Obituary of Helen Janice Smith
Smith, Helen Janice (nee Ward)
Helen Janice Smith passed away peacefully at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on Tuesday, October 16 2018 in her 70th year.
Born in Chatham, Helen was the daughter of the late Gordon & Anne Ward.
Beloved wife of 46 years to William "Bill" Smith.
Loving mother of Amanda "Amy" Smith (Nick) of London.
Grandma of Buster & Violette.
Sister of Janet Skipper (Terry) of Chatham.
Predeceased by her siblings, Wilaine Nordin & Derril Ward. Brother-in-law Jimmy Smith.
Survived by her brother-in-law, Gary Nordin & sister-in-law, Pat Ward. Brother-in-law John & Debbie Smith.
Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street Chatham on Thursday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, donations made in memory of Helen may be made to the Arthritis Society or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKINLAY FUNERAL HOME
459 St. Clair Street,
Chatham
519-351-2040
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