Obituary of Robert Smith DVM

SMITH, Robert Earl DVM, suddenly on Sunday, September 13, 2009 in his 78th year. Dr. Smith attended Simcoe HS and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College, U of Guelph in 1956. Dr. Smith practiced in Indianapolis, Indiana and in Brantford, Ontario. He was one of the founders and past presidents of the Society of Ontario Veterinarians (1982-1985) and the local Erie Veterinary Association. He was keen about current events and served on Brantford City Council for Ward Five, 1992-1994. Beloved husband of Shelia and the loved father of Kim (Kathleen), Scott (Cindy), Stacey (Don Vannatter), and Erin (Eric Urban). Cherished Grampa Farm of Brendon Smith, Kate, Sarah, Rebecca and Jacqueline Urban, Emma and Nicolas Smith, Cassia, Quinlan and Coleton Vannatter. Robert is also survived by his brother, Laurence and sister Sylvia (Gerry Austin) and many other nieces, nephews and relatives. Friends will be received at THOMPSON-MOTT FUNERAL HOME in Waterford on Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. To be followed by a private family service at a later date. Donations to the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital or to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Robert loved his family, profession, comunity and life. We will miss him.