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Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 11 a.m. St-Paul Cemetery, Plantagenet, ON
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald James Smith, who died on February 21, 2026, at the age of 86. He was the beloved husband of the late Aldeen Smith (nee McCrank) and the son of the late Walter Smith and the late Dorothy Smith (nee Ferris).
He leaves behind his loving daughter, Leanna Smith (Steve Ladurantaye) and his cherished grandchildren, Caitlyn and Jonah. He also leaves behind his brother Reid Smith and will be sadly missed by his sisters, Norma Mosher (Ken) and Anne Smith Thompson. He is fondly remembered by his extended family, Lona Gates (late Dell), Greta Shane (late Harry), and Joe McCrank (Diane Cardinal), as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers, Robert Smith (Gertrude Newcombe) and Randall Smith, and by his brother-in-law, Aubrey McCrank.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 11 a.m. at St-Paul Cemetery (460 Main Street, Plantagenet, ON) followed by a reception at Serge R. Lalonde Community Centre (220 Main Street, Plantagenet, ON).
In memory of Ron, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
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My deepest sympathies on Ron’s passing. May God keep him in His arms until we meet again. May He rest in peace.
My deepest sympathies on Ron’s passing. May God keep him in His arms until we meet again. May He rest in peace.
My deepest sympathy to Leanna the Smith and McCrank family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My Condolences to the Smith and McCrank family
We would like to extend our sinceres condoleances to the Smith & McCrank families for the lost of this nice gentlement Ron. Our prayers & our thoughts are with you all.
Dear Leanna, Steve, Caitlyn & Jonah And All The McCrank Family; Our most sincere condolences during this most difficult time. Take care.
Our deepest sympathy to Leanna, Steve & family. Ron was one of the best.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
What a wonderful uncle you were. Love you.
My Sincere condolences to Leanna and the McCrank family at this sad time..
Dearest Leanna and all the family. We want to express our deepest sympathies. We are thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
Our condolences to Leanne and family and the McCrank family on the loss of your dad/grandpa and brother-in-law.
Our condolences, Leanna, on the loss of your dad. Having lost your mom just months ago, we can only begin to imagine how hard this is for you and your family.