ASCUTNEY, VT
Stephen M. Smith, 61, a resident of Ascutney and a former longtime resident of Hartland, passed away Thursday morning, October 5, at his daughter's home in Claremont, NH.
He was born May 18, 1956 in Springfield, VT the son of Harold and Ida (Clapper) Smith. He received his schooling in Hartford, VT and attended Hartford High School. He married his longtime companion of thirty years, Debra A. Hart, on July 4, 2017.
Stephen was employed at Lance International in North Hartland for several years until his retirement. He was a member of the New Hampshire National Guard, and Past NH State Inside Guard of the Fraternal Order of the Eagle's in Lebanon and Keene.
He enjoyed country and rock 'n roll music, hunting and fishing, socializing with his many friends. He also enjoyed the annual Hartland Old Home Days. He was fond of motorcycles, especially Harley Davidson's, and greatly enjoyed spending time with his family.
He was predeceased by his parents and one grandson, Ky Belliveau.
Survivors include his wife, Debra A. Smith of Ascutney, one son, Stephen M. Smith, II and his partner, Katie Young of East Corinth, VT, two daughters, Elizabeth Gibson of Claremont, NH and Jennifer Delisle and her partner, Todd Smith, also of Claremont, one sister, Lisa Sweet and her husband, Gary of North Hartland, VT, seven grandchildren, Ryan Delisle, BreAnnah Belliveau, Thomas Smith, Hope Young, Georgia Gray, Lillie Smith and Annabelle Smith, two nieces, Erica and Angela Sweet, two great nephews, Blake and Brock Buccellato, one great niece, Lilli Sweet.
A Celebration of Stephen's life for family and friends will be held Saturday, October 14 beginning at 3:00 PM at the Hartland Recreation Center on Route 12 in Hartland.
Memorial contribution may be made to Bayada Foundation, PO Box 1590, Norwich, VT 05055
The Knight Funeral Home in Windsor assisted with the arrangements.