Smith, Vincent, 78, New France Antigonish Co. It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Vincent Smith, 78, of Antigonish, formerly of New France, Antigonish County, with his loved ones by his side, at St Martha's Regional Hospital, on November 5, 2017. Born in New France, he was the son of the late John R. and Mary (Mamie) Smith. Vince worked for several years at StFX University, where he was lovingly known as a common prankster to many of his co-workers.
Vince is survived by his sisters: Theresa (Blaise) MacKenzie, Espanola, Ontario and Mary (the late Don Ferriss), Dartmouth, NS as well as several nieces and nephews; in particular, his niece, Brenda Smith-Chisholm who loved and cared for Vince for the past few years while he was a resident of Highland Crest Home, Antigonish, Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home, and most recently the RK MacDonald Nursing Home, Antigonish. Vince was predeceased by his infant daughter, Anne Marie, brothers, Jackie, Neil, Jimmy, Stanley and Cecil, sister, Agnes and Mary who died in infancy.
Vince was a man of few, and many words; If love was to be shown, he smiled. If he disagreed with something, he spoke. He loved animals, he was a die-hard Maple Leafs Fan, and loved his Toronto Blue Jays. He truly enjoyed the company of the many friends that he made at the Nursing Homes over the past several years.
The family would like to thank the staff at Highland Crest Home, who bonded with Vince and treated him like family when he lived there for over 15 years. Also to the staff of Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home and the RK MacDonald Nursing Home for the kindness and care provided to Vince during his stay, and to Dr. Mary Gorman for her continuous care for many years.
Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 on Wednesday, November 8th at CL Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St., Antigonish. Liturgy of Christian Burial on Thursday, November 9th, at 11:00 am at St. Ninian's Cathedral with Father Donald MacGillivray presiding. Burial at a later date in the Parish Cemetery.
In Memoriam, donations to Cathy's Place Cancer Resource Room appreciated.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com