Leona Mary Smith entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord on November 6, 2024, at the age of 99, surrounded by her loving family.

Leona was born in New Bandon, to the late Arthur and Reta (Jagoe) Smith. Her siblings were Harper, Neta, Rhoda, Shirley, Twila, Hales, Arthur, Harry and Betty. She is survived by three sisters-in-law, Dorothy, Melba and Thelma and many nieces and nephews who lovingly cared for her. Leona had many close friends who faithfully visited her and called to chat and tell her of the goings on in the community.

Throughout her ninety-nine years she was a care giver to both young and old. She has rocked many a little one on her ole rocking chair in the old homestead.

“Auntie Ona” thought the world of her nieces and nephews from near and far and kept up with the new photos of them on her iPad.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Chaleur Regional Hospital, and the Foyer Notre Dame de Lourdes, for care during her extended time there.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 from 2 - 4 p.m. at Elhatton Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com), Bathurst. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 11 a.m. from Elhatton Funeral Chapel.