Cecil Bramwell Smith
April 9, 1946 to April 8, 2022
Obituary
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Passed peacefully away, one day short of his 76th birthday, Cecil Bramwell Smith. Predeceased by his father Maxwell. Leaving to mourn his mother Jane, siblings Dulcie Soper (Fred), Max (Rose), Linda Williams, Roy (Joan), Gary (Debbie), Clyde (Gloria). Nephews and nieces. Special friend Dwight Peckford and a huge circle of friends at Lanes retirement living and Vera Perlin. Our family would like to express our appreciation and love for the people at Lanes Retirement Living for the care they gave to Cecil and Mom. You went “above and beyond”!
Cecil received a traumatic brain injury at birth that left him handicapped for life. His speech was difficult to understand until you were around him for a while but if you were joking around with him, then having him call you an “arsehole” or telling you he was going to “kick you in the hole” was as plain as day and was always followed by a huge laugh. In 76 years Cecil never once cared what you would think if he felt the urge to dance. He never learned music, but he would take up a guitar and play it (badly) with the same gusto as any rock star (and he received more standing ovations than most for doing so). Cecil was special and never had any hidden agendas for personal gain in his mind when he met people. He wanted to have fun, give you a high 5 and always left you smiling. He loved bowling and his friends at Vera Perlin and his new friends at Lanes Retirement Living. To them he was the life of the party and always a star!!! Cecil could not speak well verbally but his attitude and his actions spoke volumes and affected lives around him. Cecil carried the label of “special” and “handicapped” but he leaves us wondering if maybe the rest of us are the ones that are impaired and perhaps we should all try and live a little more like Cecil did…. Dance when you feel like it and laugh and love genuinely. We love you Cecil…. we miss you already…. Happy Birthday
Cecil will be resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 1-9 p.m. Monday April 11th and Tuesday, April 12th.
Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, April 13th, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel. With internment next to our Dad at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. For those unable to attend the service it can be viewed by following the link at the top of the obituary on the Carnell website.
No flowers by request, donations in Cecil’s memory may be made to the Vera Perlin Society via this link https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-vera-perlin-charitable-foundation-inc/?utm_expid=.Zw6wDABWRgyB0oPClDzoRg.0&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.canadahelps.org%2Fen%2Fexplore%2Fcharities%2F%3Fq%3Dvera%2Bperlin.
To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com.
Schedule
Visitations
1-9 p.m. on April 11, 2022
1-9 p.m. on April 12, 2022
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Wednesday April 13th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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My name is Kimberley Kreiiger
and I knew Cecil from Special olympics bowling he was a pleasure to know all these years.My Dad who had passed on in 2014 of als before my dad had als Dad use to coach Cecil and the rest of us athletes n track and field and bowling..My blessing to you Cecil i will always remember you dearly.
From your friend Kimberley Dawn Kreiger former special oympian from athletics and bowling with Cecil in the past.I will always remember you cecil.May God Bless you dearly.
Jane and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Rest In Peace Cecil.
I met Cecil through the Vera Perlin society many years ago he was the life of the party and we use to bowl together and Mrs Smith my deepest condolences go out to you and your family at this difficult time rest in peace Cecil until we meet again
Mrs. Smith and family,
I’m so sorry to hear about Cecils passing. I had the pleasure of knowing Cecil through Vera Perlin and he was the sweetest.
You are all in my Thoughts and Prayers
Sincere sympathy to Cecil’s mom and family .
God Bless .
What a Beautiful service and tribute to Cecil.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wynne-Anne Anthony Amanda and Patrick
So sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. We have wonderful memories of his visiting us and the many great laughs that we had, especially with mom (Mrs. Edith Hynes).
Rest in Peace Cecil.
Lillian and Douglas Stone
So sorry to hear that Cecil has passed. Please accept our sincere condolences.
To Aunt Jane and Family
You have our deepest sympathy, Cecil will be certainly missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Blessings,
Dion, Charmaine, Colby & Arianna Osmond.
Uncle Cecil,
You will be incredibly missed. You were such a bright light in the family. Whenever I came to Newfoundland or FaceTimed, you always made me smile. Nan, I’m so so sorry for your loss. We love you and are sending all our love and prayers.
Rachel, Ben & Ember Hofer
To Mrs. Smith, Dulcie, Linda & Families
We were saddened to hear of Cecils’ passing. Cecil was a special blessing to his family and all of us who had the privilege of knowing. him.. He lived a joyful life because of the love and care he received from his Mom and family, always a smile when you met him.. There is a void in your lives now but you have the hope of reuniting again hold on to all the sweet memories until that day. Be assured of our love and prayers at this difficult time. ❤️🙏
Humphrey & Maggie
Dear Jane and family ,my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time, I was one of Cecils workers with Compassion Home care, Cecil was a pleasure to work with and his Mom sure took great care of him. Cecil loved life , there wasnt anything he couldnt do, he will surely be missed by all those that knew and loved him. Rest in peace sweet Cecil
Our deepest condolences to Aunt Jane & Family, extended family and friends. Thinking of you all today with a heavy heart.
We may be blessed in life with a person that has that sparkle and joyous presence in which leaves forever lasting memories and so much love.
Cecil was certainly that person for me and so many others. I will hold those precious memories near and dear to my heart today & always. Xox
Love,
Lorraine Smith-Leblanc & Family
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our Uncle Cecil. Nanny Smith, we love you and miss you so very much , and we are praying that God’s strength and peace would carry you through this difficult time . Mom please give her a big hug for us . We wish we could be there with you as you honor Cecils life . It’s so hard to be far away while our family is going through this but our hearts are with you all .
I keep imagining Cecil dancing , singing and of course playing guitar up in heaven while Poppy plays the accordian ….and I can’t help but smile .
Rest in peace Uncle Cecil.
Love Susie, Brad , Emily , Rachel and Abby in
Ontario
I am so sorry for ur loss of your son Cecil was a very good friend and he will be miss at empower when he went there Cecil always had a smile on he’s face a happy go person my condolences to the family from Suzanne petten rip cecil
Aunt Jane and Family,
So sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Our sincere condolences to you and all your family… 🙏❤️
Robert and Gloria Smith
Sincere condolences to Mrs. Smith and all of the Smith family.. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Cecil,
You were always such a bright light in our lives. I have very fond memories that feel like only yesterday of me as a young kid walking through Nans back door and you, with your best knit sweater on standing in the hallway ready to give me a big bear hug and excited to show me the new metal you just won or tell me about bowling. I can just picture you now and how you’d show me all your moves as u pretend to throw the bowling ball down the hall and then celebrate with your fists in the air yelling then followed by an air kick! (I’m laughing to myself while I write this) I’m so happy I have these memories! As we grew up, every time I would call Nan she would answer in the kitchen and you would pick up in the living room by pops chair. And say “Hi Nicole” I can still hear you now, telling me all about your day., then nan would tell you to hang up haha
You loved us immensely and always made sure to tell us that. I’ll always have you in my memories and in my heart forever! I know Gord and Brad feel the exact same way.
I don’t want to make this a sad thing, so I’m going to leave off with saying this.
Cecil, as you move on to your afterlife in heaven, There is no doubt in my mind that you are happy up there with poppy.
I also know you are still around us and will always be watching over us, cheering for us ; and dancing with us.
We love you to the moon and back!
Mrs Smith and Family.
Meeting Cecil while working with Compassion Care was such a joy, Cecil was such a beautiful soul, very independent and very compassionate to not only myself but the other caregivers. Cecil dearly loved his Mother, Sisters and Brothers.From the very moment I met Jane and Cecil I knew their home would be a beautiful place to work, the Children of Jane were so kind to me and I’m sure to the other workers as well, the time came when Jane and Cecil would move and I moved on but never never forgot either one, Covid came so I couldn’t visit . God be with you all , love to your Mom and just know you are so blessed to have been born into love. Violet linehan.
Dulcie and Fred
And the Smith family
Sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing.
Please be assured our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty (Spracklin) and Malrey Foote
My sincere condolences to all of the family on Cecil’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My memories of Cecil, although from long ago, are still fresh in my mind. I’m so glad that he enjoyed his time spent with all around him. Thinking of you all during your time of sorrow. God bless.
Mrs. Smith and family: We extend to all of you our sincere sympathy on Cecil’s passing. May you find comfort in all of your cherished memories of him, and of all the wonderful times you spent together as a family. Praying especially for you Jane that the peace of God will surround you now and throughout the difficult days ahead.
Boyd and Ethel Richards (Milley)
Mrs. Smith and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Cecils’ passing. He touched so many lives and we have many cherished memories. As neighbours who lived across the street we always marvelled at his patience waiting for the garbage truck to pass by so he could pick up everyone’s net and return them. He would come across the street and help Bill clean his car. Cecil was in charge of the hose and did a great job although there was this one time when he missed the car and Bill got the water full force and they high fives each other. They would always have a laugh about him getting soaked. We pray that your cherished memories of Cecil will be a source of comfort and peace for you as time goes by.
Sincerely
Bill and Linda Moulton
Mrs. Smith and family,
Sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing. I didn’t know Cecil but I heard many times of how special he was. Mrs. Smith I saw you so many times at Sobeys or just sitting in your car waiting for your boy to finish his day at school. That was very special.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jane and family,
I was saddened to read of Cecil’s passing. I recall many of the stories you would share with me. He certainly enjoyed life to the fullest. I pray your cherished memories will warm you hearts in the days ahead. God Bless
Mrs. Smith, Dulcie & families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
You were blessed with a wonderful son and brother, Cecil was blessed with an amazing family. May God’s Grace bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Jane and family,
Sorry to hear about Cecil’s passing. We remember the many fun times we spent with him , camping , meals together and watching hockey games. We will miss him
Jane and Family:
Cecil was a great man. He loved God and we could see it when the music was played and he would raise his hands to Heaven and close his eyes and worship God. He made a great impression on me for which I am thankful. May God Bless your family. Jane, and give you all the comfort and peace that only God can give at this difficult time. Laura
To Aunt Jane And Family!! Words Cannot Describe How Deeply Saddened We We’re To Hear Of Cecil’s Passing!! He Was A Friend To Everyone He Met!! We Will Always Remember Him For His Loving Smile!! He Loved To Dance So We Know He Is Dancing With The Angels Now!! We Love You All And Our Hearts Are Heavy! Rest Easy Cecil, We Love You!! Sending Love, Hugs And Prayers!! Aunt Lydia And Family!!
Mrs. Smith & Family,
It has been many years since I saw Cecil. If memory serves me correctly, one of the last times was in the driveway of your home on Topsail Road. I was bringing something to friends of Mom & Dad who lived next door to you when I saw Cec in your driveway. I could not pass up the chance to go over and chat with both of you. I got one of those special hugs. Cec was always happy…….something I remember from our childhood living on Blatch Ave. He was very well cared for and loved. I offer my deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time. God’s Blessing! Therese Kelly
Mrs.Smith & all family so sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing I spent lots of time with Cecil years ago even attended Clyde’s wedding and yes he danced also many lunches at Burger King. Sorry I lost touch in recent years when I moved to Halifax but I never forgot the kindness that the family showed me. Cecil will always be a beautiful memory of a beautiful person. Hope you memories will help you all through this difficult time. God Bless .
Sincere condolences to all of Cecil’s family. I remember Cecil when he lived on my street. Every Thursday he would go all around the street putting the garbage nets on people’s steps after the garbage truck had passed. It was much appreciated by everyone. May you precious memories bring you peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead/ Rest in Peace Cecil.
Aunt Jane and Family
I was so sorry to hear about Cecil. He was a joy and loved life. He was truly a rare soul, a true angel on earth.
Mrs. Smith, Clyde and family. Our deepest condolences on the passing of Cecil. I remember Cecil vaguely when I hung out with Clyde many moons ago when they lived on Blatch Avenue haven’t seen Clyde since but I have seen Cecil and his mom at Vera Perlin over the last couple of years as my husband drives some clients. He thought the world of Cecil and your mom she is a very sweet lady. Keep your memories close to your heart and may he fly high with the angels. RIP
To Jane and Cecil’s family my deepest sympathy to you all
on the death of Cecil. He will be missed by all residents,
staff and and visitors. He enjoyed life to the fullest.
He was fortunate to have such caring family. The afternoon we read poetry and listen to music that Cecil loved.. May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers
are with you all. Andrea Crosbie
Mrs. Smith So sorry to hear about Cecil. He was a good buddy at bowling. You will certainly him. RIP Cecil. .Michael Power and his sister Ruth Foster
our deepest condolences to Mrs. Smith and her family.
Dear Jane.
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. I will always have fond memories of Cecil, even if it was only a short time that I got to know you both. Cecil is certainly the nicest person i have ever met, and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute we spent together, and every song he played for me on his guitar. My best to you Jane.
So sad to read about Cecil’s passing.My condolences to Jane and family..Cecil was a funny guy and he loved to see me drop by when in town.Love to visit again some time
Mrs Smith and the family
Sorry to hear of Cecil’s passing
May you find comfort in the many pleasant memories that you all have of him.
Our prayers are with you. God Bless
Ray and Joyce ANDREWS
Sorry to hear about Cecil he was a great guy God love him and may he rest in peace.
Sincere condolences to Mrs. Smith and all of the Smith family. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Rest In Peace Cecil…
Aunt Jane & Family
Aunt Jane & Family;
We are only now hearing of this sad news, Cecil was dearly loved by all who knew him, he was always there to kick up his heals & laugh doing what ever he could to put a smile on your face, which seemed to add to his happiness making others smile. We are also sorry but due to Mom’s health we can not be with you all during this time, but know you are in our prayers & our hearts are with you all.
I remember Cecil very well from my time growing up on Blatch Ave in the early 70’s. He was a few years older than I was but he was always there for a game of catch. From time to time he would even look out for me if he thought I needed help. I remember those years very fondly. Thinking of Cecil’s Mom and the entire Smith family at this very difficult time.. RIP Cecil
Gary,Debbie & family
I was so saddened to hear of dear Cecils’ passing. Though it’s been many years I will always remember his big smiles and abundance of love and laughter for all. May your happy memories of him keep you all strong during this very difficult time
Cathy Holwell
Cecil always put a smile on my face and will continue to do so whenever I think of him. He touched so many hearts and opened so many minds. Someone so special will never be forgotten. I’ll miss you dearly my buddy and I’ll make sure your mom is taken care of! Dear sweet Jane and family … my heart is heavy today, and I know yours is too! ❤️
“You may be gone from sight but you are never gone from my heart”
To Mrs. Smith and family. We are saddened to hear of Cecil’s passing. Please know that you’re in our prayers and thoughts as you go through this difficult time. God Bless you each one.
My sincerest and deepest condolences to the Smith family. Cecil was certainly a wonderful man with a delightful spirit and brought a smile to my face any time I was in his company. You will be deeply missed by all who knew you. Fly high with the angels my love. ❤️
My heart is broken as I recently received news that this special Angel has passed ❤️ Soar high with the Angels Cecil! You truly were the best of the best and my life was touched for the better knowing you. You were the definition of purity, innocence and unconditional love. Rest In Peace my darling. Now you can dance and enjoy all the music. My condolences to sweet Jane and all the family. May all your beautiful memories of Cecil keep you smiling and guide you through difficult days that may lay ahead …Rest easy Sweet Cecil xo I will never forget you
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.I knew Cecil and his Mom from the Vera Perlin Centre. .
Pat & Rose Ralph
I cared for cecil and his mom for almost a year at Lanes, and to say he left a profound impact on my life would be an understatement. To his infectious smile, laughs and the biggest hugs, he made the world a much better place ❤️ You will forever be loved and missed, rest easy bud! happy heavenly birthday xoxo
Sending my deepest condolences to Jane “mom” as i would call her, to his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!