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Mike Pavlov posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2021
My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to Jim's family. My friendship with your dad, grandpa, brother and uncle Jim spanned way back to the North-End days and continued into our current senior years.
Reflecting on the many tributes attesting to Jim's kindness — one memory comes to the forefront to echo those same sentiments. Jim spear-headed a North-End Reunion at Macassa Bay in the spring of 2019 with the fervent intention of maintaining that brotherhood in staging the reunions annually at Macassa Bay. Unfortunately covid 19 put up a roadblock to prevent that from occurring in 2020 that many of us anticipated attending.
Nevertheless Jim's camaraderie continued via phone calls, a good joke and genuine and sincere interest in his fellow ‘old’ North-Enders.
One very fond memory of our teen years comes to mind. Jim’s VW blew a tire on the way home from the Summer Gardens in Port Dover. There we were stranded at the side of Hwy 6 in the early morning hours of the darkest night — nothing in site for the longest while, except for a big fire engine red Cadillac DeVille convertible that pulls up. A voice bellows out from the driver’s side in a Southern drawl “You boys all need a ride?” It was Levon Helm. Needless to write, the Caddy was already occupied with a foursome but he did stick around providing light from the Caddy’s headlights until we got the spare on........the Caddy’s headlight beams beat the hell out the cigarette lighter flame that we were using to light up the night. ;-)
Jim, may you now be welcomed by The Good Lord into eternity. May you now R.I.P and be re-united with your beloved spouse Mary Lou, your Mom, Dad and brother Bernard.
Rob Smillie Posted Jan 26, 2021 at 12:22 PM
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Matt Koe-pesh posted a condolence
Sunday, January 24, 2021
There's probably no cliche more overused than "A picture is worth 1000 words." But cliches are cliches for a reason, and there's nothing I could fit in 1000 words (or 10,000, or 100,000) that would better describe Uncle Jim than a picture. I don't think I've seen a picture of Uncle Jim looking glum. There's always a big smile plastered on his charming face, and kindness and love and joy in his eyes. And the way he looks in a photo is the way you felt when he walked into a room. I will miss the hell out of my uncle, and I know that everyone who knew him feels the same way. My deepest sympathies to those who were closest to him, who were blessed the most.
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Mark&Doris Dal Bello posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
We will miss you Jim one of my best friends and the best neighbour you can have RIP
God Bless you and your family.
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Saturday, January 23, 2021
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Larry & Sue Paton posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss Rob and Chris. I’ve known your dad for many years. He was my hockey assistant coach and became a very good friend. Whenever we saw him him, he had the big smile and was such a kind person.
Larry and Sue Paton
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Jackie lit a candle
Saturday, January 23, 2021
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Our condolences to Jim’s family. Jim will be dearly missed by many. He could always put a smile on everyone around him with his uplifting personality and with the great stories he could tell. Jim was a wonderful man. Hope is he having fun now with all of the “Northenders” that we have lost before him.
Heaven needed an Angel.
Jackie, Mark, Chelsea, Devonne and CJ.
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Susan Shannon posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
From one Gillies Guy long timer to another..Peace be with Jim.
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Sheila posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Dear Chris and Family,
My sincerest condolences. So saddened by this news. Always smiling and so kind.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheila (at Dr. Wooder's)
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Ed & Eileen Fisher posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
You will be missed by Ed and all of us at Fishers Pier 4. Jim always dropped by to say hello. Condolences to the family.
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Sue Schaefer lit a candle
Saturday, January 23, 2021
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Our deepest sympathy to the family and especially to Chris whom we see and chat with almost daily as he often accompanies us on our dog walks with MEISHA. Each time we were fortunate to meet Jim in the neighbourhood we impressed by his friendliness and kindness. His presence with be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Sue and Mike
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vicki norris posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Vicki Norris (Donnie) My Deepest Condolences to the Smillie family , may he rest in peace
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Jane Waltham lit a candle
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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I am so sorry for your loss. I actually went on to the Donald V. Brown website to check my mother in laws condolence messages as she passed away on January 12th and the first thing I see is Jim's face. A face and man I will never forget. We worked together many years ago and I am going to say it was at Ultramar Home Energy and I apologize if I have the company wrong. Jim was such a wonderful man. Always a smile on his face and he always made me smile and laugh even if I was sad. My heartfelt condolences to all of Jim's family.
Pam Wilson uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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Jim always loved his sweets
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
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Christine Speare-van Vugt uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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My heart hurts for Uncle Jim’s sons Rob and Chris, and for sisters Pat and Lillian and families. I grew up with the Smillies. Many a weekend morning Uncle Jim would pop by for coffee, tinker under car hoods with my Dad. Mary Lou babysat me and my sister Doreen for some time. Later, I became their primary sitter. Our families vacationed together: camping/cottaging up North, road trips to Cape Cod, Port Dalhousie, Sauble/Wasaga Beaches. Fast toward 45 years, when my sister was diagnosed with cancer, Uncle Jim didn’t hesitate to stop by, call, volunteer to drive her to appointments. There is so much history between our families, the stories too many to recount here. From the tributes here, I see Uncle Jim played a significant role in many lives. He will be missed.
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Susan Mara Carlesso posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
This man, Jim Smillie is going to be missed by many, many people, along with his devoted sisters and their husbands! Jim was a huge part of my growing up days with Lillian, along with his wife! He was like another big brother to me! Always caring, loving and always happy! A real huge void in the Smillie family! Condolences to his boys with whom he was very close to!
Now at peace and with his beloved Mary Lou, he rests with his parents and brother Bernard! Spread kindness, because Jim was the epitome of a Kind Hearted Man that everyone loved! RIP.
Susan Mara Carlesso.
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Hardy Steinke posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Dear Jim, we are sad about your passing and will always miss you and love you. You have left a neighbourly vibe of goodness and generosity which we intention to carry forward in words and actions of kindness and love. God rest your soul and watch over all your loved ones, especially Chris.
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Michael, Becky, Carter and Declan Kopysh planted a tree in memory of Jim Smillie
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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Fondly remembering Uncle Jim (Great Uncle Jim) with all of our love.
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Carolyn D'Orazio planted a tree in memory of Jim Smillie
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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I didn't know him long, but what I did know is that he was a good, kind, loving person and a wonderful father and neighbour who will be sorely missed!
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David Rogerson posted a condolence
Monday, January 18, 2021
Oh my, it’s been a long time, memories of Hamilton Huskies days are plentiful! We’ll never forget that wit Mr Smillie had, my sincere condolences. May our loving Father be with you always.
David Rogerson
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Rob Smillie uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 18, 2021
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Mike & Elaine Coughlin posted a condolence
Monday, January 18, 2021
Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss. Many happy fun- filled memories had.
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Dwight Crump posted a condolence
Monday, January 18, 2021
Hey Jimmie
We first met when I was just a teenager helping Pops do a job at your place. From then on we would make fun of each other every time we met. You and Mary Lou always treated me good with those unforgettable big smiles! You now have time to catch up with Mary Lou, all of your relatives and friends including Pops! You and Pops were giving each other jabs constantly...he loved it! Thanks a lot for being a part of my life. I hope you are pain free, every day is sunny with a gentle breeze and full of knee slapper and belly buster laughs! You have a great smile Jimmie.
Dwight Crump
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Cara Contardi posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
I met Jim, Mary lou and Chris when I worked at Denningers. 4 years later I started work at Millen Road Animal Hospital and low and behold Jim walked in the door with his cat exclaiming "There you are! You went from sausages to hot dogs! Ha!" A happy day! One day at Millen Jim was reading my poster for my wildlife center Urban Wildlife Care. He read my name out loud...several times. Contardi...then looked at me and asked " Is your dad Joe????" I said yes..he said..stunned.."Joe from the Teamsters?????" I said yes. He said " oh my God all this time and I had no clue! I used to go to the Teamsters Hall after work with Gillies Guy and have a drink with him and my buddy all the time!" I brought my dad 87 at the time to Mary Lous memorial and the reunion was beautiful. Dad passed shortly after. Jim thanked me for bringing him. I'd like to think they are sitting together having a drink. Hugs to you Chris, both of your parents are watching over you now. You were blessed to have such loving parents and their love continues in you. Hugs and Condolences to the rest of your family and friends. Cara Contardi
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Lynn Kelleher posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Jim you will be missed so very much by me, Terry and Kirsten as a wonderful neighbour and daily best friend. You were the first person we met upon moving to Edgewater and will be forever remembered and loved.
Lynn, Terry, Kirsten.b6Fn6
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Luann Wall posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Rob so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I never had the opportunity to meet your father but sending you and your family my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Luann Wall (Lori’s sister)
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Eleanor Langley posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Heartfelt condolences to all the family. It is difficult to find words to describe the impact Jim and his family have had on our small neighbourhood enclave over the many years of being neighbours & friends. Jim will be truly missed, not just for his ability to fix anything that broke in the neighbourhood ( he was always our “ go to “ person ) but for his wonderful warm smile & caring personality. He was a gentle soul and we will miss him deeply.
With love to all his family in this time of darkness.
Frank & Eleanor Langley
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Susanne Pittman q4a09 lit a candle
Sunday, January 17, 2021
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Our condolences to Jim's Family . We are so proud to call Jim our good Friend and good Neighbor. We will miss him very much. Susanne and Fred. Stay Strong Chris.
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Barry Kopysh uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 17, 2021
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Eileen Forester posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
My condolences to All - Such a good and kind man. Great neighbor and friend. He will be missed - I will never forget Mary Lou and Jim. The world needs more people like the two of them. Hugs to all - RIP Jim.
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Julia Smillie uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 17, 2021
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Papa you will be truly missed by all of us! You fought a hard battle of cancer. You stayed as strong as you could! I'm going to miss our conversations on the phone, going to your house and just seeing your smiling happy face. You were a great man and an amazing papa to me and your great grand daughters. Your legacy will remain in all of us. We will proudly speak of you as we did with nana. Love you forever and always ❤
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The family of Jim Smillie uploaded a photo
Saturday, January 16, 2021
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