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HOWARD GRANT SMITH
Born: Apr 07, 1936
Date of Passing: Mar 20, 2022
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HOWARD GRANT SMITH
April 7, 1936 - March 20, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Howard Grant Smith of Dugald, MB. After a brief illness, Howard passed away peacefully at the Selkirk General Hospital on March 20, 2022 at the age of 85, with his loving wife Louise by his side.
Howard was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Lillian Smith; his siblings, Audrey Stevens and Clifford Smith; his first wife Margaret (Peggy) and sister-in-laws, Audrey Muir, Diane and Eleanor Edmonds; his brother-in-law Frank Edmonds and granddaughter Laura Peters.
He is survived by his wife Louise; his children, Greg (Tina), Grant (Nancy), Darrin, Deanne (John), Scott (Darcie), Shirlene (Waren), Barbara (Larry) and Jan (Paul).
The family wishes to thank the staff at the Selkirk General Hospital for the wonderful care and support. As well, their many friends of Dugald Estates and in the community during this difficult time.
A small private service was held.
In lieu of flowers, Howard and Louise have requested that donations be made in his memory to the new care home Dugald Place.
https://www.dugaldplace.com
Friends and family are invited to leave condolences, share memories and learn more about Howard's life by visiting his memorial page at seasonsfunerals.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 26, 2022
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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A family owned smaller dairy farm was gradually building in size due to the hard work of Carl and Mary Johanson. Always searching for ways to expand operations, they somehow met Howard Smith, some 100 miles away. Almost instantly, a bond was created between the families, as they "stuck" together through the use of the Johanson's fields, and the Smith's honey making skill. I remember many times driving our old tractor and bailer across where the bees flew to the river, always very aware of what a swarm of bees could do to me. What I also was very aware of was how good that fresh honey tasted with the free peanut butter we also had secured somehow. Peanut butter and honey sandwiches everyday all my school years, thanks to Howard Smith and family. Thank you, Howard, for my school meals for life, and the many friends we made for life, and for the lifetime of loving honey! - Posted by: Einar Johanson, Carl and Mary Johanson Arborgp (Family friends) on: Aug 31, 2025
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So sorry for the loss. I have lived in Alberta for the last 30 years. The Smith family was a huge part of my childhood in Manitoba. Picking clover in the alfalfa fields and taking it all in during honey extraction. Deanne was my best buddy growing up. Please share my contact info with her. Her Dad eventually moved off the farm and bought the Eckhardt house in Dugald…. The one my dad built and the one Deanne and I had many great memories. Very sad to hear this about Howard. Kindest regards Adele Tait (Eckhardt) - Posted by: Adele Tait (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2022
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Condolences to the family. We will miss seeing Mr. Smith walking by, curling broom in hand, always with a smile and a wave. He was a pillar of the community and his presence will be sorely missed! Kurt & Suzanne Toews - Posted by: Suzanne Toews (Neighbor ) on: Apr 01, 2022
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So sorry to read of Howard's passing. Don and Howard met at Asper Center for their surgery plans. I was so happy to meet up with him several times over the last years. Our sincere condolences to Scott Darcie and boys. Lorraine Hughes, Ken and Sharon Brown Verna and Bill Nisbett. (Family of Marvin and Edith Brown.) - Posted by: Lorraine (Don) Hughes (Brown) (Friend) on: Mar 26, 2022