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KEVIN RICHARD SMITH
Born: Jul 29, 1955
Date of Passing: Feb 07, 2021
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KEVIN RICHARD SMITH
Kevin was born on July 29, 1955 to Robert, who predeceased him in 1980, and Frances Smith. He lived his life in Winnipeg except for a few years in Grand Marais, MB with Mr. Grey being his constant feline companion. He attended Lord Nelson and Sisler High School and played team sports with Northwood Community Centre.
Kevin's childhood was spent enjoying summers at Grand Beach, making lifelong friends along the way, and eventually realizing his dream by purchasing a cabin in Grand Marais which allowed him to continue making memories with his family and friends to last a lifetime.
Kevin was a hard-working risk-taker throughout his life beginning his varied work career at the Mexican Village in his teens and culminating as owner of Smith Rutherford Transport, of which he was extremely proud.
On April 3, 1982 he married Betty Anne McConaghy (nee Dawyduik) treasuring 31 years of marriage, before his dear wife's passing in 2013. Together, they welcomed a beautiful daughter Laura to their family.
Music was instrumental to his life, as evidenced by his vast collection of memorabilia and pictures displayed of the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and local musicians to name a few.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, with the NFL being his passion, and Tom Brady his favourite quarterback, Super Bowl Sunday will now take on a whole new meaning as he passed away during halftime while listening to the game.
Kevin will be lovingly remembered for his wicked sense of humour, kind and compassionate heart, and generous spirit.
His life was deeply touched by cherished family and friends and he was ever so grateful for each and everyone who reached out to him with words of encouragement, hope, or to simply laugh at or enjoy one of his jokes. A special thank you is extended also to Dawn and her family for being a loyal and dear friend in his life and a supportive angel throughout his journey with COPD.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving and devoted family: his mother Frances, daughter Laura, grandchildren, Parker, Emily and Lewis, sister Sandy and brother-in-law Rick Cockrem, and nephews, Ryan and Sean and their families.
Surviving him also, are his Aunt Phyllis, Uncle Terry, David, Laura and Gary Petrishen, Garth Smorang and David Smith of West Virginia.
Special thanks to the staff at the Grace Hospital for their loving care and for Dr. Choptiany and Dr. Ramsey for giving him the gift of hope this past year.
In accordance with Kevin's wishes, cremation has taken place. Due to Covid restrictions, a private family memorial will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Manitoba Lung Association or a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to www.mosaicfunerals.ca
"So when tomorrow starts without me,
Don't think we're far apart,
for every time you think of me,
I'm right there in your heart."
Publish Date: Feb 20, 2021
KEVIN RICHARD SMITH
July 29, 1955 - February 7, 2021
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Publish Date: Feb 11, 2021
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 11, 2021, Feb 20, 2021
Condolences & Memories (21 entries)
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sorry l lost contact with Kevin and I'm in shock, as l only found out today. Kevin and l had a long friendship and had many wild adventures @ Grand Beach. To Betty, Laura and parents, we lost a great man, son, father and husband. I'm so sorry. - Posted by: Dwight knott (Great buds) on: Jan 02, 2024
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Sad to hear of Kevin passing. Will miss his jokes, videos & his messages. R.I.P. Kevin. - Posted by: Betty Brown (Friend ) on: Mar 07, 2021
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Will miss Kevin. Had many good times with him over the years. Through music, and trucking, and football. We were in football pools together and spent many a day telling story's at the Royal George Hotel with many other friends. Was blessed to have seen him at his apartment just a few weeks prior to his passing. Will miss his amazing sense of humor. - Posted by: Kristinn Walsh (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2021
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My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to Kevin's family, especially his mom, Francis, and his sister Sandy and her family. My heart melted when I read he passed away while watching his favourite quarterback in the Super bowl. Tom Brady won that game for Kevin. Rest in peace Kevin. Your family will miss you. - Posted by: Dianne Kennedy (family friend) on: Feb 22, 2021
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I AM VERY PROUD TO CALL KEVIN A GOOD FRIEND. WE WORKED TOGETHER FOR 5 YEARS BUT HAD AN INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIP FOR OVER 10 YEARS. WE WRE IN CONSTANT CONTACT OVER THE LAST 4 YEARS AS HE BATTLED WITH COPD. IT SHOWED EVEN MORE WHAT A BRAVE SOUL HE WAS AS HE ENDURED TO THE END. WE WON'T SOON FORGET THE IMPACT THAT KEVIN HAD ON OUR LIVES. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER, THE STRUGGLE IS DONE. - Posted by: glenn cranwill (FRIEND AND CO-WORKER) on: Feb 22, 2021
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You are truly missed my friend.. Love you.. R.I.P - Posted by: Wanda Stettner (Long time friend ) on: Feb 22, 2021
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Our dads worked together, and Kevin’s mom was my teacher at Lord Nelson. We lost touch over the years, but he located me and we had been in contact daily through texted messages. I’ll certainly miss his humour and the music videos he would send me. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Donna McCoo (Friend) on: Feb 20, 2021
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So sorry for your loss. We shared some exciting times back in the day🎶⚘ - Posted by: Larry Carlson (Friend from high school) on: Feb 20, 2021
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My condolences to Mrs. Smith( Fran) and Sandra and families, our heartfelt sorrow from our families at this difficult time. - Posted by: Debbie Vitt ( Pidborchynski) (Neighborhood friend) on: Feb 20, 2021
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Played football with Kevin in High School and ran into him many times over the years. He was a nice guy, sometimes a bit untamed, but he was a super hard worker, a slow talker and yet reserved. I will miss occasionally bumping into him. - Posted by: Glen Spryszak (Friend.) on: Feb 20, 2021
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Extending my deepest sympathy to Mrs. Smith, Sandy Cockrem and the Smith family on Kevin's passing. Gone too soon, so very sorry to see he passed away, Please know that my thoughts are with you at this sad and very difficult time. Lynda Ruban - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (acquaintance) on: Feb 20, 2021
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Will miss my big Cousin. So glad we were able to recently reconnect. My deepest condolences to my Aunt Fran and cousins Sandra and Laura. - Posted by: Gary Petrishen (Cousin) on: Feb 17, 2021
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I enjoyed working with him, we had a lot of laughs together. I'll miss his sense of humour and our conversations. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Cam (Co-worker and friend) on: Feb 12, 2021
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Kevin is a life long friend, who will be missed greatly. Going to miss our weekly chat's and his sense of humor. - Posted by: Ron Burlak ( friend) on: Feb 12, 2021
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Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss....hey Kevin going to really miss your texting.... deepest condolences.... rest in peace - Posted by: Diane Mateush (Good friend) on: Feb 11, 2021
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My condolences to the family. Kevin was a great friend and will be dearly missed. Rest peacefully my friend. - Posted by: Paulette Delaquis (Friend ) on: Feb 11, 2021
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Laura, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Working with him & you sure brings back a lot of memories. My deepest condolences - Posted by: Debbie Makichuk (Friend) on: Feb 11, 2021
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Laura we are sorry to hear of your dad’s passing, he was always kind and respectful to Bob and I. - Posted by: Sandra Rowe (Neighbour ) on: Feb 11, 2021
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Condolences from all our family. Kevin will truly be missed by all of us. 💕 - Posted by: Clark family (Friends) on: Feb 11, 2021
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So sorry for your loss❤❤ - Posted by: Martin and Sharon Brudy (Friends) on: Feb 11, 2021
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My sincere condolences - Posted by: Deloris Ankrom (Friend of fran) on: Feb 11, 2021