Kathleen and family – my deepest sympathy. I only worked for Al for a short time, but a memorable time.
Al made his last haul on January 22, 2018, with Kathleen (his wife of 61 years) and his family by his side. Al was born in Lumsden, Saskatchewan to the late Hugh and Mary Smaill. He grew up in Strathroy, Ontario where his older brother Gordon Smaill (Frances) continues to reside. The greatest love in Al’s life was his family. He was kind, caring, and generous, and enjoyed helping others. Many people have great stories about the way Al touched their lives. Al started out as a carpenter but over his long career he mastered many jobs including furniture refinishing, long haul trucking, and was the owner of roofing, construction, and equipment rental companies. Al was well known and respected for his integrity and the quality of his work. Al was most comfortable behind the wheel of some kind of vehicle or heavy machinery. He was in his ‘happy place’ whenever he was operating a backhoe, snow plow, dump truck, or grader. He also loved going out for coffee and breakfast at his favourite local restaurants. Al would inevitably bump into someone who knew him, and start a quick chat or a conversation with them. Al loved most kinds of animals, but had a special place in his heart for dogs and he carried dog biscuits with him wherever he went. Al loved all dogs and all dogs loved Al. Neighborhood dogs would stop by his house daily for their treat and a scratch behind their ears. Al will be greatly missed by his wife Kathleen (nee McDougall) and his children Nancy, Judy (Chris), Mike (Belle), Karen (Chris), and Barb (Dave). He was the proud grandfather of Dustin (Stephanie), Anthony, Cameron, Brian, Sara (Mitch), Robert (Tealia), David, Mark, Melissa, Jason, Michelle, and great grandfather to Riley and Peytton. He will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, and brothers-in-law, family and friends. The family would like to express their deep appreciation to the caring support workers at CCAC and the nurses who helped take care of Al in his final years. As per Al’s wishes cremation will be held and there will be no funeral. Family and friends are welcome to drop by for a visit.Donations:
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Kathleen and family – my deepest sympathy. I only worked for Al for a short time, but a memorable time.
Kathleen and family Our condolences to you for your loss. Al was a great neighbour. We will remember him fondly. Best wishes Elaine and Marilyn
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Smail’s passing, our sincere condolences to you and your family. Al was a good man and gave us tips to survive the brutal winter weather in Kirkland Lake, you will be missed.
Kathleen and family My condolences on your loss, he was an interesting man and i enjoyed our many conversations. Arie
So very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts go out during these difficult times. John, Pam & Matthew
To Kathleen, Mike, family and friends: please accept my sincere condolences on your loss of Al. Although first sight of him gave the impression of man not to tangle with, he was truly a gentle, Loving and caring person. He was always honest and fair in his dealings with others and would not hesitate to help those in need. I pray that these qualities and the fond memories of Al will help to ease the burden of your Loss. May God comfort and console you at this difficult time. For Al, Eternal rest grant unto him Oh Lord, and may Your Perpetual Light shine on him. God bless.
Kathleen and family, so sad to hear of Al’s passing. May all the wonderful memories you have give you comfort during this difficult time. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathleen & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences to all. You’re in my tho’ts & prayers. God bless. Rest in peace Al. Shirley & the Dorsey Family.
Kathleen and family I am sorry for your loss. I always liked and respected Al. R.I.P. Al
So sorry to hear about your loss of a great man. I enjoyed our visits. Deb (and Vic) Burtschenko
So sorry to hear about Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Arnold and Judy Peters
Mom loved Al and always talked about their trips to southern Ontario. We know she has roped him into drving her somewhere again. Thank you for sharing him with our family. He will always be special to us.
Our deepest condolences to the whole family…Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Condolences on the loss of Al , Kathleen and family may your years together be the strength that gets you through this difficult time. Al was a very kind man and very helpful to his neighbours. Rest in Peace Al.
My sincere condolences to you Kathleen and to your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May all the special memories you shared with Al bring you lasting comfort.
Did not know Mr Smaill well – he was most helpful when I need advise on refinishing furniture. Sad to hear of his passing. My sympathies
Deepest condolences Kathleen and family, will miss Al’s great smile and friendly hello. Thinking of you
Kathleen and family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time . We are so sorry for your loss
So sorry to hear about Al he was always a happy go lucky guy and I remember he always had stories to tell whenever he came for coffee at the house when mom was with Tom. I know he’ll be missed by everyone !!! RIP AL !!! My condolences to u Kathy and family !!!
Depeest condolence from lax and august family
Kathleen and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Al will be greatly missed. He was a very kind and caring person.
Diane Daoust & Daniel Breen (Labyrith Lake Cottagers) We are sorry for your loss Mrs. Smaill. We met AL when he spent years working our roads and hauling road material for the cottages on the QC side. He was a kind man, always happy in his machines and always helpful. We willmiss him and remember him.
Many memories of Al he was the one who put my house up in 1978 very hard worker thinking of you Kathleen sorry for your loss
Im so sorry for your loss. Remember the good times shared with him. Keep his loving memory alive with happy thoughts of a wonderful man.
Mike, Belle and Michelle and to the whole Smaill family, my deepest sympathies.
To the Smaill, my deepest sympathies to you all, my thoughts and prayer are with all of you, again so sorry for your loss.????????????????????
Our sincere condolences to the family of the late Al Smaill. Al was an excellent individual who was always there to lend a helping hand when needed. . Every time we would run into each other we would just chat about anything nothing in particular . He will be surely missed by everyone that worked and knew him . Rip Al . God bless
Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.Federal just won,t be the same. Rob and Nancy Taylor
Our deepest Condolences Kathleen and the Family in the loss of a Special man, he truly will be missed by all who knew and loved him….he certainly was a fighter for life.
Dear Kathleen and family, Thinking of you at this time. We have lots of fond and fun memories of Al, you and family. Rest in Peace dear friend. Love Cathy and Chuck McLaughlin and family.
My sincere condolences Kathy and family My prayers are with you RIP Never forgotten Fran. Louie
So very sorry to hear of ALs passing he will be remembered for his big smile and big heart,he fought so hard to live his normal life for such a long time ,may he R.I.P.,his struggles are over,our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Dear Kathleen and family, Terry and I are so sorry to hear of Al’s passing. He left a beautiful legacy in all of you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Al condolences to you and your family
Kathleen and family so sorry for your loss. I remember the first time I met AL. I had gotten my self stuck in my driveway. Being Al he stopped gave me some advice and helped me get on my way. He spoke his mind and had a heart of gold.
Thinking of you all at this time! May God Bless him and keep him! We will miss him in the neighbourhood……. Sincerely Larocque & Charbonneau Families
Sorry for your great loss. Al always had a smile for me whenever I encountered him and a little chat! Kathleen I am sending you a big hug and hope your great memories help you find peace! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
So sorry for your great loss. Al always had a smile for me when ever I encountered him and a little chat! Kathleen I am sending you a hug and hope you find comfort from your great memories! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Dear Kathy and family so sorry for your loss Al was a very kind man always willing to help anyone,he truly enjoyed himself while working on any machinery.He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Kathleen and Family, so sorry for your loss Al was such a nice person and always happy and very helpful, always giving advice when needed. He will be missed. Joanne and Ray Mallette
Dear Kathleen and family, I am so sorry to hear of Al’s passing.He was such a nice friendly and kind man, with a great sense of humour.He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.My dearest sympathies.
Dear Kathleen and family, I am so sorry for your loss, my sympathy goes out to you.Al was such a friendly and kind man.He will be sorely missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.
Kathleen and family, so sorry for your loss! Such a wonderful write up of him and he will surely be missed. Thoughts and prayers from Englehart. Kirk & Judy( Gray) Archer.
Kathleen and family ,we are so very sorry for your loss, Al was a wonderful person. Lorrie and Robbie Brough and family, Barbara and Clayton McLaughlin and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Al’s passing Kathy and wish to send our sincere condolence to you and your children as we know how much he will be missed, Stay strong and carry on with the wonderful memories he has left for all of you. RIP Al. Gloria and Willie Semple
Kathleen and Family Al was a great man will be missed. Sorry for families loss. My condolences
To Kathleen and Family, I’m so very sorry to hear of Al’s passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Cindy (Whittle) Charette
Our thoughts and prayers are been send to Kathleen and family. Al was such a kind man.He will be missed.
I’m very sorry for your loss. AL was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Kathleen, my thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family in your loss. We have known each other for many years and like many people Al was there for me when I owned my home on Dixon Ave. and gave me much good advice on what or how to do things to keep my home up to par and I always had him do the work for me. He was a very caring and nice man.
Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Dear Kathleen and Children Just reading Al’s Obituary he truly was a fine gentleman , knowing Al , Kathleen, and the family for so many years has been a pleasure, we are so sorry of hearing of his passing .
So sorry for your loss Kathleen and family