Contributions to the tribute of Donald Smith

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audreyps@bellaliant.net posted a condolence

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Serviced with Don in the military in Shearwater in HF -50 and 3 Hanger heavy maintenance off and on from 1972 to 1986. During my time in Shearwater he became a good friend and a pleasure to work with. So sorry to hear of his passing my condolences to his family during this difficult time . Wayne M smithj

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John Knudsen posted a condolence

Friday, June 18, 2021

My condolences to Sandy, Natalie, Jody and your families. Smitty was one of the funniest and friendliest people I ever knew. In later years, I would hear about how much time he spent helping my parents when they added on to their house. Of course, there were the service stories and visits to your home. Best wishes to all of you. Gregg Knudsen

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John Knudsen posted a condolence

Friday, June 18, 2021

Dear Sandy, Natalie, Jody and your families: Our deepest sympathies on Smitty's passing. Don and Sandy have been two of our longest and closest friends ever since John and Don's earliest days in the service. He will be remembered fondly and truly missed. John and Thelma Knudsen

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Ken Macksey uploaded photo(s)

Wednesday, June 16, 2021

A sad time for all of Smitty's family & friends. He was the hardest worker I ever knew and would never give up or quit There was just no "quit" in the man!. RIP my friend. I have added the names i remember to the photo. Maybe someone else knows the 2 questionable names for sure. I think one was Brian ??? and i am not sure of Harold McLean. Ken Macksey KenMacksey@gmail.com

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Wayne White lit a candle

Saturday, June 12, 2021

To Sandra and family, Debbie and I were devastated to hear of Donnie's passing. I was hoping that we would soon be able to get together again for our lunches with the ex Shearwater group. They were so enjoyable with lots of stories from the guys around the table. Donnie of course was the guy that initiated the get togethers. When I worked for him in the Manpower section at Shearwater, Donnie organized a pub crawl for everyone in the section and then he organized a ski day for all of us at Martock. He was always thinking of ways to team build and lift our morale. He will be deeply missed as he touched so many lives in such a positive way. Our prayers are with you. Wayne and Debbie White

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Alec & Gayle MacRae posted a condolence

Thursday, June 10, 2021

We were saddened to read of Don's passing and are remembering the good times at the rink when the boys were playing hockey. What great memories. Our sincere sympathy to you Sandra and all the family. Our kind thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Alec & Gayle MacRae

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Bruce Nevitt uploaded photo(s)

Thursday, June 10, 2021

I worked with Don at CFB Shearwater in 880 Sqn on the CP-121 Trackers from 1975 - 1980. He was a great technician with a greater sense of humour. When I next returned to 12 Wing Shearwater from 1993 - 2001, I ran into him again. He certainly had risen to the top as CWO at 434 Sqn. Another veteran gone too soon. Donnie will be missed by many who remember him.

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Bernie Delaney posted a condolence

Thursday, June 10, 2021

I worked for Don when he was the SCWO OF 434 Sqn. An awesome man and a great leader who I'm sure will be sorely missed by all his family. RIP Chief

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The family of Donald Smith uploaded a photo

Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Donald Smith

1944 - 2021

The Late Donald Smith