Surrounded by loved ones, Allen Joseph Smith, aged 67, passed peacefully away at Carbonear Hospital following a brief illness.
Allen, often called “Black Joe” by family and friends, was born and raised in Chance Cove, NL. Though he spent a few years in his early 20’s working away in Toronto and briefly moved his family to Saskatchewan in the early 90’s, he always found his way home; where he could pursue some of his favourite past times like trouting, rabbit hunting and playing in the local dart league. In later years, failing health prevented him from doing many of the things he loved, but he still enjoyed a good game of cards, a coffee with his friends and of course sharing one of his many stories of youthful misadventures. His infectious laughter and sense of humour remained constant ‘til the end.
Predeceased by his parents, Eli & Winifred (Snook) Smith and sisters Audrey and Pearl; Allen is survived by a large and loving family, including his wife Nina (Crann) Smith and his children, Jennifer Russell (Jeremy Brace), Daryl Smith, Cheryl Smith, Darcy Smith and Andrew (Jenny) Smith; his beloved grandchildren, Jenna, Brady, Jillian, Taylor, Kiara, Tara, Brooklyn & Abigail. Also survived by his siblings, Eldred, Eric, Alvina, James, Oscar, Clara, Lillian and Elwood; and his many nieces and nephews with whom he shared a very special bond.
Allen will be resting at the Ascension Anglican Church in Chance Cove with visitation beginning Monday, Sep 5, 2016. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at 2PM with internment to follow at the Chance Cove Anglican Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.
I’m so sorry about the loss of poppy joe. My prayers are with you all at this difficult time. He will always be missed , love you all 😘
To the Smith Family :sorry to hear of your loved ones passing it’s such a sad situation i know it’s not easy to lose a Husband ,dad ,a grandfather a brother and uncle a friend..thinking of you all at this most difficult time praying God will give you strength to get through this sad loss.please take comfort in knowing we care and send love and prayers to you each one Rest in peace Allen our dear friend.God bless the family .
Our deepest and heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family in this very difficult time in the passing of our beloved brother.
sorry for your loss you have good memories he was a fine man thinking of you all
Nina and family,so sorry to of your loss,you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
So sorry and shocked to hear of Allen’s passing. Loretta and I were on our way to visit him with Get Well cards from us, the girls at the store, and some of his friends when we got the sad news. The girls at the store described him as a kind sweet man …. a favorite customer. There are artificial sweeteners but Joe was the real deal…pure sugar. Joe was kind, humorous, and honest and I am well aware of these three traits. He will be missed by our family.