Malcolm Fred Smith Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia Obituary

Malcolm Fred Smith

Malcolm (Mac) Fred Smith<br>passed away suddenly at the QE II on September 23 2021. He was predeceased by his wife Thelma (Fullick), his parents, James and Jenny Smith; brothers, Roland, Mel, Jimmy and Carl; sisters, Jean and Dot and by twin daughters, (Mary and Ann) in infancy. Survived by sisters, Maddie and Beryl; children, Larry, Laurie (Lenny) Mason, Derek (Holly) PEI, Blair (Cathy), Lynn (Randy) Stewart, Vicki and Bobby (Alberta); numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.<br><br>Born at home on December 18 1920, he lived most of his life in Glen Haven before moving to Seabright. He was a hard worker all his life, working full time while raising farm animals & growing a garden to feed his large family.<br><br>He was extremely proud of his WWII service with the 5th Anti-Tank Brigade 4th Armored Division. Landing shortly after D-day he fought through France & participated in the liberation of Holland. He was Mentioned in Dispatches. He also received the Legion of Honour medal from France.<br><br>After returning home, he worked on the upgrading and paving of the Peggy's Cove Road, poured cement and worked at Oland’s Brewery for 35 years.<br><br>He built his own home and many for his children. Gardening was something he enjoyed so he always had a garden including several with 8-foot walls of netting to keep the deer out.<br><br>Special thanks to the staff of 6W at Camp Hill, his caregivers Linda, Bernice and especially Brenda who could never seem to beat him at cards.<br><br>A Celebration of Life will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 21st in the Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Upper Tantallon. on-line condolences may be left at: www.rawalker.ca. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to IWK or Charity of your choice.
December 18, 1920 - September 23, 202112/18/192009/23/2021
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Nora Picard
October 1, 2021
I am sorry to hear of Uncle Mac's passing. He is now with Aunt Thelma. He was still a handsome man for his age. I have memories of him coming to the house but he was there to see Dad. I hope they are all together in heaven. My condolences to all his family. Nora
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Christine Hubley
September 29, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family.
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Arthur & Judy Malay
September 26, 2021
Dear Mac's Family. Our Sincere Condolences on your loss. We were always happy to receive goodies from Mac's
garden over the years. He was very generous.
Arkie & Judy
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Linda Cameron
September 26, 2021
Sincere Sympathy in your loss
Our thoughts and prayers and with you all during this difficult time
Local 361, Brewery & Soft Drink Workers
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James A. Hubley
September 25, 2021
When my sister Louise told me of Mac's passing, my eyes filled up with tears and I had a hard time telling my wife. Mac was my favorite uncle on my mom's side of the family. I told him at his 99th birthday, I would be there for number 100. But covid -19 prevented that ... Continue Reading
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Kent & Carol MacDonald
September 25, 2021
Dear Larry, Laurie, Derek, Blair, Lynn, Vicki, Bobby and Family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.
Kent and Carol Ann
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Louise MacKenzie
September 25, 2021
My heart is breaking with the lost of the best uncle anyone could have. Missing him already. He served his country with honour and distinction. Rest now with Aunt Thelma, together forever. Neice Louise & Terry 💔💔
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glen pitman
September 25, 2021
Sorry to hear that Mac has passed away, he was a very hard working man and enjoyed working with him doing many jobs he was doing pulling his old home down after the fire and helping construct his new home , Mac taught me so many things over the years God Bless you and ... Continue Reading
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Alicia Tarbox
September 24, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mac’s passing. I remember hearing of how happy he was that the whole community turned up in the big parade for his 100th birthday.
Seeing him every year at the legion for Remembrance Day, as I was a cadet and he was so proud of his medal (as he should... Continue Reading
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Laurena Singleton
September 24, 2021
Sending condolences to the family, so sorry for your loss. We are friends of Derek and Holly.
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