What was intended to be a cause for celebration instead turned into a fatal tragedy on Saturday.
A ski accident has left a London father dead and his family in need, but a promising fundraiser is looking to spark a light at the end of a tragic tunnel.
Tim Smuck spent his final hours enjoying his birthday on Saturday at Blue Mountain Resort when a tragedy on the slopes claimed the life of the father of two.
Smuck, 39, spent his days working at Toyota Town on Wharncliffe Road. On the dealership’s website, Smuck is listed as a product advisor who refers to himself as “Toyota Tim” because his “last name wasn’t meant for the public.”
Smuck leaves behind two sons, Ace and Lincoln, along with his fiancée Holly Thompson.
Thompson’s best friend, Rhonda Day, told 980 CFPL that Smuck was a loving man who dedicated his time to those around him.
“He volunteered in the community with Dad Club London. That brought him nothing, but fun times and really great joy,” said Day.
“He just loved people and loved helping.”
On Sunday, Day launched a GoFundMe page calling on Londoners to support the late father’s family.
To Day’s surprise, the campaign grew fast and raised more than $30,000 within less than two days of its posting.
“I was just shocked and overwhelmed by the love and support of everyone.”
Donations are still being accepted at the GoFundMe page.
In a message attached to the campaign, Day writes, “Our gentle giant has been taken too early.”
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