A PLAQUE memorialising Seaford tradie Cameron Smith has been installed near the site of his death.
Cameron Smith was killed in an alleged stabbing last year while dining with his girlfriend, Natasha. He was just 26-years-old.
Last week a bench and plaque installed on Station Street in Seaford in tribute to Mr Smith were unveiled. Cameron’s father, Mike Smith, spoke to attendees at the unveiling. He thanked everyone who had been involved in paying tribute to his son.
“This has been a very difficult year and a very emotional day for Cameron’s family, his friends and his workmates,” Mr Smith said. “Cameron was a very talented and gifted young man, but more importantly he was an exceptional human being. Cameron never wanted for himself – he gained much pleasure in helping others.”
Last year police charged a man with murder in relation to Mr Smith’s death.
Carrum MP Sonya Kilkenny said that the local community was stunned when they heard of Mr Smith’s death. “All of us were shocked and saddened, but none of us can possibly imagine the profound sense of grief and loss that Cam’s family and friends have endured over the past year,” she said. “But what I hope is clear to Cam’s father, Mike, mum Michelle, sisters Taylah and Chantelle, and those close to Cam is that our local Seaford community is with you to offer love, support, care and kindness.”
“All of us feel that creating this place has been an important thing to do – a special place for Cam’s family, friends and the community. A special place to remind us to look out for one another and be kind as a community.”
Mr Smith’s co-workers helped to build the tribute to him.