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REGINALD A. SMITH
Born: Mar 18, 1928
Date of Passing: Mar 18, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryREGINALD A. SMITH Peacefully, on March 18, 2013, Reg passed away at the Seven Oaks General Hospital. Reg was predeceased by his brother Frederick in childhood and in later years by his brothers: Ernest (Vi, Dora), Richard (June); his sisters Edna Pitman (John) and Audrey Fraser (John); brother-in-law D.J. Sheppard and niece Debra Smith. He is survived by his sister Bernice Sheppard; nephew Gerald Pitman, nieces Linda Leaveck (Pat), Carol Hildebrand (Garry), Donna Sheppard (Brian), Deanna Werner (Peter), Sandra Smith (Brian); great-nieces and nephews: Jason (Kathy), Patrick (Wendy and daughter Kyja), Michael (Carolyn), Kelly, Karin (Paul), Krista (Ian), Judy, Christopher, Amanda, Brenden; great-great-nephews Ethan and Julian; his cousin Pamela Dixit (Suresh) and family, long-time friends John and Shirley Gifford; extended family and friends in Western Canada and U.K. Reg was born on March 18, 1928 to Ernest and Lily Smith of Kilbride Avenue, West Kildonan. He started his working career in the Manitoba Land Titles Office and then later worked in Calgary in the oil industry until 1974. In the years following, Reg became involved in the hospitality industry as secretary-manager of the Westwinds Club in Calgary until 1978. In 1979 Reg went into the restaurant business and ran the PierView Restaurant in White Rock, BC for ten years. On moving back to Winnipeg he enjoyed being involved in Federal politics, both as a supporter and candidate. Reg was active in curling, tennis and most of all in 5 pin bowling, holding offices in several bowling associations, including president of the Western Canada 5 Pin Bowling Association. Our family would like to thank all the staff on the 3rd and 5th floors at Seven Oaks for their excellent care, as well as the staff from other departments who were involved with Reg's care during his long hospitalization. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Klassen Funeral Home. Donations in Reg's memory can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, Canadian Cancer Society-Manitoba Division, or Canadian Diabetic Foundation. KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME 1897 Henderson Hwy. 338-0331 Condolences may be sent to www.klassenfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 20, 2013
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I first met Reg in 1991. I was an apolitical neophyte who had just discovered politics. Reg guided and advised me for many years and I grew to like him as a good friend. I will certainly miss his gentle voice and wry humour. John Alexander - Posted by: John Alexander (Friend) on: Apr 22, 2013
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I first met Reg in 1991 and he became a strong political friend and ally. His dedication to our shared cause was an inspiration to myself and the countless others who worked with him. I know that it is thanks to Reg that the Reform/Canadian Alliance/Conservative party achieved the outstanding success it has in the Province of Manitoba. Heaven had better be prepared for organizational skills. God speed Reg. - Posted by: Helen Sterzer (Friend) on: Apr 21, 2013