Catherine SMITH

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SMITH: Catherine (Cathie) Ann Smith (nee Johnston) September 25, 1935 - December 11, 2016. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cathie Smith at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg at 7:30 a.m. on December 11, 2016 at the age of 81 years. Cathie is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Lawrence; her twin sister, Ethel (Ron) Bullock; sister-in-laws Marie (Roy) Craig; Martha (John) Fair and Beryl Johnston. Predeceased by her siblings: Margaret (Peg), Donald, Duncan, Dave, and Addie. She leaves to mourn her many nephews and nieces. Cathie was born and raised on the family farm near Birtle, MB, attended high school there, and started her career with Manitoba Telephone System becoming the chief operator. She later served for 27 years at the Shoal Lake Medical Clinic and retired in 1996. While she was always ready to assist in many community projects, her main focus was her membership since November 1957 as a Rebekah. On June 11, 1960 she married Lawrence Smith and together they farmed and enjoyed many trips to the USA and their winter holidays in Victoria. Cathie was known for her ability as a fine cook and together she and Lawrence hosted many wonderful dinners for family and friends. They also were bridge fans and enjoyed playing at local tournaments as well as Seniors' Centres in surrounding communities. Cathie treasured her moments with her dear friends at the morning “Coffee Club". She and the family appreciated the constant source of special support of their neighbour Delores Roberge, especially during her recent illness. The family would like to thank the staff and doctors at the ICU unit at the Brandon General Hospital and at the HSC-H4 Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre for the care she received. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6 or a charity of your choice. A celebration of Cathie's life will be held on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., at Westminster United Church, 337 Chestnut St. S., Shoal Lake, MB.Remembrances and condolences may be emailed to raesfs@mymts.net.Rae's Funeral Services of Shoal Lake are in care of the arrangements. 204-759-2160.

As published in Brandon Sun on Dec 14, 2016