David Smith's funeral has been organised for the 18th June, followed by light refreshments and a wake in the evening.
I have created a private event on facebook, so that we can gauge numbers attending. I would very much appreciate if anyone who plans to attend may message me or comment on this post to be added to the event. Please also share this post to anyone who may not have seen it.
As some of u may know....rob is some what of a plane spotter....and he has been watching David's flight all the way home from havana he flew virgin's tinkerbell....that would have made him laugh.....and the lovely Mr Smith has just landed...welcome home...we all love u x
Today we received the tragic news that Port Worker Dave Smith lost his life whilst on holiday in Cuba.
A hugely respected / fun bloke around the town and the Docks
Always up for a laugh and many many holidays that he worked so hard for.
The Port has lost many old characters over the years and just never seem to get replaced !!!! Dave was one these in the making that has been taken away very prematurely
R.I.P Smithy - one of the few people that could make me smile on a night shift. The port has lost a very colourful character
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Allan Shantz published condolence .
A truly genuine person. I will miss you dearly my friend.
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John Adams published condolence .
I just can’t believe such a nice unique guy could lose his life like this ! Will really miss you Dave RIP
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Barrie Young published condolence .
A gentleman and a scholar RIP Dave
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Holly Brackenridge published condolence .
Our family met Smitty in Cuba in 2014.. we instantly fell in love with his crazy wardrobe and accent.. we spent a lot of the week with him and at end of our trip he sent my hubby home to Ontario with one of his "shite shirts.. Smitty you were one of a kind and will never be forgotten..
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Kerry Berdan published condolence .
I only got to know you for a short time but forever a friend you will be and missed dearly xoxoxo
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Amanda published condolence .
Terribly saddened by this news. You were one of my favourites from the pub many years ago. Always kind ❤️ Rest in peace Smiffy xxx
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Relphy published condolence .
So so sad. R.I.P Smiffy
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Tom Henderson published condolence .
Had the pleasure of working with Dave sometimes on his shift, a sad and sudden loss, RIP Dave!
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Mr & Mrs Folley published condolence .
We are totally devastated by the news of your passing, no more it’s just a pint , no more jokes about how short I am and there is and never will be anyone like you, true legend gone too soon miss you a bit chap
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Sam published condolence .
A lovely man RIP
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Tony Gardner published condolence .
Total shock lost a true gent and legend rest in peace my friend
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David Braithwaite published condolence .
Terrible news. A nice fellow. Will be missed by many. RIP Dave
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Debbie published condolence .
Back in the days we all was so close and remained friends, such sad news gone way too soon, you will be truly missed by so many may you r.i.p xxx
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Claire. published condolence .
I'm numb and in total shock at your tragic passing. God bless Dave and rest peacefully. Xxx
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Neil (Bloomers) published condolence .
A legend in your own right, good friend and colleague, gonna miss the banter over the card table, but not your smell cause you stank, lol. R. I. P. Buddy. Totally gutted, thoughts and best wishes go out to your family and close friends.
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Donna Davidson published condolence .
Dave, I only met you a few times. But you always had a smile on your face and made me laugh. Was so lovely of you to invite me to your birthday drinks at the Owl. You will definitely be missed by so many people, and also by me. I can't believe you are gone we were only talking about your holiday the other month. Such a terrible loss. Rest in peace my friend xxx
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Elizabeth Craig published condolence .
From your Canadian friends in Edson, so much fun quading and fires . Muddy feet and a few to many of those sociables, you will be missed and remembered here in Canada for sure ! Best regards to the family ! A great man !
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Joanne N Stuart published condolence .
Smiffy you were an absolute Legend, everyone loved you for the wonderful person you were. You will be sadly missed our Dear Friend. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. R.I.P Our Dear Friend Love Ya Forever xx
This photo just sums David up to a tee! Fond memories recently of sitting and laughing in his mum (my Nana's) front room, he would always make the funniest sarcastic comments!
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Emma Bertamini published condolence .
I am at a loss for words my heart is just breaking. David was so much fun always up for a laugh, he was kind and will be so dearly missed. He was doing what he loved to do with people that he loved. May he RIP XXX So
Utterly heartbreaking news. You was the happiest of happy. Was a real pleasure to know you all the years I did and to cut and colour your hair too. You always lived life to the fullest, enjoying your holidays and having a Stella. RIP Dave. You will be sadly missed by many ❤️❤️❤️
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Carl Clarke published condolence .
I never thought i would miss the stfu carl pics but miss them already, a true friend who could out scheme the best but we all still loved him. A sad sad loss but least you went on holiday mate where you loved to be. Miss you already mate and my heart goes out to your family . RIP Simthy my friend
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Rebecca Taylor published condolence .
An amazing Uncle, you will be so so missed. Gone too soon, but you'll never be forgotten. Have a pint on me up there! Xxx
