Glen (Desmond) Smith

SMITH, GLEN (Desmond) - After a courageous and valiant fight with cancer, Glen Smith passed away peacefully at his home with his dear friends and family on Monday June 7th, 2021 at the age of 64. Left to mourn his passing are his dear wife of 34 years; Sandra Smith (Gladdy), his son Sean, daughter Allyx, son-in-law Jean-Marc Lavallee and grandson Brayden Nickles. Also grieving the loss is his older brother Fordie Smith. In addition to his brother, he is leaving behind several dear cousins. Throughout his illness he was comforted by his best buddy, Nova his dear Chocolate Labrador who sat by his side and watched over him. He was predeceased by his loving parents William and Jane Smith, as well as his step-daughter Katie Lynn Nickles. Glen worked for many years in the petrol chemical industry where he spent his last ten years as the Corporate Director of Procurement for Suncor Canada. Glen was a sports enthusiast and spent much of his time going to live sporting events. He was an avid golfer and curler and a long-time member of the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club. Glen cherished and idolized his many dear friends who were a joy to him each and every day of his life. Throughout the years Glen and Sandy’s lifetime of travels brought them the honor of meeting so many people that have turned into long life friends. The family would like to extend a special “thank you” to their wonderful group of friends for their love and support throughout his illness. There are no words that can express the ongoing acts of love, kindness and support that each and every one contributed. Memorial donations left in memory of Glen made to the Sarnia Humane Society at https://www.sarniahumanesociety.com are appreciated by the family. A celebration gathering in honour of Glen’s life will be held at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club, 500 Errol Road W., Sarnia on Friday, October 22nd between the hours of 3:00 to 7:00 pm. Due to the Covid-19 crisis and the current restrictions masks, social distancing and any additional Sarnia Golf & Curling Club protocols will be mandatory. Arrangements are entrusted to the D. J. Robb Funeral Home & Cremation Centre (102 N. Victoria St, Sarnia, ON, N7T 5W9). Memories and messages of condolence may be sent through www.djrobb.on.ca