It is with the deepest sadness that the family of John "Johnny" Earl Smith of Hillside, Trenton, NS, announces his sudden passing on Thursday August 15, 2024, at his home.

Johnny was born in New Glasgow on March 24, 1962, one of eight children of the late Jack and Marion Smith. Johnny was educated at the Hillside School and worked many jobs over the years in the woods. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Johnny was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Marion; his brothers: Sydney, Ronny, Stephen and Billy. He is survived by his sisters: Hilda Feltmate; Frances (Robin) Alexander; and Cindy (Danny) White; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand nephews.

The family would like to thank Johnny’s neighbours, Hughie and the MacKenzie family, for all their help over the years; Gary Spanks for his great taxi service; and a good friend, Hazel Stedman.

Fergie MacKay will offer words of comfort at a private family graveside service to be held at 1pm on Sunday, August 25, at Hillside Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home.