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Wendy Darlene Hall (née Smith) of Lucknow and formerly of Kincardine, died peacefully, with her family by her side, at the Wingham and District Hospital, Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the age of 75.
Born Sept. 22, 1950, in Kincardine, she was the daughter of the late Norine Bradley and Fred Smith.
Wendy grew up in Tiverton and later attended high school in Kincardine and Walkerton, where her life-long love of baseball began. She played on many local teams — often in her bare feet — bringing a true spitfire spirit to every game. That same passion fuelled her devotion to the Toronto Blue Jays, where “Do Not Disturb” became the rule on game days.
For more than 30 years, Wendy worked for Canada Post, where she was known for her strong work ethic and always going the extra mile for her customers. Sharp with numbers and devoted to her puzzles, she possessed a mind that was both quick and steady.
Family was everything to Wendy. She shared a special bond with her siblings and treasured the time spent with them. Many fond memories were made around the card table, playing Canasta with her sister, Gladys, where laughter, friendly competition, and the comfort of being with family, were constants.
Wendy also loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing brought her great joy and provided some of her happiest moments throughout her life.
She was endlessly proud of her girls — Wanda, Angie, Kerry-Lynn, and Laurie. They were her heart, her pride, and her greatest accomplishment. When her grandchildren came along, she became their biggest fan. No matter the distance or the weather, she was there — cheering loudly, loving fiercely, and showing up in the way only she could.
Wendy will be greatly missed by her daughters, Wanda Hall (Trevor Mazereeuw), Angela (Mike) Wilken, Kerry-Lynn Hall (Sam Snobelen), and Laurie (Steven) Bowers; her grandchildren, Holly, Kyle, Jesse (Kim), Wyatt (Jessie), Addison, Luke (Maggie), Travis, Ryan, and Daysha; and her great-grandchildren, Jude and Parker. She is also survived by her sister, June Lowry.
Predeceased by her siblings, Helen “Anne” Bradley, Kenneth (Joyce) Bradley, Georgina Bradley, Marlene (Jim) Swass, Richard “Bud” Smith, Fred Smith, Margaret Clemett, Lloyd Smith, and Gladys McCallum; and by her partner, Berton Collins, in 1998.
Wendy was loyal, fiery, funny, and deeply caring — a true force to be reckoned with. Her spirit lives on in every ball game, every solved puzzle, every mailbox she once visited, every card game around the table, and every cherished memory she leaves behind.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to Janette Everson for the care and friendship she provided to Wendy over the past several months, and the family is forever grateful to Dr. Henderson and the nursing staff at Wingham and District Hospital for the compassion, kindness, and exceptional care shown to both Wendy and her family. Your support brought great comfort during a very difficult time.
A Come and Go Celebration of Wendy’s Life will be held at the Kincardine Legion, Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 1-4 p.m.
Private interment, Kincardine Cemetery.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation or Huron Shores Hospice would be greatly appreciated; arrangements entrusted to the MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow; www.mackenzieandmccreath.com.
Written ByLiz Dadson is the founder and editor of the Kincardine Record and has been in the news business since 1986.
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