It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leona Marie Smith, beloved wife of James Henry Smith of Lethbridge, Alberta, who succumbed to her illness on October 18, 2016 while receiving care at the Chinook Regional Hospital. Leona was graced with 78 years of life.
Born on July 11, 1938 in Crysler, Ontario to parents, William and Blanche Perras, Leona and her numerous siblings were raised with an appreciation for family, faith and community. Shortly after highschool, Leona married a charismatic and handsome young man, John Armstrong, and the two were blessed with a family of their own. Leona adored her children and sacrificed all she had to provide for their needs. She worked as a cashier, store clerk, landscaper, waitress and bartender. She was modest and loyal with incredible patience and unconditional love. She experienced great joy and accomplishments as well as trials and tribulations within her lifetime. After her divorce, she married a fine gentleman, James Smith, and she was once more blessed with a large family to care for. Leona's life centered around precious moments spent with family; especially during Christmas and other holiday gatherings.
Leona was an amazing cook, loved all animals, gardening, long strolls outdoors, moonlight ski doo trips with her children, hunting and conversations with her cherished grandchildren. Her positive attitude and generous heart will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
Fantin's Funeral Home, Blairmore, Alberta
Born on July 11, 1938 in Crysler, Ontario to parents, William and Blanche Perras, Leona and her numerous siblings were raised with an appreciation for family, faith and community. Shortly after highschool, Leona married a charismatic and handsome young man, John Armstrong, and the two were blessed with a family of their own. Leona adored her children and sacrificed all she had to provide for their needs. She worked as a cashier, store clerk, landscaper, waitress and bartender. She was modest and loyal with incredible patience and unconditional love. She experienced great joy and accomplishments as well as trials and tribulations within her lifetime. After her divorce, she married a fine gentleman, James Smith, and she was once more blessed with a large family to care for. Leona's life centered around precious moments spent with family; especially during Christmas and other holiday gatherings.
Leona was an amazing cook, loved all animals, gardening, long strolls outdoors, moonlight ski doo trips with her children, hunting and conversations with her cherished grandchildren. Her positive attitude and generous heart will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
Fantin's Funeral Home, Blairmore, Alberta
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leona Marie Smith, beloved wife of James Henry Smith of Lethbridge, Alberta, who succumbed to her illness on October 18, 2016 while receiving care at the Chinook Regional Hospital. Leona was graced with 78 years of life.
Born on July 11, 1938 in Crysler, Ontario to parents, William and Blanche Perras, Leona and her numerous siblings were raised with an appreciation for family, faith and community. Shortly after highschool, Leona married a charismatic and handsome young man, John Armstrong, and the two were blessed with a family of their own. Leona adored her children and sacrificed all she had to provide for their needs. She worked as a cashier, store clerk, landscaper, waitress and bartender. She was modest and loyal with incredible patience and unconditional love. She experienced great joy and accomplishments as well as trials and tribulations within her lifetime. After her divorce, she married a fine gentleman, James Smith, and she was once more blessed with a large family to care for. Leona's life centered around precious moments spent with family; especially during Christmas and other holiday gatherings.
Leona was an amazing cook, loved all animals, gardening, long strolls outdoors, moonlight ski doo trips with her children, hunting and conversations with her cherished grandchildren. Her positive attitude and generous heart will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
Fantin's Funeral Home, Blairmore, Alberta
Born on July 11, 1938 in Crysler, Ontario to parents, William and Blanche Perras, Leona and her numerous siblings were raised with an appreciation for family, faith and community. Shortly after highschool, Leona married a charismatic and handsome young man, John Armstrong, and the two were blessed with a family of their own. Leona adored her children and sacrificed all she had to provide for their needs. She worked as a cashier, store clerk, landscaper, waitress and bartender. She was modest and loyal with incredible patience and unconditional love. She experienced great joy and accomplishments as well as trials and tribulations within her lifetime. After her divorce, she married a fine gentleman, James Smith, and she was once more blessed with a large family to care for. Leona's life centered around precious moments spent with family; especially during Christmas and other holiday gatherings.
Leona was an amazing cook, loved all animals, gardening, long strolls outdoors, moonlight ski doo trips with her children, hunting and conversations with her cherished grandchildren. Her positive attitude and generous heart will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.
Fantin's Funeral Home, Blairmore, Alberta
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