David Smout

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our incredible husband, brother, step-father and uncle, David Malcolm Smout. David passed on December 6th, 2017 at Lion’s Head Hospital, following a lengthy illness at the age of 62.  David was born on May 13, 1955 in Hamilton, Ontario. He was a graduate of John Diefenbaker Secondary School in Hanover, Ontario. After high school, David lived in Toronto for about 15 years and worked at several different jobs, including Harbourfront and The Royal Ontario Museum, before a car accident left him permanently disabled. David was passionate about his Spiritual Beliefs, Camping and Music. While living in Toronto, he was involved with many Folk Festivals and organized some Music Venues and Open Mics on the Bruce Peninsula.  He fell in love with the Bruce Peninsula, specifically Tobermory, where he eventually purchased and restored his home.  He leaves behind his wife Kathy, his brother Michael Smout (Lucy) of St. Thomas, Ontario and sister Patty Carrothers of Sarnia, Ontario. Also survived by step-children Daniel Miller of Warren, Michigan and Katie Lui (Curtis) and Gus of Seattle, Washington, nephews Jason Smout, Darren Aljoe, Daniel Smout, and Devon Aljoe, and his beloved dog, Franklin. Predeceased by his parents Curtis and Mary, and sister Allison Anne. A Celebration of Life to follow at a later date.  Online condolences may be made at www.greybrucecremation.com.