It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Sharon Smith, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, on Sunday, February 12th, 2017, at Chaleur Regional Hospital at the age of 62.

Born in Bathurst, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Eleanor (Doucet) Melanson.

Sharon loved life and lived it to the fullest. She loved to cook for her family and friends and enjoyed her job as Cafeteria Supervisor at Terry Fox Elementary School. Her greatest joy in life were her grandsons who will miss her tremendously.

She is survived by her husband Gary of 42 years; daughter Kayla (Rene Vienneau) of Bathurst; two grandchildren: Cameron and Samuel her pride and joys and her loving dog Marsha.

Three sisters: Donna White (Bruce) of Big River, Brenda Payne (Rick) of Little River, Joyce Matheson (Alex) of Kitchener, ON and nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 16th, 2017 from 2 to 4  and 7 to 9  at Elhatton's Funeral Home, St. George Street, Bathurst (www.elhatton.com).

Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday  afternoon, February 17, 2017 at 2 pm from Sacred Heart Cathedral, St-Andrew Street, Bathurst.

Donations in memory of Sharon can be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation.  

The Family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. N. Memiche, Dr. D. Godin and Nurses and staff at the Chaleur Regional Hospital for the excellent care she received.