The family of Vernett (Vern)
Smith sadly announces his death at Fredericton’s Pine Grove
Nursing Home on May 28, 2022. Vern was born on August 14, 1932, at
Wicklow, NB, son of the late Beulah Tapley and Hughlett
Smith.
Vern is survived by his wife
Terry, their children Peter (Sue), David (Maureen), Jamey (Betsy), and
Ann (Christian), along with their grandchildren Tim, Jamey, Anna,
Gabby, Jonas, Eli, Seamus, Sydney, Eric, and Jacqui. Also surviving
are his sister Muriel, brothers Sharpe (Betty), Glad (Cathy),
sisters-in-law Jean and Ruth. In addition to his parents, he was
predeceased by brothers Aubrey and Ashael, and brother-in-law Al
Main.
Dad was a devoted father and
grandfather, proudly enjoying his young families. His positive
acceptance of on-going changes while living with Parkinson’s
for over 20 years was always
inspirational.
Dad and Mum made many wonderful
memories with their children, grandchildren, and friends at their
long-time camp at Crabbe Mountain and at the campsite in Saint
Andrews, Vern’s "home
town".
Vern enjoyed a long career with
NB Power, and in retirement he continued to take pleasure in many
hobbies and activities. He was an Amateur Radio Operator (VE9VS), a
Beekeeper, and a Provincial Honey Inspector. Vern was a dedicated
founding member of the Fredericton Trails Coalition. Spending time
with grandchildren, skiing, camping, canoeing, fishing, biking,
hiking, and woodworking were among his favourite
passtimes.
Our family is very grateful for
the exceptional care given by staff at Pine Grove Nursing Home, and by
our physicians over the
years.
Arrangements are in the care of
Bishop’s Funeral
Home.
A Celebration of Life will take
place at 1:00 pm on July 16, 2022 at Holy Family Church (St. Kateri
Tekakwitha Parish), 1500 Hanwell Road,
Fredericton.
For those considering a
donation, Vern’s favourite charities were the Fredericton
Greener Village, the Fredericton Homeless Shelters, and the Pine Grove
Foundation.
On-line condolences are welcomed
on Bishop’s Funeral Home’s
website.
www.bishopsfuneralhome.com