SMITH, Raymond
November 9, 1933 – June 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Raymond Smith, aged 92 years, of Long Cove, passed peacefully away at Carbonear General Hospital on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, with his family by his side.
Predeceased by his wife, Sarah; parents, Isabella (Temple) and Walter; parents-in-law, Myrtle and Elijah Smith; brother-in-law, Charles Peddle; sisters-in-law, Eileen (Don) Stuckless and Ruby Smith; and son, Derek.
Leaving to mourn are his children: Vernon, Karen (Dwayne), Sherry (Francis), Gloria (Scott), and Tammy (Ian); grandchildren: Trina (Nathan), Crystal (Bob), Debbie (John), Heidi, Natasha (Jared), Justin, Jonathan (Jessica), Alyssa (Pierre), Amanda (Sean), and Kayla (Cody); great-grandchildren: Gavin, Xander, Jamie, Alexis, Logan, Zoey, Tyler, McKenna, Sadie, Levi, Brynley, and Dawson; sister-in-law, Marcie Peddle; and brother-in-law, Harrison (Fronie) Smith, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Raymond was a devoted family man whose greatest joy was spending time with those he loved. He was happiest surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and took great pride in each of them. An avid outdoorsman, Raymond enjoyed hunting and fishing and cherished the time spent on the land and water. His quiet strength, kind heart, and unwavering love for his family will be remembered always and deeply missed by all who knew him.
Resting at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove.
Visitation: Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026, followed by interment at Good Shepherd Anglican Cemetery.
Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to the Good Shepherd Anglican Cemetery Fund.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, NL.
To Trina & Family; my deepest Condolences to you and all your family on the passing of your Grandfather! Cherish all your precious memories and know that he will always be in your heart. Love, Aunt Alvina.
To my dear friend Karen and dwayne smith. As you say your final good bye to your Dad karen, just know he loved you all so much. His memories will always be with you. He lived a good life and raised a great family. Ray you might be gone but I know you wont be forgotten . Love to you all from Don and myself