SMITH, GEORGE WALTER

October 18, 1941 - November 18, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of George Smith announce his passing on November 18, 2022 at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony at the age of 81.

George was born on October 18, 1941 in Gunners Cove, NL to Stephen and Lucy Smith. The oldest of 12 children.

As a young man George spent many hours in the fishing boat with his father Stephen and brother Hayward before heading to St. Johns to train as a barber.

While George spent many years in St. John’s working he returned home to St. Lunaire and worked with Fishery Products until his retirement.

Left to mourn: Partner, Emma Hillier and Family, Karen Hiller, Anthony Hillier and grandchildren. Hayward Smith (Netta), Stella Bridger, Tom Smith (Clara), Stephen Smith (Lois), Francis Smith (Mary), Louie Burden (Wayne), Henry Smith (Maureen), Ruby Fowler (Ron), Edith Bussey (Ron), Edwin Smith (Sheila) and Natalie Smith (Jon). Plus, many Nieces and Nephews.

George is predeceased by his parents Stephen and Lucy Smith, brother Charlie and brother-in-Law John Bridger and Roland Burden.

George was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Saturday November 19th and from 2-3 pm on Sunday November 20th 2022 with the family service taking place from 3-4 pm on Sunday Afternoon. The funeral will be held at The Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony at 2:00 pm on Monday November 21st with Major Anthony Stokes and Major Beverly Stokes Officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.