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Bruce SMILEY Obituary
Correctional Officer
Suddenly, on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital at the age of 55. Adored husband of Diane. Loving father of Adam and Jennifer (Marc). Beloved son of Wesley and the late Marlie. Dear brother of Carson (Margie), Sandra Morris (Gord), Ross (Anne Marie) and the late Donnie. Cherished son-in-law of Lloyd and Marj Hodgins. Grandson of Beulah Hodgins. Dear brother-in- law of Polly Hodgins (Gerard). Bruce will be fondly remembered by Aisha, Terry, Elaine, his many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Friends may pay respects at the Kelly Funeral Home, 3000 Woodroffe Ave., Barrhaven, Sunday, March 25, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Monday in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ottawa Heart Institute would be appreciated.
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Kaitlyn Malott (Burlington Orthotic Centre)
July 21, 2012
Adam,
Thank you so much for letting us know of Bruce's passing. He was such a kind-hearted fellow. I will miss seeing him at the clinic. :). My condolences to you and your family.
Shaz
July 20, 2012
Adam, thank you for taking the time to inform us of Bruce's passing. He was a very very kind man, the smile in his picture says it all. He will be sadly missed
Fareen and Shaz Samji
July 20, 2012
From all our family at Burlington Orthotic Centre to the entire Smiley family. Bruce was a special client and we extend our heartfelt condolences to you.
Cliff Smiley
April 6, 2012
Uncle Wes,Carson,Sandra and Ross
My condolences on your loss. It is obvious from reading the many warm comments from others who knew Bruce,that he was a pretty special individual.
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Fred and Lorna Smiley
April 5, 2012
Uncle Wes and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Bruce passing away. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Katie Hynes
April 3, 2012
Adam, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Unfortunately, I never got to know him well but I can tell from all the kind words he was an amazing person. Sending all my love and prayers to you and your family for the days ahead.
Jasmine Kondracki
April 3, 2012
Diane, Adam and Jennie, Our family is so sorry for your loss. Bruce was such a kind man and a wonderful neighbor for many years. We will miss him! Thinking of you all. Love the Kondracki's
kyle hynes
April 2, 2012
Very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by us all.
Mellisa Husbands
April 2, 2012
I never got the oppurtunity to meet you, but you raised a wonderful son with good values. I'm sure you were a wonderful individual as well, a great father and husband. May you rest in peace forever and always.
To the Smiley family, I send my sincere condolences. Stay strong for an angel now watches over you all <3
Patty Rowat
April 2, 2012
Dear Diane and Families,
I am very sad to hear of Bruce's passing. Thinking of you all.
March 29, 2012
Dear Diane, Adam & Jennifer,
So glad to have finally met you, but not under these circumstances, Adam and Jennifer spoke very well and I know Bruce would have been very proud,I will treasure the last conversation we had, and in your Last words to me "Better Days" which was our inside joke,
Rest Well my Friend
Dave W Young MHCC (Unit 4 Alumni)
March 28, 2012
I Love you Uncle Bruce.
Kevin
March 27, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Diane Adam Jenna and Uncle Wes Carson Sandra and Ross--our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marlene and Jack Gipson
Lindy Serre ( Smiley)
March 26, 2012
Diane, Adam, Jennifer, Uncle wes, Carson, Sandy, Ross, and families:
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar,
Lindy (Smiley) Serre (cousin)
March 26, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Smiley family...Kate Ouimet C.O. retired, Ottawa
Marysia Riverin
March 26, 2012
My condolences to the Smiley family and all who loved Bruce. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. May the grace, peace, love and comfort of God be all of yours at this time. Bruce was a wonderful man. I enjoyed working with him at the OCDC so very much.
Ken Dulai
March 26, 2012
My thoughts, prayers, and warmest condolances are with you and your Family Adam.
Nancy Dart
March 26, 2012
My sympathies Jen on the passing of your father. Just got back in town or I would be there today. My prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Dart
Patrick Gour
March 26, 2012
Our sincere condolences to Jen, Marc and the Family, Bruce was a wonderful man and it was a pleasure for me to have worked with him at OCDC. He will be sadly missed.
March 26, 2012
Our deepest sympathies.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bob and Mary Jane Leblanc. Retired Correctional Officers;
Suzette Wilkinson
March 26, 2012
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Aysha Dean
March 26, 2012
Deepest sympathies to you and your family Adam during this difficult period. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Aysha and Joel Dean
John Di Felice
March 26, 2012
My sincere condolences and sympathy to you and your family Adam. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gea Amato
March 26, 2012
To Adam and family, we were deeply saddened to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time - The Amato family.
Norbert Peters
March 25, 2012
Condolences to the Smiley family, very sorry for your loss.
Norbert Peters
Candice Rondeau
March 25, 2012
My sincere sympathy go out to you and your family Jen. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad's laughter and smile will never be forgotten.
Paolo Crescenzi
March 25, 2012
To the Smiley family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Bruce was a great man that will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this tragic and difficult time.
Glenda Tremblay
March 25, 2012
Diane, Jennifer, Adam...sorry for your loss..our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mark, Glenda, Kristy Tremblay
Paul & Diana Albert
March 25, 2012
Dear Jennifer, Marc and Family,
We were so saddened to hear about the passing of your "DAD"
We have had many great conversations with Bruce over the years at O.C.D.C. Now as they run through our minds, there are certain ones that stand out, but none more than the love for his FAMILY.
Rest in Peace Brother!!!
Gerald and Peggy Smith
March 25, 2012
Diane, we are so very saddened to hear of your husband's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family. Keep the happy memories close to your heart.
Moe Daviau
March 25, 2012
To the Smiley family, may l offer you my sincere condolences on the loss of Bruce. l worked only briefly with Bruce at Maplehurst but he was a real gentleman to deal with . He will missed by all who knew him. May happy memories keep you strong......sincerely Moe Daviau
Lindsay Walsh
March 25, 2012
I've never met a family or a man whose last name suits them so perfectly. He was given the name Smiley for a reason. His laugh and smile was infectious and his memories will live forever. Jen, your love for each other surpassed most father/daughter bonds and he taught you well to love others and make people laugh. Remember him the way he would want: worlds best dad and friend. Thinking of your family.
Bill and Sue McCleary
March 25, 2012
Our sincere sympathy Diane to you and your family,keep your memories in your heart..
Bill and Sue McCleary
Gloria Crouse Picking
March 25, 2012
So sorry for your loss Diane and family. Thoughts and Prayers
Dean Joncas
March 25, 2012
My heart felt sympathy to Jen and the family. His presence and laughter will be greatly missed with the extended family he has at OCDC.
susan kozinets
March 24, 2012
Oh Diane, Adam and Jenny,
We are just so sad and shocked to hear the devastating news of Bruce's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers now and for always.
love, Steve, Susan and Stacey
.bill Carson
March 24, 2012
We are on the road home from Florida.We wish to extend our sympathy you Diane, Jennifer and Adam. Wes, Carson,Sandra, Ross , you are in are in our thoughts and prayers. UncleBill Betty
Steven Bishop
March 24, 2012
To the Smiley family please accept my deepest sympathy for Bruce, he was my "arrest" partner on the Maplehurst ICIT team and I am stunned to hear of his passing.
Neil Olmstead
March 24, 2012
Please except my condolances
Neil and family
March 24, 2012
We are all so shocked and saddened to hear about our old friend. We are thinking about all of you. The Olmstead Family
1966?
Neil Olmstead
March 24, 2012
Gus, Bruce, Randy & Peter back of 2021 Rebecca Oakville
Neil Olmstead
March 24, 2012
Sheri MacLennan
March 24, 2012
My prayers are with you all at this sad time. I always saw a big smile on his face and loved his laughter. Let your memories sustain you.
Love Sheri(Russett), John, Mitch & Katlyn MacLennan
Lori Skerkowski
March 24, 2012
Our dearest Diane,
No words can tell you how devasted we were to hear of Bruce's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you, Adam & Jenny. Although gone from this earth, I know your "Buddy" will always be with you.
Lori & Bob
March 24, 2012
my very sincere condolences to family and friends, Mark Darroch Jr. (cousin )
Albert, Lynn,Eric Aube
March 24, 2012
To Jennifer Marc and family our deepest sympathy for Your loss. Our thoughts are with all of You
Lorne & Dorcas Sparling
March 24, 2012
Diane & Family
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Bruce.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
March 24, 2012
to diane and family our deepest sympathy from byron and elaine hodgins
Jean Hodgins
March 24, 2012
My upmost deepest condolences to you and your family Diane. Very sorry to hear of your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane Duff-MacDougall
March 24, 2012
My deepest condolences to you and your family Diane. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Stevens-Drisner
March 24, 2012
Diane and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Be assured that many are praying for you all at this time and for the days ahead.
Patti & Peter Russett Stepchuk
March 24, 2012
I was shocked to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you Diane and your family. Bruce was a great man and will always be remembered.
March 24, 2012
Our sincere condolences.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May happy memories bring you some comfort.
Brenda Hodgins & Gary Sunstrum (Ottawa)
Cathy and Von Younghusband (Carleton Place)
Mabel &Myrland Sparling
March 24, 2012
Dear Diane and Family,
our heart breaks as we think about this very sad time you are going through, no words can say how we are hurting for you all..will say prayer for you ..Love Aunt Mabel and Uncle Myrland..
Faye (Sparling) Ward
March 24, 2012
Sorry to hear of your Loss, Diane, and Family..thinking about you and praying for Strength, as you go through this very sad time..
Faye, Terry and Robin..
March 24, 2012
Our deepest sympathy Diane to you and your family, Paul and Debby Seguin
March 24, 2012
Our deepest sympathy Diane to you and your family, Paul and Debby Seguin
Renee Montreuil
March 24, 2012
Our sympathies to the Smiley family during this difficult time and also to Bruce's extended blue family..your laugh will be forever missed in the hallways of OCDC.
Joyce Bourdeau
March 24, 2012
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janey & Terry MacDougall
March 24, 2012
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family, Diane. We were shocked when we heard the news and words cannot express how saddened we are. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peggy McDowell
March 24, 2012
Sooo sorry for your loss, Diane. My prayers are with you.
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