Lauren Margaret Smith

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

DEAR MEREDITH, DEAN, JACK AND EXTENDED FAMILY- Please accept our prayers and caring thoughts at this difficult and sad time. We are sincerely sorry about the passing of your beautiful Lauren. Our condolences goes out to all of you. Love, Shelley, Darren and Gwen Keene Niagara Falls, Ontario

Dear Dean, Meredith and Jack; I am so honored to have gotten to know Lauren and your family. She is a special girl that we all hold near and dear to our hearts. Thinking of you during this trying time. Shayna.

Dear Meredith, Dean , Jack and your entire Family. My children played with Meredith and Jill when you were really young. It is with a heavy heart that our deepest condolences are sent to you for your loss of Lauren. I never had the pleasure of meeting her but heard lots of wonderful things from Grandma Cindy. You will be in my prayers that you will someday find peace and remember all the wonderful memories of you Special Angel. Sincerely Martha and my children, Tim and Terri Dagg.

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

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(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

We are heart broken for your loss. Lauren was a beautiful, kind, smart girl, and you are such an amazing, strong, loving family. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our prayers are with you all. - Cleito and Darren from Gerald Crescent.

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Childcan)

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(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

(Donated to Sunshine Foundation of Canada)

Dean, Meredith, and Jack, I heard of your daughter's/sister's passing from Karin. I wanted to let you know that you've been in my thoughts and my heart aches for you all. Sarah Lloyd (Central S.S.) and Family

We were very saddened to hear about the passing of Lauren. May your memories help you through this time of grieving. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

We are very saddened to hear the passing away of your little angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dean, Merideth and Jack in this very sorrowful time. There is a memory I like to share of one winter day, when Lauren was younger. Her and Jack were out on there toboggan, Jack was pulling her around. I happened to be outside, shovelling the laneway out after a good snowfall. I offered to help in there fun and pull the kids around on their sled. I managed to pull Jack around for abit, Lauren being much smaller, was alot easier. I pulled her around for a short time, up and over the neighbors snow mounds on the ends of the driveways. She never said anything at all, just laughed and smiled. Although, she did say one thing..........RUN FASTER!! I remember Dean coming out of the house, I asked if it was okay to pull the kids around, all he said was sure, as long as they don't wear you out. Thanks to Dean and Merideth for that time of enjoyment with your children. She will be missed by all. It is a memory of a wonderful family that I will always cherish. Paul - a Gerald Crescent neighbor

Meredith , Dean and Jack on behalf of my grandmother and myself I would like to express how deeply, deeply sorry we are for the loss of Lauren. I am so greatful that I had the honour of meeting your family. Lauren was the bravest , kindest girl I have ever had the pleasure of caring for. I have kept the owl pin she gave me and will cherish it forever. It will always be my reminder of the radiance and strength she brought to this world. We are praying everyday for all of you and think of you often.

We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of Lauren. Please, accept our deep condolences and may our prayers help comfort you and hasten the journey of her soul to Heaven. Andrew and Lana Belichenko, Gerald Cres. neighbors.

With a sad heart we ask you to please accept our condolences on your loss of young Lauren. It is a tragedy for any parent to lose a child so young. Our prayers are with you now during this Christmas season. Be as brave as Lauren was, for memories never fade.

Words can't describe the sadness we feel for the entire Smith family & their friends at this incredibly difficult time. We want to express our sincere condolences and extend support in any way, at any time. Lauren was a beautiful young lady who never gave up hope, Jack has been the most supportive and strong young man for his family, Dean and Meredith are the best parents any child could ask for. We are so very sorry for your loss.

My sincerest condolences to you and your family Dean. I'm thankful to have had the pleasure of meeting Lauren on a few occasions the last few years. An exceptional young lady! Hugs and prayers are with you all.

There are no words we can say that would or could coherently express our sentiments. Suffice it to say we stand with you and pray for your peace and comfort at this time. God bless you all especially now! but also in years to come...Our Sincerest Condolences.

I am so very sorry for your loss and my heart aches for you and your family. Please know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Catrina.

Our hearts are heavy with the passing of your sweet Lauren. I will always remember her as your precious toddler in her pink cowboy boots! She was a beautiful person and a shining star to all who knew her. Meredith, Dean, Jack and the rest of the family, we wish you all peace to comfort you and courage to help face the days ahead, and may your many loving memories of Lauren keep her forever in your hearts. -Sherry

We are very saddened to hear the passing away of your little angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dean, Merideth and Jack in this very sorrowful time. There is a memory I like to share of one winter day, when Lauren was younger. Her and Jack were out on there toboggan, Jack was pulling her around. I happened to be outside, shovelling the laneway out after a good snowfall. I offered to help in there fun and pull the kids around on their sled. I managed to pull Jack around for abit, Lauren being much smaller, was alot easier. I pulled her around for a short time, up and over the neighbors snow mounds on the ends of the driveways. She never said anything at all, just laughed and smiled. Although, she did say one thing..........RUN FASTER!! I remember Dean coming out of the house, I asked if it was okay to pull the kids around, all he said was sure, as long as they don't wear you out. Thanks to Dean and Merideth for that time of enjoyment with your children. She will be missed by all. It is a memory of a wonderful family that I will always cherish. Paul - a Gerald Crescent neighbor

Meredith, Dean and Jack: Like yours, our hearts are so sadden with hearing the news of Lauren. Keep her in your memories at all times. That won't make the hurt go away right now, but in time it will. You have such special memories of Lauren, I can tell by the pictures on Facebook. Our sympathies go out to all of you and the extended family. Hugs to you all. WE will see you soon. Christine, Craig, Aaron and Nathan - Cousins

I have never met such an wonderful family! No wonder Lauren was so amazing! Our hearts are with you at this very sad time. xoxoxoxo

Meredith, Dean, and Jack: Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time. Lauren is a shining star. With her radiant smile, she brought goodness and light to everyone, and, to every situation. We all hold cherished memories of Lauren close to our hearts, and may your own cherished memories of her bring you comfort in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lyn Thompson

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sincerely, Margaret, Wojtek, Sandra, Claudia adn Sebastian.

I am so sorry for your loss. No child should have to suffer and lose their life at such a young age and it is so unfair for you to lose a daughter and a sister. Lauren always wore a smile when she played in the front yard. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you trudge on through the Christmas season and into the new year. Brenda

It was a privilege to know Lauren. Although I did not have a lot of contact with her in the office, she always had a smile and exuded a quiet confidence. Her presence will be missed at Arthur Ford but not forgotten. Please know that you are all in my prayers at this very special time. My sincere condolences - "Mrs. Smythe"

I was deeply saddened by the news of Lauren's passing. I regret that I will be unable to attend the memorial service on Monday. I have very fond memories of teaching Lauren in grade one. I enjoyed her smile, her giggle, her gently spirit and her love of learning. My heart-felt condolences to Meredith, Dean and Jack, as well as the Watson family at this difficult time. You are in my heart and prayers. -Miss McMichael Lauren's grade one teacher

I was deeply sadden to hear the news of Lauren's passing. May the cherished memories of her bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. - Paola - Gerald Cres neighbour

Prayers for dear Lauren, for the Smith Family and extended family. Our sincerest condolences from the office staff as well as my family.

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Sincerely Emma and family.