SMITH, Grace Janette - (January 11, 1936 – March 24, 2020) -
Born and raised in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba to Julian and Anne Bilan, Grace lived a full and balanced childhood along her surviving sisters Joyce, Irene and predeceased sister Florence and brother Jimmy.
At the tender age of 24 Grace relocated to Toronto, Ontario whereby throughout her lifetime she exhibited a genuine passion and strong sense of self-respect both personally and professionally.
She endured raising her children while living her own life always with a great sense of dignity and fortitude until her passing. Her favourite past time was to travel with her most appreciated destination being Jerusalem.
Grace is survived by her children Gregory (Joanne), Darryl, Melody (Howie), Velvet and predeceased daughter Tammy.
Grandchildren Crystal, Taylor, Armel and Hailey.
A funeral service will be held on March 29th at Ridley Funeral Home, 3080 Lake Shore Blvd., between Kipling Rd., and Islington Ave., Etobicoke. Visitaiton begins at 2 p.m. Service begins at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada
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