Longtime Standardbred racing participant Stewart C. 'Curt' Smith of Burlington, Ont. passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 25 at Joseph Brant Hospital at the age of 92.
Curt served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1954-1959. He was a very ambitious professional starting as a car salesman, progressing to owner of Burlington Datsun. He was an insulation salesman and progressed to starting his own insulation company forming what he called his 'empire' employing 25 people. He also founded Stars/NRG Nightclub and a paintball franchise.
A very successful harness horse owner and breeder for more than 30 years, Curt bred and raced many horses in partnership with his son Bob. His horses El Perfecto, Top Rookie and Rookies Luck, to name a few, were trained by Bill Wellwood, Ben Wallace, Bob Young and Bill Robinson. Curt had many more horses and trainers and enjoyed his time at the track.
Leaving behind his loving wife of 58 years Margaret. Predeceased by his parents Stewart and Ivy "Nanny Goat" Smith, brother Gerald, sister-in-law Betty, brother-in-law Charlie and great grandson Keiran. Beloved father to Bob (Judy), Curtis (Joan), Rod, Susan (Dave) and Greg (Tracy). Brother to Ron (Nancy) and sister Beverley. He will be dearly missed by his 9 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
Please join Standardbred Canada in offering condolences to the family and friends of Curt Smith.
Curt was one of my favourite…
Curt was one of my favourite owners to ever work with. With his son Bob at his side, we had a little luck and a lot of fun.
My condolences to his family.