Smith, Howard Peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday May 21, 2011 at the St. Catharines General Hospital. In his 75th year, Howard Franklin Smith, beloved husband of Irene Smith (nee Kontos). Cherished father of Jennifer Smith (“Matty” Matthew Scott). Dear brother of William and Russell. Remembered by his nieces, nephews and specially remembered by Pennyanne , Shelley and by his devoted family pets. Predeceased by two sisters Eleanor and Bernice. Howard’s family wish to express their thanks to the staff at I.C.U. for their kind and gentle care. Memorial donations to the Lincoln County Humane Society, 160 Fourth Ave., St. Catharines L2R 6P9 905-682-0767.(and may be made by calling Patrick J. Darte Funeral Chapel 905-685-6584). “Laurel and Hardy have said Good-bye”