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RAYMOND DAVID BRIAN SMITH
Born: Jun 22, 1954
Date of Passing: Jan 16, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRAYMOND DAVID BRIAN SMITH
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Raymond David Brian Smith, a man who brought joy, wisdom, and light to everyone who knew him. On January 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, Ray was called to his eternal heavenly home, where he now rests in the loving arms of Jesus.
Ray was born June 22, 1954, in Winnipeg, Manitoba and grew up in the St. Vital district. In 1979, he moved to Alberta, where he met his loving wife, Linda. Together, they shared 38 wonderful years of marriage.
Ray is survived by his wife Linda; children, Amanda (Arwid) Filbert, Jared Smith (Veronica Gonzales), Patricia (Justin) Beaule; grandchildren, Caitlyn Hubler (Chris Henschell), Evan Filbert, and Isabella Filbert; brother Wilfred Smith; sister-in-law Gwen Smith, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents, David and Helen (nee Marmonier) Smith; siblings, Gerry Smith, Richard Smith, Priscilla Smith and Irene Laurent; sisters-in-law, Rose Smith and Susan Smith; and brother-in-law Bill Laurent.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church (4910 Northmount Dr., Wetaskiwin, Alberta). The service will be livestreamed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Malmo Mission Covenant Church-indicate “Youth” in memo line; Peace Hills Youth for Christ; Mazankowski Heart Institute; or a charity of one’s choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2025
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Ray Smith was a valued friend and baseball teammate. His positive nature was infectious and a pleasure to be around. We fought together many games on the diamond and Ray was as steady as they come. He was a rock on our infield and I always felt reassured when I looked out at Ray at third base or shortstop. When I told the other ball players in Winnipeg who would know Ray that he had passed, their comments were consistently that he was a great player but also a real quality person. That is the way Ray will be remembered. Recently, I re-connected with Ray and Linda as they decided to support the local museum in St. Vital where Ray grew up. It was fun to re-visit the “good old days” but to also see the generous and positive man Ray had become. Thank you, Ray, for your friendship and for being such a wonderful teammate. If you find a ball game up in heaven to participate in, I am sure you would be a valued addition. You might even find your neighbour, Barry Wiebe, to reconnect with as teammates. Rest in peace, my friend. - Posted by: John Hindle (friend and teammate) on: Jan 30, 2025
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I was so surprised to hear of Ray's passing. Ray was a great ball player and a better teammate. He was the model of consistency and a very comforting force on the diamond. I was always confident that Ray would get the job done and he always did. His family was so supporting at his baseball games and very entertaining to listen to. Recently I re-connected with Ray and Linda and appreciated their support of our local St. Vital Museum. I will miss his positive outlook and smile and hope he has found a game to play in heaven...maybe he has even found his close neighbour and teammate, Barry Wiebe to play with. I will always hold such warm thoughts of Ray on the diamond and as a friend! Rest in peace. - Posted by: John Hindle (friend and teammate) on: Jan 29, 2025
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Very sorry to hear of Ray's passing! First thing that came to mind when I heard, was Ray's talent as a baseball player. He certainly made it easy to complete the front end of a double play. On a humorous note. I was ejected from a Junior game ONCE, and upon arriving at the St. B Legion after the game. Ray started singing: "Take Hank out of the ball game"! You know the song! My condolences to Linda and family. #: 44 - Posted by: Hank Lemoine #:44 (St. Boniface Legionaires Junior Baseball Team) on: Jan 29, 2025