It is with profound sadness but also with cherished memories that we announce the peaceful passing of Jean Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this world on May 19, 2026, at the age of 81.

Jean was born on September 20, 1944, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Charles and Helen (Simmerman) Richardson. She was a beacon of light and joy from the moment she entered this world, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered. With a personality that embraced warmth and kindness, Jean had a knack for making friends everywhere she went, never meeting a stranger, and possessing a laugh and smile that could light up any room. Her love for all things yellow was a reflection of her sunny disposition and positive attitude towards life. Jean faced life's challenges with unwavering courage and never gave up, always finding beauty and joy in the simplest of things.

Jean's heart was as expansive as her family. She married her devoted husband, David Smith, on February 22, 1992, in Ariss, Ontario, embarking on a journey filled with love, companionship, and shared memories. Jean's love for her family was boundless, and she is survived by her loving husband, David; her children, Stephanie (Mark) Wolf, Stephen (Lissette) Reynolds, and Susan (Keith) Bourdin; her step-daughters, Elaine (Albert) Gostick and Sheila (Jason) Barkey; her grandchildren, Ethan (Alexa) Wolf, Emma Wolf, Bryan (Veronica) Brumit, Chase (Denisse) Brumit, Ashley Reynolds, Jordan (Tyler) Grine, Gabriel Reynolds, Sarah Davis, Jacob Baker, Grace Baker, Isabella Bourdin, and Alex Gregory; her sisters-in-law, Sarah Kelland, Monica Hindy, Joan Smith, Joyce Smith and Mabel Smith; numerous nieces and nephews; and four beautiful great-grandchildren.

Jean was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Helen Richardson; her siblings, Judith Finkbone, Marianne Richardson, and Douglas Richardson; her brother-in-law, Paul Finkbone; her father- and mother-in-law, Norman and Lucy Smith; her in-laws, Pete Kelland, Kenneth & Ellen Smith, Winnie & Herb Miller, Vera & Bill Fedorka, Ray Hindy, Harry Smith, George Smith, Jack Smith, and Lloyd & Pat Smith; as well as her special friends, Kathy Minogue and Jimmy Kyniski. Their memories remained close to her heart, and she often spoke of them with love and fondness.

Jean's family extends heartfelt gratitude to all the doctors, nurses, and medical staff who provided exceptional care and support to Jean over the past two decades. Their compassion and dedication were a source of comfort to Jean and her family.

In celebration of Jean's remarkable life, a funeral service will be held at St. Mary's Anglican Church in Heart's Content, Newfoundland, on July 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the St. Mary's Anglican Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a dialysis center near you, in loving memory of Jean.