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CONSTANCE JEAN SMITH (nee MCNABB) December 28, 1928 - July 1, 2014 Tragically we announce the passing of Constance Jean Smith on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at the age of 85 years. Left to mourn her passing are Eileen Kellner (Harvey); seven sons Lorne, Douglas (Marilyn), Reginald (Anita), William, Donald (Maria), Earl and Eric; grandchildren Nadine and Shannon Kellner, Lovell, Sandy Smith, Jordon and Taylor Smith. Constance was predeceased by her husband Kenneth B. Smith; brothers Lorne McNabb and Ron McNabb, and sister Margarette Billings Goodman. Constance was born in St. Vital on December 28, 1928 and was the youngest daughter to William and Katherine McNabb. After putting herself through night school and working part time in her father's United Cigar Store stand in the front entrance of the Paris Building, she started working at Crane The Plumbing Wholesale where she met her husband Ken. In 1953 they married and moved into their first home in North Kildonan. In 1959 they purchased their cottage in Whytewold Beach where she spent all her summers with her children as well as her grandchildren in later years. As their family expanded, they settled in River Heights in 1963. Constance was involved with many clubs, some of her interests were: Chatelaine Toast Mistress, Winnipeg Lionel's, Sewing Circle of Friends, Curling at Deer Lodge Curling Club, Winnipeg Embroidery Guild, Uptown Ladies Bowling League, Unit 7 West Worth United Church, Founding member of The Winnipeg Parents of Twins & Triplets Association, Red Hat Ladies, and Prairie Wrinkles. Donations can be made in Constance's memory to The War Amps Canada, 1 Maybrook Drive, Scarborough, Ontario, M1V 5K9. Constance's Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue, with interment to follow at St. John's Anglican Cemetery, 135 Anderson Avenue. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 1020 Main Street, 204-586-8668, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 07, 2014
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Our deepest sympathy and condolences for Lorne and my second family. We missed being there, accompagne Mom Constance to her last demeure. - Posted by: Marius Matara and family (Friend-brother) on: Jul 12, 2014
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Don Maria and Family Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Deepest sympathy to yourselves and the rest of your family. - Posted by: Randy Siemens () on: Jul 10, 2014
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Doug & Marilyn My sincere condolences. Always amazed at how well your Mom managed to keep such a large family always in check. - Posted by: Mike Evanyshyn (Friend) on: Jul 10, 2014
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Constance was a lovely lady with a terrific sense of humor. We will miss her at our outings. My sympathies to the family at this most difficult time. - Posted by: Anne Lawless (Red Hat Friend) on: Jul 09, 2014
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Don, Maria, Jordon & Taylor - Sending our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this immensely difficult time <3 - Posted by: Kim & Mark Nonis (Friends) on: Jul 09, 2014
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So sorry to hear of your loss, Doug and Marilyn. My condolences to the Smith clan - Posted by: Rick Schroth and family (Friend of Doug and Marilyn)) on: Jul 08, 2014
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Doug & Marilyn, Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys. Love Lance and Diane - Posted by: Lance & Diane kingma (friend) on: Jul 08, 2014
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Doug, Marilyn, Sandy and Lovell So sorry to hear about your mom and grandmother. Barry and I had the opportunity to meet Constance on a few occasions over the years and always enjoyed her sense of humour. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: Leslie and Barry Compton (Friends) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Doug & Marilyn, sorry for your loss-our condolences to your family. It has been awhile since I saw your mother, but will always remember her smile and kindness. - Posted by: Tony Militano & Family (Friend) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Oh my I just came across the obituary I am so sorry for your loss to the children of Connie she was an amazing woman and had a great impact on my life she will be always remembered and never forgotten you are all in my thoughts. - Posted by: Kim Irish (Goddaughter) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Dougie Our thoughts are with you. The tragic circumstances of your mom's death cannot be easy. Take good care.. Much Love Linda and Paul - Posted by: Paul and Linda Ciniello (Friend of Doug and Marilyn) on: Jul 07, 2014
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My deepest condolences to you and all your brothers and sister… May your Mom rest in peace – now together once again with Ken. - Posted by: Arnie Majdell (Family Friend (Doug)X) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Our heartfelt sorrow and hugs to all the family. Connie will be remembered with Love for her tough old boot stories and ever ready baking for the farm dinners. Going to miss the phone call updates on the families. Unexpected death is perhaps the hardest of all. May Peace be with you and Love support you thru the coming times. John Monica David Nicole Xandria Mani Griffiths - Posted by: Monica and John Griffiths (cousin) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Don & Maria, We just heard about your tragic loss yesterday and our thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories of happier times over the years help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Dan & Bonnie Siemens (Friends) on: Jul 07, 2014
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Our deepest sympathy and condolences for Don and Marie and family. - Posted by: Tracy Onishko/Derek Dunning (Friends) on: Jul 06, 2014
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So sorry to hear of your loss, Eric. We'll be thinking about you. - Posted by: Linda (Friend) on: Jul 05, 2014
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