It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Poppy on December 2, 2023 in his 82nd year.
Beloved husband of the late Barbara Norris. Loving father of Stacey Smith (Leanne McCormick) and Tina-Marie Smith. Cherished Poppy of Chelsea (Mac), Michelle (Jeff), Sierra (Eric), Kelsi (Jeff), Hayden and Connor. Great-Poppy of Jeremy, Wesley and Jacob. Dear cousin of Raymond and Allen Bates. Proud member of the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, retired employee of the City of Hamilton after 30 years of dedicated service and a member of the Meccano Club. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Visitation at MARKEY-DERMODY FUNERAL HOME, 1774 King Street East (at Kenilworth) on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 1 pm until the time of Memorial Service at 3 pm. Donations may be made to the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum.