Obituary of Kathleen Smith
Smith: Kathleen June (Haig) -
A resident of Chatham, Kathleen Smith passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance on February 20, 2024 at the age of 93.
Born in Windsor, Kathleen was the daughter of the Alfred and Pauline (née Haig) Montgomery.
Reunited with loving husband Harold "Joe" Smith.
Loving mother to Cindy Hogg (Simon) and to the late Dale Hembree (Houston) and John Smith (Lori).
Caring grandma to Amanda, Trinity, Danielle, Ashlee, James and Joshua.
Will be missed dearly by nephew John Montgomery and by many friends and family.
In keeping with Kathleen's wishes, Cremation has taken place.
Donations made in memory of Kathleen to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St. Clair Street, Chatham
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