I first volunteered for the Symphony Booksale in 1992 and Kathy was called out of the stacks to train me. I could hear her muttering I hope they don’t put me on cash so was very relieved to see me and show me how to work behind the scenes. This led to a beautiful friendship where we considered each other family and an aunt to the girls. Her stories, smile and laughter, love for life and coffee time on the back deck will be greatly missed.
Forever in our hearts forever loved
Luv Sheila, Veronica, Tara and the Zoo (especially Winston and Geo)
Kathy was a long time volunteer for the SSO Book & Music Sale. She told such interesting stories of the early years of the sale, such as the year the sale was in Wlldwood Mall. As they were going out the front door at the end of the sale, they were already demolishing a part of the back wall of the space they had been in. She was always willing to pitch in to help. Her green car, held together in places by duct tape, will be remembered by all who knew her. We will miss her smile, her laugh, her gentle nature and her generous heart. Rest In Peace Kathy.
From the volunteers of the SSO Book & Music Sale.
I’m so sad to hear of the passing of Kathy. I knew her as the most delightful, kind, generous person through our many years working at PCS! She will be greatly missed.
Marybelle White
We were so saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing...too young, too soon.
We all have so many great memories of Kathy from our years in Eldorado and in Ottawa.
Rest In Peace Kathy.
The Colborne Girls
Judy, Marg, Nancy and Patti
I was very saddened to hear of Kathy’s passing. She is such a part of my childhood memories - I can’t remember not knowing Kathy and her family. She was a generous, cheerful person. As a young girl, she would lend me books to read from her phenomenal book collection. Our dog, Baska and Kathy were mutual admiration fans of each other. Kathy’s infectious smile and nature will be missed.
Kathy was a faithful friend of mine and I will miss her. We spent many hours playing together as children in Eldorado. Over the years we visited or communicated over the phone sharing childhood memories.
Her dedication and love to her family and friends was inspiring for me.
May you Rest in Peace, Kathy.
Sue
North Vancouver
Sincere condolences from the Nowicki family ( ex Eldorado) We were shocked and saddened to hear of Kathys passing. With such a huge response from many of her acquaintances & friends we know that she has touched many lives. Rest in peace,Kathy, with no pain. ~Ken Nowicki
Kathy and I grew up in Eldorado, we were in the same grade all through school and spent many hours studying together. I remember her collection of Barbie dolls and Elvis records - I think she had them all! I have fond memories of Kathy and will miss our email chats.
I worked with Kathy for many years at PCS. She was always so positive and pleasant. She was an employee all supervisors wish they had. She became part of the family.
As one of Kathy's long time Eldorado friends, I was deeply saddened to learn of her sudden passing. She was a wonderful and caring person to all who knew her and will be fondly remembered by all her many friends. We all admired her for her devoted support and care for her parents.
As mentioned in the obituary Kathy was considered a member of many families and the Smith family was one of them. We always appreciate her participation in family events.
I will miss receiving her annual Christmas letters with all her news.
To her family, please accept my sincere condolences.
James David Smith
I first met Kathy when she started grade four at Gilcrest school in Uranium City being bused in from Eldordo. We went from grrade four to grade twelve together. Have a lot of fond memoirs of Kathy over those years. She will be missed.
Brian Hemingson Creston BC
