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ANDREW JOSEPH SMAHA
Born: Jun 21, 1937
Date of Passing: Dec 02, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryANDREW JOSEPH SMAHA
Our beloved Andy passed peacefully at Gimli Hospital in the early morning of December 2, with his wife by his side.
The eldest of Anton and Barbara (deceased), he was predeceased by his first wife Eleanor (the mother of his much loved daughters), brothers Tony and David and son-in-law Grant.
He will be deeply missed by Keitha, his wife of 50 years, daughters Sandra and Leslie, sister Sylvia (Ness), sister-in-law Nettie and nieces and nephews.
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Andy worked for Manitoba Telephone System for 35 years, retiring in 1992. Upon my retirement a few years later, we moved permanently to our cottage on Sandy Hook Golf Course. The city boy soon was in love with the simple and quiet country life – enjoying golfing, surrounded by nature, identifying and feeding the many new birds. He was proud of his home.
Andy loved music, especially blue grass, country and gospel. He loved singing harmony, playing guitar – enjoying jam sessions at Gimli Horizon 55 Plus Centre. An avid sports guy, he played fast ball with ACWA in the Union League and slo-pitch with the Dawgs, and hockey in the Old Timers League. He was a great Nascar fan.
Andy had a great sense of humour. He was kind, polite, outgoing and had the gift of gab. Sadly, he had dementia in the last few years.
Cremation has taken place, and no formal service will be held, as per his wishes.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff at Gimli and Eriksdale Hospitals for their compassionate and loving care.
If you wish, please feel free to donate to the Children’s Hospital or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 14, 2024
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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I had the honor of working with Andy at the St.John's exchange. You could not ask for a nicer person to work with. - Posted by: Gary Krawchuk (co worker) on: Jan 30, 2025
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I just heard of the passing of Andy. I always looked forward to going to Sandy Hook and stopping by to see Keitha and Andy. Whenever I need a reminder that there's good in the world I would think about Andy and Keitha. My Condolence to Keitha and the family. - Posted by: JEAN REUTHER (Neighbours) on: Dec 29, 2024
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I’m sad about this. - Posted by: Jessica (God daughter ) on: Dec 24, 2024
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Wow, I was surprised to hear! I have fond memories of uncle Andy and Keitha visiting! I vividly remember getting the best Christmas and birthday gifts! Andy was always smiling! - Posted by: Deborah Zimmerman (Neice ) on: Dec 23, 2024
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I was very sad to hear of Andy’s passing. My condolences to you Keitha & family. - Posted by: Linda Farley (Co worker & friend of Keitha) on: Dec 22, 2024
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Our condolences Keitha. We were blessed to have you and Andy as our neighbours at Sandy Hook for 30+ years. Andy never said “No” to any favour we asked, whether it was a quart of oil for my sports car or sharing your well water with us when ours went dry and we had to wait to get a new one drilled. We’ll miss Andy’s “thumb’s up” sign when we saw him in his red truck. Truly one of the good guys. Take care Keitha. - Posted by: Ken & Bobbie Porteous (Sandy Hook neighbours) on: Dec 21, 2024
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So sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. Our condolences to Keitha and family. I will cherish all the great memories in the early years when we got together. He was a great cousin and we will miss him. All our love Rudy and Carrol - Posted by: Rudy and Carrol moroz (Cousin ) on: Dec 14, 2024
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Sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I still have fond memories of the fun times we all had bowling at the Saratoga bowling lanes. - Posted by: Lorna Ivanyshyn (Coworker of Keitha) on: Dec 14, 2024
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Keitha & family, may the time and memories made together bring warmth and comfort at this difficult time. My Condolences to you all. I was saddened to read of Andy's passing. My mother and Keitha had a great friendship thru MTS as well with Andy. - Posted by: Lisa Rajotte (Daughter of friend to Keitha & Andy) on: Dec 14, 2024