Norman Leslie Smurthwaite

January 14, 1940 — August 20, 2025

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Norman Leslie Smurthwaite

Jan. 14, 1940 - Aug. 20, 2025

Norman passed away at Hospice Simcoe on Aug. 20 at the age of 85, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Milican, Ontario to John Leslie and Georgina May (Cowling) Smurthwaite. He had two brothers, John and Don. They moved to a farm in Innisfil, then later built homes on Sunnybrae Ave.

He married Carolyn Armstrong on Aug 9, 1969 and had three daughters, Brenda (Sean Tanner), Pamela (Matthew McMillan), and Jennifer (Tim Lock).

Norman worked for the town of Innisfil until retirement and was a long time volunteer fireman for Innisfil .

Norman will be missed by his loved ones and many grandchildren: Daniel, Davey, Riley, Keely, Molly, Dougal and Joshuwon.

He was a member of St. Paul’s and St. Peter’s Anglican churches and will be remembered fondly by his parish family. Norman was a dear friend and relative to many.

A celebration of life will be held at the Stroud Curling Club on Sunday August 31 from 2 to 4 pm

Our deepest thanks to the RVH Respiratory Unit nurses and the staff and volunteers at Hospice Simcoe for his amazing care over the past few weeks. Thanks also to his Doctors and Pastors for their support and care over the years.

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