Stephen "Smitty" Smith

Stephen “Smitty” Smith, 63, of Pittsfield, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, July 4, 2024, with his beloved dog, Gypsy, by his side. Born in Albany, NY, on January 15, 1961, the son of Mary McLaury Smith and the late Donald W. Smith, he grew up in Voorheesville, NY, and graduated from Voorheesville High School with the class of 1979. He later, in 1983, earned his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Ever since he was young, whether on the basketball court in high school, working in his father’s garage, or custom painting cars with his friends, Smitty consistently strove for perfection, always having a blast while doing so. Stephen’s work ethic was especially apparent as he, following in his father’s footsteps, began work at General Electric in Pittsfield. He traveled extensively for work (around the country and overseas), always bringing back gifts and numerous tales of his adventures. Stephen took great pride in his profession and received many accolades and awards from General Electric, Martin Marietta, Lockheed Martin, and General Dynamics. Over the 40 years he dedicated there, not only did Smitty’s career expand immensely, but he also made many close friends with whom he often went out with after work. Smitty loved being on the lake, in his garage, and at gatherings at his home. Among many things, he was a boater, snowmobiler, car mechanic wizard (like his dad), and stereo equipment/ music connoisseur. Besides his mother, Mary Smith, Stephen is survived by his sister, Jeannine Brearton (Arthur), of Denver, NC, his best pal and sidekick, his mini-Australian Shepard, Gypsy Skye, and his life partner of 18 years, Virginia “Ginger” Roach, of Pittsfield, MA. Smitty was the kind of man that everybody loved being around. While he will be sorely missed, his friends and family find comfort knowing that his 63 years of life were lived to the fullest. Funeral Notice: A celebration of Stephen’s life will be Friday, July 26, 2024, from 2pm to 6pm at the Berkshire Hills Country Club, 500 Benedict Rd, Pittsfield MA 01201. For those who have photos to be shared at the celebration, please contact Dwyer Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be made to the Berkshire Humane Society, 214 Barker Rd, Pittsfield MA 01201.

Stephen "Smitty" Smith

January 15, 1961 - July 4, 2024