during this difficult time.
    Love Jordan and Michelle

  3. Joe and Lori DiMarco July 14, 2020 at 5:56 pm

    May your cherished memories uplift your heart in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and always.

  4. Ida Di Pasquale July 14, 2020 at 6:10 pm

    Thinking of you all.
    With love,
    Ida Di Pasquale and family

  5. Lorie and Juan Arias July 14, 2020 at 6:17 pm

    So very sorry for your loss, our condolences to the entire family

  6. Laura Nagle July 14, 2020 at 7:02 pm

    I am so sorry and was very sad to hear of Jack’s passing. Velma…please know that you are in my thoughts. Darlene, Jake and Peyton…you are in my thoughts and my heart.
    He was a wonderful man. Xx

  7. Laura July 14, 2020 at 8:25 pm

    Cathy, Alyssa & Hailey I am so sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. Please know I will be holding you close my heart May he Rest In Peace

    Laura Dufton

  8. Rose Fisher July 15, 2020 at 6:54 am

    My condolences to Velma and all the family it is such a sad time with a loss of a loved one. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family at this time. R.i.P. Jack Love Rose

  9. John Ciriello July 15, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Our deepest condolences on your loss Karen and Jessica. Our prayers are with you and the family. I will always remember Jack as my advisor during hockey games. Jack will always remain an inspiration to all that came in contact with him.

  10. John Ciriello July 15, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Our deepest condolences on your loss Karen and Jessica. Our prayers are with you and the family. I will always remember Jack as my advisor during hockey games. Jack will always remain an inspiration to all that came in contact with him.

  11. Joan and Nick Lang July 18, 2020 at 10:32 am

    Condolences to you Velma and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

  12. Helen Bodis July 18, 2020 at 4:03 pm

    Velma and family…Although I did not know Jack I know he has been ill and suffering for a long time. May he rest in peace. Condolences to you all from myself and Bill Parker at St. Marks

  13. Nick and June Hoekstra and family July 19, 2020 at 2:21 pm

    So sorry for Velma and the family’s loss. He was a wonderful man and a fantastic neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  14. Anne Marie Madziak July 23, 2020 at 10:27 pm

    Dear Velma & family, we just learned today that your beloved Jack passed away earlier this month. Mom, Janice and I send our deepest condolences

  15. Nancy (Penn) Vandeloo August 5, 2020 at 10:13 pm

    I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Smith family. My parents lived across the road from John and I remember John from my childhood. He always had a hockey stick in his hand and I have a picture of him standing behind me in a sleigh with a hockey stick in his hand. Over the years we ran into John at the arenas when our boys played minor hockey. Keep your memories close. Sincerely, Nancy (Penn) Vandeloo

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