Smith, Elsie Edna

Elsie Edna Smith passed peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Caressant Care Nursing Home in Listowel at the age of 88.

She is survived by and remembered fondly by her children; Sandra (Ray) Beisel, Debbie Kiss (Siggy), Michael (Janice) George.

Elsie will be deeply missed by her grandchildren; Thomas (Melissa) Beisel, Shannon (David) Grist, Brandon Kiss, Adam (Vera) George, Matt (Jehn) George, Ashlynn (Dylan) McLeod, Core (Kelsey) George, and her 16 Great Grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert Smith, as well as her brothers’ Jim, Ken, and Barry and sister, Louella.

Once Elsie retired from the Bennett Health Care Centre in Georgetown, she moved to Meaford where she spent many years before eventually moving from Meaford to Listowel leaving behind many friends.

She loved walking and playing cards, as well as enjoying the occasional trip to the casino.

A private family service will be conducted at Lakeview Cemetery in Meaford.

As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON   N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted.   www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca

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A private family service will be conducted at Lakeview Cemetery in Meaford.

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Memories & Messages of condolence

  1. Lynda and Terry Galbraith
    Wednesday, July 15, 2026

    Terry and l were saddened to her of Elsie’s passing. She liked visitors and loved a little chit chat. When Terry and l dropped into see her, she and Terry talked about the good old days and shared memories. She will be missed. God bless her. Lynda and Terry Galbraith.

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  2. Fran Austin
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    Elsie was a good friend. She definitely loved to play cards. When Elsie left Meaford I had less contact with her except via phone calls. Rest in peace Elsie.

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  3. Cherie Ron
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    To all of Elsies family
    Thought and prayers threw this difficult time
    Had coffee laughs enjoyed her stories and conversations
    God bless all
    Cherie Ron Murray

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  4. Bea Tinney
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    Elsie, Marie (Mariett) and I would go to the Casino had a lot of fun. We also played cards. We lost touchwhen she moved from Meaford. Rest in peace Elsie

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  5. FRAN GALBRAITH
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    With sincere condolences to Sandy ,Debbie and Michael and your families. Elsie was was so proud of all of you. I will miss my chats l had with her. We usually would have a chuckle or two
    RIP my dear cousin.

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  6. Rachael Rowsell
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    We would like to express condolences to the family of our dear friend Elsie She was a warm and caring person that we had the pleasure of knowing here in Meaford. She will be missed by all her friends in Meaford. We will remember the great jokes and playing cards and trips to the casino with her many a times. RIP dear Elsie until we meet again.

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  7. Nancy Riemersma
    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    Elsie was a wonderful friend we enjoyed seeing her and chatting she will be missed our condolences to the family

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  8. Shirley Alpaugh
    Friday, July 17, 2026

    I was very sorry to hear of Elsie’s death. I’m sure she is in a better place surrounded by family & friends. RIP.

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  9. Dan and Darlene White
    Friday, July 17, 2026

    Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
    Elsie was a lovely neighbour who liked to share her baking and her stories of her great wins at the casino. I had many good talks with Elsie and Frank. My she rest in peace

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  10. Dean and Marion Leifso
    Saturday, July 18, 2026

    Sandra, Debbie and Mike, our deepest sympathy on the passing of Aunt Elsie. I always enjoyed her phone calls and seeing her at Hanover. Her memory will always be with us.

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  11. Nancy Willett
    Saturday, August 29, 2026

    Our condolences to Elsie’s family.
    I was sorry to find out of her passing.
    I was her sister in law, Bob’s sister. We had a some great visits over the years, & always enjoyed her phone calls after Bob was gone. A great person, rest in peace dear lady.
    Nancy & Norm Willett & family

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