Celebration of Life today for former Corner Brook Civic Centre Manager Willie Smith

    Monday, 17 November 2025 06:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Corner Brook Royals photo taken before yesterday's game. Smith was a strong supporter of youth sports.

    He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years and three children.

    A Celebration of Life will take place this afternoon at the Corner Brook Civic Centre in honour of Willie Smith, who suddenly passed away on Wednesday at the age of 55. The event will get underway at noon.

    Willie spent the last 20 years as General Manager of the Corner Brook Civic Centre. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years and three children.

     

     

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