May 9th 1944 – April 3rd 2025
Mary passed away peacefully in her 81st year on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, after a long illness. She is lovingly remembered by her sister, Margaret Rumble of King City, and her nieces, Janet, Susan, and Karen. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Sadie Smythe, her brother-in-law, Ross, and her nephew, David. She will be missed by many cousins and friends.
Mary was known for her caring and generous nature, always taking a genuine interest in everyone she met. She dedicated 32 years of her career to the US Consulate and, following an early retirement, devoted many years to volunteering with Hospice of Peel and St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Brampton.
In her final years, Mary resided at Maple Grove Care Community, where she cherished the company of those around her, enjoyed visits from family and friends, and spent time in the garden. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the team at Maple Grove for their unwavering dedication to Mary’s care over the years.
A memorial mass will be held in St. Patrick’s Church, 11873 The Gore Road, Brampton, on Friday, April 11th, 2025, at 10 am. A reception will follow at Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street South (Hwy. 50) Bolton (905-857-2213). A private burial will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to Bethell Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 75, Inglewood L7C 3L6 (www.foundation.bethellhospice.org). Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Margaret Sant
Very sorry Margaret and family of your loss. Mary was always a very pleasant person. I remember her in school. She will be missed by all who knew her . Rest in peace.
Bernadette Bailey
Margaret and family we are very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers RIP Mary!
Bernadette Bailey and family
Murray Stewart
Dear Margaret & Family
It was a shock to learn of Mary’s Passing. Ours was a long friendship ,not only as Bolton community acquaintances ,but as commuters to downtown offices. It was a pleasure to have Mary’s company on numerous occasions when she was at the US Consulate, and I was at Young and St. Claire. Mary always asked about Marnie and the kids and I learned about you Margaret and your girls. Then from her home at Maple Grove she would arrange to meet me at her favorite Fish & Chip Shop. Just a few weeks ago we had talked about doing that again this spring . A warm ,friendly person ,always interested in others and who never complained about her own situation.
May Mary now rest in peace and may your memories be treasured .My sincere condolences.
Murray Stewart
Kate Stokes
Dear Smythe family,
My heart goes out to all of you during this very sad time. I’ve known Mary for a long time and found to her be a
very sweet and kind lady to talk to. Every time I would travel to Bolton, I would take note of Smythe home which was close to the intersection of Hwy 50 and Mayfield Rd. When the house was moved, I was sad that this landmark home was removed to another area but at least still in tact. The Smythe family is one of our landmark families that was part of our Wildfield family. Mary was a sweet lady and I will have fond memories of her. Fly high sweet Angle Lady.
Kate Stokes (O’Donnell)
Patrick Cassin
Saddened to hear about Mary. A friend of our family for many years.
Sincere condolences to the family.
Pat and Lucie Cassin and family
Elaine Woods
So very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I worked with Mary at the United States Consulate and we shared many a good laugh. I always was amazed at how far she travelled each day to come to work.
In October of 1981 Mary typed several jellied salad recipes for me, signing the sheet, Happy Thanksgiving, Smythe. I still have those recipes.
She had a kind heart and you her family will miss her dearly.
Rest in peace Mary.
Elaine Woods
fred julian
To Mary Anne’s family, so sorry to hear of her passing, please accept my condolences [ I bought Ross”s truck] David Julian
Terry Zaum
I am very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing.
We worked together at the U S Consulate
For many years. I am sorry I was out of the country and could not attend her
Funeral. I am happy that I was able to visit
Her and had her over at my place to have
Lunch one day with her co-workers from
The Consulate.
Her family will miss her very much.
Rest in Peace Mary.