Barbara Ann Smith
In the presence of her loving family Barbara passed away in her 68th year on January 23, 2016 at Matthews House in Alliston. A loving wife of Robert Smith, beloved mother of Michael Burden (Vanessa), and Stephanie Parker (Rob). Loved grandmother of Taylor and Teaghan Parker. In view of Barb's wishes cremation has taken place. We would like to thank Dr. Kogan for her amazing care and compassion and also to Matthews House for their support and care to Barb and our family. If desired donations may be made to Matthews House Hospice or the Humane Society. www.thomasfuneralhome.ca

You can shed tears that she is gone
Or you can smile because she lived
You can close your eyes and pray that she will come back
Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left

Your heart can be empty because you can't see her
Or you can be full of the love you shared
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday

You can remember her and only that she is gone
Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
Or you can do what she would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on

Love you mom