Dr. Howard Andrew Gee Smillie

SMILLIE Dr. Howard Andrew Gee. 74Died March 30th, 2008 at the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax. He is survived by his wife Carol (Partridge), daughter Andrea (Jim Snair), Nadine (Brian Sharp), and Leticia (Sean Harris); grandchildren Benjamin, Anderson, and Charlotte Snair; Stuart and Madeline Smillie-Sharp; and Theodore MacLean. Born on May 3rd, 1933 in Nanaimo, BC, Howard was the only child of the late Gladys and Andrew (Andy) Smillie. In 1958, he married Carol Partridge. In 1959, he graduated from the University of British Columbia Medical School. He interned and practiced medicine in BC, Ontario, and Baden Soleingen, Germany. In 1966, the family moved to Nova Scotia. Howard specialized in Psychiatry at Dalhousie University. He was staff psychiatrist and then Medical Director at the Halifax County Rehabilitation Centre, as well as a private practitioner. Howard was proud of his work and was known for his patience and interest in caring for those living with mental illness. Despite his declining health, he maintained his sense of humour and the desire to find ways to help those who were less fortunate. The family wishes to recognize with deep appreciation the care provided by the staff of the VG Hospital (5A), Northwood Care Centre (9th Floor and Adult Day Program), Ken Rockwood, Bekithemba (Timba) Moyo, and Judy Strong for their respect and kindness. The family would like to remember Howard with friends on Thursday, April 3rd from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at Snow's Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor Street, Halifax. A private family gathering will be held at Northwood Care Centre, at a later date. Donations can be made to Feed Nova Scotia. Online condolences are welcome at www.mem.com .