Mary Smirlies
elevated YBfxC March 17, 1934 – March 12, 2023
elevated YBfxC Visitation
Saturday March 18, 2023 from 11am to 1pm
elevated YBfxC Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated YBfxC Funeral Mass – Chapel of St. Joseph (within the Funeral Home)
Saturday March 18, 2023 at 1:30pm
elevated YBfxC Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
8361 Yonge Street, Thornhill, ON, L3T 2C7
elevated YBfxC Mary Smirlies, loving wife to her beloved Jimmy for 65 wonderful years, our loving mother, and Nana, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023, just before her 89thbirthday. Mary is survived by her husband James (Jimmy) and sons Christopher (Joanne), James (Patricia), John (Janet) and Joseph (Shelley); grandchildren Philip, Stephen, Madeline, Cameron, Justin, Kyla, James, and Victoria; and 7 great-grandchildren. Mary is also survived by her brothers Gerard and John (Alma) and predeceased by their elder brothers James (Margaret) and Joseph. Mary (Mom) was our “superhero”, always being there, never wavering in her consistent unconditional love and support for us all. Now in the loving embrace of her Mammy and Daddy.
Our sincere condolences to the Smirlies and Boyd family for their loss. May she rest in peace.
Dear uncle Jimmy I’m very sorry for the loss of Auntie
Mary and hope Christine and I have a marriage as good and as long as you and auntie Mary had.
Christopher (Joanne), James (Patricia), John (Janet) and Joseph (Shelley); My deepest condolences for the loss of a great mother .
Uncle Gerrard uncle Johnny auntie Alma I love you all and miss everyone of you very much .
I hope to come Saturday to pay my respects to Auntie Mary who I loved very much as well.
God bless everyone including the grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Love Mike and Christine ,Mike, Kristin and Kari Boyd.
Mary was the most wonderful mother-in-law I could ever have asked for. We loved to go to tea rooms, shopping, and just watch tv together. We travelled to her homeland Scotland and walked in her footsteps in which she grew up. I was blessed to travel to so many places with Mary and shared the sights and sounds and experiences in awe. Her Scottish accent was a delight to my ear. When our border collie Skype would hear Mary’s voice, she would prance in excitement! I will cherish the memories, the laughter, the times we spent together. Forever loved 💕and in my heart.
So deeply sorry to hear of this loss. Mary was a lovely, kind lady and I have some wonderful memories with her when I visited Canada with my brother in 2014. So thankful to have spent that time with her and so sorry to all of you for your loss. Sending love to all of the family at this difficult time ❤️
What a wonderful person and Lady, the world is a poorer place now she has gone. I was Genuinely moved at how welcomed and loved you felt when you met her. So sorry to Canadian Family for your loss at this time.
You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
All our Love
Steve&Jo
I had the privilege of knowing Mary and her amazing family during my visits to Canada with my parents when we were always welcomed with open arms and warm hearts. She was the most genuine caring, loving person and she will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Mary. Heaven has got brighter with your presence.
My heartfelt condolences, go to Jim and the whole family together with Mary’s brothers, Gerard and John.
Love from Louise ❤️.
So many wonderful shared memories. You will always be remembered, loved and adored. I miss you Mom … We love you so much!
I’m so grateful for all the time we shared together. I’m so lucky to have had you as my Nana. I’ll miss you and love you forever ❤️