Peacefully on November 4 at Bruyère Health Saint-Vincent Hospital, Dr. Donald Elgie Smith, at the age of 88, beloved husband of Marlen Smith, father of Andy (Tiffany) and Glen of Ottawa, grandfather of Nathan and Jacob, and brother of Lu Ann McQuillan (Sandy) of Stratford, ON. A
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, April 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Beechwood National Centre, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa. Interment will follow at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bruyère Health Saint-Vincent Hospital would be appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
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Margaret and Bill Mills
Don was a dear friend, colleague and mentor to us both for 48 years. We will miss his kindness, love of learning and affection. May our paths meet again.
Andrew & Meaghan Baker
Our condolences for your loss. It was a privilege to have met Don. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Roger duclos
Don was first my teacher then mentor and colleague. He was a well read man and was always ready to help or share his knowledge. I will miss most of all his hearty laugh and sense of humour. I will always remember his sound advice, his encouraging words and endearing friendship.
Ben & Emily
Our deepest condolences to you and the entire Smith family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Keith Jolliffe
Don was my long time travel companion and friend as we traveled the world together on multiple assignments related to the aviation industry. He was always ready to help, to
mentor, and to listen. Our coffee meetings were time to reflect on past adventures as much as on current events. I will miss him deeply. My wife and I send our deepest condolences to the Smith family.
Maureen A Donoghue
Don was my teacher, coach and mentor while working at Transport Canada. As a Junior High Classroom teacher, I arrived at Transport not knowing anything about how the Federal Government worked. Don took me under his wing and ensured that I not only succeeded, I grew both personally and professionally along the way. Ultimately, Don became a life long friend and inspiration. I was blessed to have known him.
I will always remember Don as the faithful, loving and generous husband, father and friend that he was. Always ready to give everything in exchange for nothing.