Harold Smart Lewisporte, Newfoundland and Labrador Obituary

Harold Smart

Harold Norman Smart, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to everyone he met died peacefully at his home in Birchy Bay on June 29, 2021. Harold was born on July 24, 1928 to Alice (Genge) and Laurier Smart. He was raised and worked in Glovertown as a sawmill owner/operator and logger. In 1952 he married his first love, Doris Blackwood until her illness and passing in 1987. In 1989 he married Ada Pope-Quinlan and settled in Birchy Bay. They were married for 32 adventurous years. He loved to build boats as a hobby, building more than 50 boats over the years. He enjoyed spending time with his large blended family and each grandchild held a special place in his heart. He loved the outdoors and spent many weekends at the cabin with their special friends Bill (predeceased) and Dulcie Randall (Budgell). Harold was respected and loved by everyone who met him. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Ada; daughter Dorothy (Ivan); step-children, John (Ivy), Clarence (Sharon), Christine (Derek), Claudia (Brian), Judy (Laurie), Darlene (Glen), Jim (Hollie), Maurice (Connie), Terry (Sharon) and David; 29 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; sister Norma and a large extended family. Harold is predeceased by his wife Doris, parents Alice and Laurier and infant son, Harold. Special thanks to his granddaughter, Diana for her love and attention to his care over the past few weeks as well as personal support workers, Melissa, Megan, Denise, Michelle, Monica and the home-based palliative care team at Central Health. Resting at Beacon Pentecostal Tabernacle in Birchy Bay, with visitation on Friday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, July 3rd, at 1pm. Interment to follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery in Glovertown. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Emergency Relief and Development Organization (ERDO) for development of clean water and wells in Bangladesh, Zimbabwe, and Honduras. Clean Water Revolution to help children and families - ERDO. http://www.erdo.ca/clean-water
July 24, 1928 - June 29, 202107/24/192806/29/2021
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Alison Crocker
July 6, 2021
Brooks and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of you during this difficult time. While we didn't know Harold personally, we know he brought much joy to your family. We hope you take comfort in the many fond memories and we send warm thoughts and cond... Continue Reading
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Harold Luff
July 3, 2021
Ada and family
Thinking of you at this time. Harold was a good man and will be missed. Please accept our condolences.Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pastor Harold Luff.
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Vivian Clarke
July 2, 2021
I'm sorry to hear about Harold's passing.
He was a sweet man and it's hard to believe he's gone.
Doreen Quinlan
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Calvin Belbin
July 1, 2021
Judy (Quinlan) and Laurie Belbin and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your stepdad. You are in our thoughts and prayers that the comfort and peace of God will be with you throughout this time.

Calvin and Carolyn Belbin
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Joan Davis
July 1, 2021
To Darlene & Glen , Sorry for your loss , sending my condolences to all at tis time.
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Suzanne & George
July 1, 2021
To Mrs. Quinlan, Darlene & Glen and Families, Sorry for your loss , sending our condolences to all at this time.
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Pansy & Stu Canning
July 1, 2021
Deepest condolences to the family!
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Kimberley Pope
June 30, 2021
Aunt Ada & family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Harold. He always greeted us as “one of the crew” and we will miss his welcoming smile. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Marvin & Kimberley Pope
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Ethel Anthony
June 30, 2021
To Ada,The Quinlan Families& The Smart Family
Sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one 'HARORD" It was a privilege to have known him.
Deepest Sympathy to all the family. May God bless you all,as you continue on lifes journey without him.
Joe & Ethel Anthony.
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Pastor Wavey
June 30, 2021
Judy, Laurie and all the family. So sad to hear of the passing of your dad. Be assured that our thought and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We sorrow not as those who have no hope. You all have that glorious hope of meeting again. God always know w... Continue Reading
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Shirley Watkins
June 30, 2021
To Dorothy, Ivan and family, so sorry to hear about your Dad passing. What a beautiful man he was. Sure missed him living in Glovertown over the years. He was a amazing Dad and friend. Sending lots of hugs and prayers, Shirley Watkins and family