SMITH, Bernard Wellesley – age 90, of Port Maitland, Yarmouth Co., N.S. passed away peacefully on May 29, 2017 at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Born on April 15, 1927 in Port Maitland he was a son to the late Ira and Laura (Spinney) Smith. Bernard was a member of the Bay View United Baptist Church and the Odd Fellows Lodge in Port Maitland. The Ocean was his passion for 73 years. From hand lining, to dragging, to lobster fishing; on fine days you knew where he would be. Farming in his earlier years along with large gardens which he still planted up until this year, was just part of his daily routines. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Mildred (Crosby); daughters, Rosalie (Bill) Harris; Linda (Gene) Hayes; son, Bruce (Gail) Smith; grandchildren, Alex (Kristen), Amanda (Brandon), Meagan (Amin), Amy (Ashley); great grandchildren, Faith, Lukas, and Julie; also survived by sister, Dorothy Ellis. Besides his parents, Bernard was predeceased by a brother, Leland and a sister, Edna Churchill. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sweeny’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Yarmouth. There was no visitation by family request. A funeral service was held Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 2 P.M. from Bay View United Baptist Church, Port Maitland, Rev. Joyce Trask officiated. Interment followed in Port Maitland/Beaver River Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the Bay View United Baptist Church or a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be sent to: sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or you may sign the guestbook on-line at: www.sweenysfuneralhome.net