Passed away suddenly at the Smiths Falls Hospital on Monday, February 2, 2015 at the age of 84. Beloved and devoted husband of the late Elisabeth Mayer (nee Steiger). Cherished father of Margret (Vaughn) Smith and Peter (Elaine) Mayer. Loving grandfather of Stephanie and Erica Smith and great-grandfather of Jack. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Friends are welcome to pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. If desired, the family would appreciate donations to the Canadian Red Cross or the Smiths Falls Hospital Foundation.