Anthony Paul Robert Smith

Dear Anthony,

I remember the first time I set eyes on you, I thought to myself, what a blessing. Your Mom was so lucky to receive such a special gift. Then while looking at you in wonder, I realized I was an Aunt to this tiny beautiful soul.

All of a sudden you were trying to learn how to crawl, as babies do. So your Aunt Chris and I took it upon ourselves to get on our knees and show you how. You giggled at us and gave us one of your beautiful smiles.

Uncle Harry and I loved having you up at our trailer. One day, fishing with Uncle Harry, you caught your first speckled trout. You were beaming when you brought it home to show me. Uncle Harry showed you how to clean the fish and his Newfoundland friend next door showed you how to cook it on an open fire. It was delicious. We were so happy that you loved coming to stay with us. You even brought your friends sometimes.

I think you were about 10 years old, we were at one of your many baseball games. I remember your Aunt Chris and I cheered you on much to loudly, so your Mom told us. We were so proud of you.

As time passed the next thing I knew you were off to school which you excelled at especially in math just like our Dad, the grandfather you never got to know.

Then your accident happened and I truly believe your Mother nourished you with so much love that you came back to life. I am so grateful your Mom was blessed with more time to spend with you because she loved you to the moon and back.

Great sadness fills my heart that you have been taken from us. I can't believe, that this is real, that I will no longer see your smile, hear your laugh or hold you. You were such a kind, gentle soul. But the reality is I do know it's true.

Your Uncle Harry and I were truly blessed to have been a part of your life.

I'm sure our Dad, your Grandfather and our brother Michael will be waiting for you with open arms.

Love Always & Forever,

Your Auntie Debbie & Uncle Harry

xoxo

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Anthony Paul Robert Smith, age 40, of Richmond Hill, Ontario passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021. Anthony was born July 8, 1981.

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Anthony Smith.

Anthony is survived by his Mother Michelle and Father Colin, and sister Natahlya, Grandmother Aline, Grandmother Patsy and Grandfather Burton, Aunt Debbie and Uncle Harry, Aunt Chris, Aunt Kim and many wonderful cousins and friends.

He will be dearly missed and forever remembered for his kindness, generousity, sensitivity and beautiful smile. He had infinite love for all especially his faithful puppy “Abbey” who adored him, who stole his socks along with his heart.

Proof of full vaccination, along with government issued ID, are mandatory to attend indoor funeral services for those age 12 and older. Masks are required

Friday, November 5th, 2021

Public visitation will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 6th, 2021

Public visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Service will begin at 12:00 noon

All Visitations and Funeral Service will take place at Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway South, Aurora Ontario.

If you would like to make a donation, in memory of Anthony, to the Mackenzie Health Centre Brain Injury Society please visit:

https://supportmackenziehealth.ca/ui/Ultimate/donations/start

On the Donation page, for the Donation Type, select: “Donate in Memory”

For Fund Allocation select: “The Ultimate Campaign-Cortellucci Vaughan” for Acute Brain Injury

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ThompsonFH-Aurora.com for the Smith family.