Smith: Crystal Anne
It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, Crystal Anne Smith On March 3, 2026.
She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Eve Cornell and Mason Dudek; her sisters, Maryanne Smith (James, Pheonix, and Gage) and Melissa Rypstra (Nathan, Ryan, Mark, and Ethan); her brother, Chris Gunn (Terri-Ann, Mackenzie, and Braxton); and her parents, Kathleen and Keith Gibson, and Peter and Barbara Bootsma.
Crystal was someone who left a lasting impression on the people around her. She had a strong, vibrant personality and a spirit that couldn’t be ignored. She was fiery, outgoing, and full of life, with a presence that could light up a room. Crystal was the kind of person who spoke her mind, stood her ground, and lived life in a way that was entirely her own.
At the same time, she had an incredibly big heart. She cared deeply for the people in her life and valued her family and friends. Those who knew her will remember her warmth, her sense of humour, and the passion she brought into her relationships and the moments she shared with others.
Crystal will be remembered for her bold spirit, her strong personality, and the love she had for the people around her. She touched many lives, and her memory will live on through the stories, laughter, and moments shared with those who knew and loved her.
She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all whose lives she was a part of. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made in Crystals name to Julia’s Care Closet, 426 Main Street E, Dunnville, ON N1A 1K5
“She is a hurricane. She is a ray of light. She blooms wild and shines bright. She is a lighting bolt. She is a crisp morning air. She is everything and everywhere”
I’m sorry to hear this ihave known crystal since she was small sad that she left so soon may she rest in peace sending my codolences to family
There are no words big enough for the hole left in my heart. I love you more than I could ever explain, and I don’t know how I’m supposed to move through life without you here.
It doesn’t feel fair that you’re gone. There were so many more memories we should have had, so many more moments we were supposed to share. I would give anything for one more hug, one more conversation, one more chance to tell you how much you mean to me.
I love you forever, Mom. I’ll miss you for the rest of my life.
I dont know how im suppose to let you go – my first and longest best friend.
We were suppose to be grandmother’s together and grow old together – you and me vs the world
I wish I held you longer and tighter our last visit – I want you back I dont want to say good bye. I miss you so much Crystal so very much.
As always I will love you forever and ever and ever and ever
– your big sister xoxo
Crystal you will be sadly missed by so many people. You were always kind, caring and an amazing friend. I will truly miss you and never forget the friendship we had together. We were like family… I will always honor the time I got to share with you and I will always remember and love you. Good bye for now my friend.
Crystal you will be truly missed by many people. You were a very kind and caring person and I’m truly blessed to have had you in my life. We were like family. This is only good bye for now my friend.
I can’t believe you’re gone. You truly showed me what his sister was. Our deep, quiet conversations. Our loud evenings driving your brother crazy. Our random adventures I’ll hold these memories close to my heart and I will miss you more than you know.
So sorry for your loss. And to sister, Melissa, we are thinking of you. Caroline sends her love too.
God Bless.
There’s not a moment I don’t think of you my love you are the love of my life two hearts became one until we met again rest in peace you I’ll love you forever and always wish I could wake up and you would be in my arms i know your in a better place see you one day you were the amazing woman KC