In Celebration of

Lorie Marie Smyth (Nee Gillespie)

January 2, 1962 - February 4, 2021

Lorie passed Thursday morning peacefully surrounded by her loving family after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. She will be profoundly missed by her husband John, stepdaughter Jolene, her adoring sister Lynn and husband Tom, brother Michael and wife Toni, niece Carly (Michel) nephew Cory (Amanda), as well as a multitude of family members from the Smyth, Brownson families, cousins, family friends, and colleagues.

All that knew Lorie loved her companionship, her generosity, her love of life, and her love to dance. She was a humble person who put family, friends, and colleagues before herself, right until the very end of her life.
Lorie’s hard work ethic enabled her to travel and accomplish many goals. She always taught family love, respect, and honor. One of her most favorite things was our large family gatherings and having everyone together: nothing made her happier than being surrounded by her family and friends. Her unconditional love was felt by all.

The person she chose to be, and the way she lived her life has guaranteed that Heaven has gained another angel, and if we know our beloved Lorie, they are having one heck of a wild party. So many family members and friends who have predeceased her are now whooping it up in Heaven, with her and her Mom and Dad.
Here on earth, we will struggle with the unbelievable loss and the inexpressible void we feel in our hearts. We know that she will be with us through our lives here, and one day, with the good grace of God, we will once again be reunited with Lorie.

We love you Lorie, and our hearts ache with this loss. Please give our love to all in Heaven and know that we miss you all already. You will never be forgotten, and we promise that your legacy will live on for generations to come.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all those who touched Lorie’s life and tried to help ease her pain and suffering. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be a small visitation with immediate family only. A celebration of Lorie’s life will be held sometime in the future when conditions allow.

Guestbook

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Brian Britton (Friend)

Entered February 6, 2021 from Brampton

What a lovely person Lorie was. Always brought a smile to everyone. It was because of her beautiful smile. My condolences to her family.

allan hobbs (Friend)

Entered February 7, 2021 from TORONTO

Dear Lorie - you were the sunshine that lit up every room you entered, and everyone's life you were a part of.
I will miss those warm and beautiful rays of light, and smile when I think of you.
My deepest condolences. Love to all Allan

Mike and Paula Kelley (Family friend)

Entered February 7, 2021 from Barrie

Please accept our concondolences on your loss. I have many fond memories of her as a child growing up. Thinking of you all at this time.

Yvonne Gibson (Friend)

Entered February 7, 2021 from Pickering

John -

So sorry for your loss.

A bright (and sassy) force has left us. I will always remember Lorie for her dry wit, her no BS manner and the way she always made you feel that you were a especially close friend no matter how long it had been since you last saw each other. She was an especially good one and a big part of our Urban family.

We’ll be sure to raise a glass of wine and then some in honour of Lorie at our next Urban reunion.

Dianne and Mike Haase (Friend)

Entered February 7, 2021 from Wasaga Beach Ontario

We have gotten to know Lori over the last 4 years. She was without a doubt a genuine lovely person. We feel so privileged to have met her and enjoyed a chat, a cup or glass of joy with her. Always with grace and poise as she dealt with her illness. God truly has an angel in heaven.