Royal Canadian Air Force
Canadian Corps of Signals
Donna passed away peacefully surrounded by her family who were comforting her, holding her hands, and playing her favorite country music. Donna was wrapped in her beloved “O’s” blanket and had the symbol she adorned pinned to her chest; the Poppy. Donna was such an effective communicator and was never alone or in silence as she drew her last breath here on earth. Her Son Kyle comforted her even in death. Donna was born in Gander Newfoundland and Labrador and was proud of her Native Newfoundlander culture and family. Donna is and will always be mourned by her husband, Capt Greg Smit of Ottawa; her Sons Kyle, Sgt Joseph Smit and MCpl Curtis Smit; her daughter-in-laws, PO2 Mandy Smit and Ajia Tan; her parents “Bud” and Louise Hiscock; her brothers Wayne and Shawn Hiscock. Equally as important to Donna is her Canadian Armed Forces family past and present who are too numerous to name. Donna was also a grandmother and a very proud Nanny to Braydon; she has 5 nieces and nephews, Dylan, Devan, Jaden, Isabelle, and John. On her father’s side; Uncles Dick (Heather) Hiscock, Don (Theresa) Hiscock, Tom (Eileen) Hiscock, Gordon (Valerie) Hiscock, Scott (Doreen) Hiscock. Aunts Eileen (Ray) Wells and Valerie (Bonner) Pinsent. On her Mother’s side, Aunts Amy Smith, Irene (Barry) Young. Predeceased by; Aunt Edna and Grandparents Amelia and Edward Gardner and Annie and Gordon Hiscock. Donna was a mentor to so very many lady motorcycle riders and leaves behind dozens of dear friends with the Litas of Ottawa, she was so immensely proud to be among you all out on the road. Donna was known for attracting orphans from within the military, those that leadership and institution had forgotten, or was taking its time to do something or who needed help. She knew she could not always solve their issue or give them what they wanted or needed but in most cases, something could be done; and she was the one to finally do something. It was not just at work, this is who she is, someone who wants to help in whatever way she could. She made a difference to a great many people. CWO Donna Smit emulated what our CAF culture should strive to be, Canadians who have sons and daughters in the military would have wanted Donna advocating for their child. Donna’s family wishes to extend sincere thanks to the nurses, doctors, and surgeons at the Ottawa Civic Hospital for their excellent medical care and exceptional communication we received. Private services will take place at Beechwood, Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services (280 Beechwood Ave.) followed by inurnment in the National Military Cemetery of Canada. In Lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Boston Terrier Rescue Canada. https://www.bostonterrierrescuecanada.com/
I will find you Donna, no matter how long it takes!
Digital Guestbook
Colonel Lisa Noonan
Rick Vey
My heartfelt thoughts are extended to Greg and the entire circle of family and friends who are mourning this loss. As a fellow Newfoundlander, CAF member and motorcycle rider and also as someone who new Greg back "in the day" I was extremely saddened to hear of this great loss. My sincere condolences to all who knew and loved Donna.
CPO1 Steve Wist
RIP Donna, condolences to your family on this devistating loss.
Patricia House
Heartfelt and sincere condolences to Greg, the boys and Donna's family on her passing!! First met Donna in Gander when she and Greg began dating, I remember how smitten Greg was! Such a sad and tragic loss! Peace be to you now Donna xo
C.B. (Sonny) Rose
To the entire Smit family, my most heartfelt condolences. She will be missed.
Line Laurendeau
Donna was a very nice women that I was bale to get to know for a very short time. I feel very privilege to have know her and she is someone that we should always keep in ming. My sincere sympathies to the family and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely.
Line
James Parsons
I know your father and mother and your uncles, I heard about your accident, RIP your ride is not over, you have left a mark on a lot of people, who will remember you for a very long time. You left early but you were needed somewhere else. Never fear there was a position and only you could fill it. God Bless you and condolences to all your family and service family.
Alan Bouthiette
Deepest sympathies for all her friends and Family, Donna will be missed!
I had the pleasure of working for Donna. She was a great boss, as long as you work hard for her she would do the same for you! Plus she help me out through some hards times! Thanks until we meet again!
Al Pardy and Georgie O’Neill
Greg and families, we wish to express our sincere sympathy on the untimely death of Donna. You and your family are wished peace, comfort and strength at this difficult time.
Steve Tremblay
My sincere condolences to Greg, the family and her friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these challenging times. She was a strong woman with a determined will. Rest in Peace
CWO Donna Smit was a friend to the members of our Directorate and an advocate at the selection boards for our outstanding senior NCOs. She always put the welfare of CAF applicants and members at the forefront of everything she did. Best of all she loved dogs and I will always remember the hilarious stories of her Husky from years past when I shared my news of adopting a Shepherd-Husky mix, and the equally funny stories of her Boston Terrier. We will all miss her passion, sense of humour, professionalism and joie de vivre. RIP Donna from all of DPGR.