On Monday, April 5, 2010 Mr. Leo R. Smith (Big Lee) passed away peacefully at Kamloops, BC at the age of 88 years.
He is survived by his loving companion Alison Patton, his three daughters Patricia (Doug) Berardine of Heffley Creek, BC, Margo (Kevin) Cusack of San Francisco, Shelley (Greg) Meszoly of Bermuda and his son Bud (Pam) of Oakville, Ontario; his eight grandchildren, four great grandchildren and his sister Terry Ferrell.
Leo was predeceased by his wife Patricia (nee Dinnie), his sons Michael and Gary and his grandson Matthew Smith.
He was a Navy Veteran of the World War 2, serving his country proudly on the Prince Rupert. He loved and was loved by many.
Those wishing to pay their respects by viewing may do so on Friday, April 9, 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Schoening Funeral Chapel, 513 Seymour Street.
The Reverend Father Nicholas Forde OMI will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. in the Holy Family Parish, 2797 Sunset Drive. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
To Patricia, Margo, Shelley and Bud,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincere condolences to you on the lost of your Dad, our Uncle Leo, from Paul, Maureen, Leo and Sharon Murphy.
“Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow”.
Hey Shelly, Just wanted to say that I am sorry to hear about big Lee and wish you and your family all the best. He was a very cool guy and I am honored to have had a few drinks and good conversation with him.
Gord
Shelley-
So sorry to hear about your Dad– my thoughts are with you, Greg and Matthew…. Please know that many people are there in spirit for you right now, even if we can’t be there in person. I would give you a big hug if I could.
Take care,
Amy
To all of Lee’s Wonderful Family, He will be surely missed…you all were the loves of his life and he always talked so proudly of you. I had the honour of being his friend (I started as his Banker)and thru the years he shared his adventures with me over lunch and a beverage. He called me “Trouble” whenever he saw me and I responded with “Heh Trouble II” Hugs and laughs I am going to miss. Thinking of you all at this time…Take Care…Dar
My thoughts are with the family. He was such a wonderful man. I always had the pleasure of getting a great big Bear Hug, when he came into the bank. Surely will miss that. Will miss his stories that he would tell of his wonderful family and special friends. May God Bless YOU all.
To Lee…
Dear Bud, Pam, Brent & Ryan,
Ron and I send you our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences. I’m going to miss my chats with “Big Lee” when he called for “The Big Bad Bud”.
Sincerely,
Monica
Alison and Patton family…Lee has become such an integral part of your family life, bringing his hugs and laughter along with his warm personality. He will be dearly missed.
Lee had such love and respect for all his children, grandchildren and the great-grandchildren. It was obvious in the way he spoke of each of you and the way his face lit up when relating visits or anecdotes. I will miss the funeral as I will be in Vancouver but my thoughts will be with you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Alison. Also to all of “Big Lee’s” family, names only to me, but it was a priviledge to know your Dad when I was in Canada visiting Alison. He will leave a “big hole” in all your lives and be sadly missed.
Shelley and family,
We were so saddened to hear that Big Lee had passed away. So glad that we had the pleasure of meeting him in Jasper many years ago. Please know that I am with you in spirit and will talk to you in person soon. you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love you Shell. XOXO
Anne, Doug and Jenn Young
Shelley,Alison, Greg, Matthew and Family
Very sorry to hear about Big Lee, we all enjoyed the time we were able to spend with him in Jasper and Bermuda. He was larger than life in many ways. Our thoughts are with you.
Chimo to Big Lee!
David, Kylie, Tammy, Chris and Eric