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Gerald SMITH Obituary
1929 – 2015
Gerald passed away peacefully at Queensway Carleton Hospital on Sunday May 17, 2015 after a nine month battle with cancer and kidney disease. Dearly beloved husband to Anna (nee Oliver) for 57 years. Special Dad to Melanie, Karen (Scott), Jeffrey (Karen), Roxanne (Carl); grandchildren Steven (Kristal), Jeremy, Travis (Kathryn), Hope (Adam), Benet, Paige, step granddaughter Abby; two great grandchildren Ethan and Kate Smith; several nephews and nieces and sister-in-law Betty June Smith. Gerald was predeceased by his parents Benjamin and Lottie (nee Steadman) Smith, brother Sidney, sister Dellas (Smith) Nickerson and infant sister Lottie. Friends are invited to a visitation at the Garden Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, 3440 Richmond Road (between Bayshore and Baseline Road) on Friday, May 22 from 7 - 9 p.m. A celebration of Gerald's life will be held at Kanata Baptist Church, 465 Hazeldean Road, Kanata on Saturday, May 23, at 11 a.m. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
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Sonia Arenas
October 2, 2015
Ms. Anna, I was a student of the magnificent artist Gerald Smith for 3 years in OSA, all the knowledge that I learned about painting was for his teaching and before my school graduation in OSA I had the great opportunity to work with Gerald as tutor of my Apprenticeship.
I learned a lot from him and I grew up as an artist.
I will always be grateful for the kindness of you two.
Ms. Anna, I am very sorry...
Kathy Palmer
July 9, 2015
Anna I have just heard of Gerald's passing. I always enjoyed conversation with him and his passion for art. Prayers for you and your family. He will be greatly missed.... from N.S.
Jinny Slyfield
May 26, 2015
Dear Anna, I am sorry to hear of Gerald's death. I always enjoyed talking with him at the Foyer Gallery. He did love going off on tangents, but they were all interesting. I missed his funeral as I was out of the country, painting in France. He was a lovely, knowledgeable and talented man.
Deborah Vigier
May 24, 2015
Anna, I am so sorry. Gerald has been a wonderful husband, father and friend. He was a great inspiration to my family and friends.
He is now dancing on the streets of gold.
Deborah and Bernard
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Jonathan Mills
May 22, 2015
Anna And family, we are so sad to hear of Gerald's passing. we enjoyed his passion for art, his passion for debating issues, and his zest for living. He really was one of a kind. and he will be missed.
with our love and prayers, Jan & Jonathan Mills
May 20, 2015
Sending our love to all the Smith's.
Sonja and Family
Anne Jones
May 20, 2015
Gerald was a kind and caring man. A wonderful artist and teacher, He will be sorely missed.
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