Obituary of Peter Haden Smith

Passed away at Peterborough Regional Health Centre on Saturday, June 29, 2019. Peter will always be loved and missed by his wife of 45 years Sue, daughters Rachel Conlin (Tim) and Judith Lean (Cecil), grandchildren Nicole (David), Tamara (Matt), Jennifer (Corey) and April (Chris), and great grandchildren McKenna, Casey, Carly, Isla, Charlene, Rosie, Brady and Cole. Peter started his working career with the Royal Navy, then as a police office with the Lancashire Constabulary, before immigrating to Canada and joining the Metro Toronto Police Force. He then went on to do security at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. He also became a proud Canadian citizen. Peter was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 381 in Apsley, and loved playing darts there. He attended and helped at as many events as he could and he will be missed by his Legion family. Arrangements entrusted to The Hendren Funeral Homes, Lakefield Chapel. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Peter's Life will be held at the Apsley Legion on Saturday September 14, 2019 from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 381 or the Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation by visiting www.hendrenfuneralhome.comor by calling 705-652-3355. The family would like to express sincere thanks and gratitude to the staff at PRHC for their care and compassion while Peter was in their care. Sue would also like to thank her siblings Barbara, Connie & Bruce (Alice) for their continuing love and support.