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Jeffrey S Smith

10/12/1949 - 1/24/2018

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Obituary For Jeffrey S Smith

Jeffrey S. Smith, 68 of Swansea, died Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with brain cancer. He was born in New Bedford, graduated from New Bedford High School, and served in the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam era. He lived in Swansea for over 40 years, after living in New Bedford and Mattapoisett, and spending several years stationed in the Aleutian Islands in Alaska and on Nantucket.

Jeff was a voracious reader and book collector who spent countless hours exploring libraries and hunting for treasures in used book stores. He had a passion for music and playing the guitar. His eclectic tastes meant he would listen to anything at least once. He loved playing both his own favorite songs and the favorites of his family members, and was always excited to share what new songs he was working on or jam with other guitarists. He also enjoyed being outdoors, and was an avid hike, gardener, and backyard bocce player.

He spent many summers on the water at local beaches where he swam, kayaked, and dug for shellfish, pursuits he eagerly shared with those closest to him. He was an enthusiastic and competitive partner for years of Saturday morning rounds of golf with friends.

Jeff received a Masters degree from the University of Rhode Island in 1977 and was also a graduate of the former Southeastern Massachusetts University (now known as UMass Dartmouth). He was a Speech Language Pathologist for the East Providence School Department for over 36 years, where he also coached an ultimate frisbee league.

He was the husband of Susan (Wade) Smith and also the late Sandra (Samanica) Smith. Son of the late Victor W. and Orpha A. (St. Onge) Smith. Besides his wife, he is also survived by his daughter Alexandra Smith and her partner James Sotis of Boston, son Erik Macedo and his fiancée Michele Marshall of Swansea, and daughter Nikole Kenyon and her husband Chris of Swansea. He was the beloved grandfather of Addisyn, Ethan, and Cole Kenyon. Loved ones also include sister Sue Richards and her husband Bob of Mattapoisett, brother Rick Smith and his wife Betty of Falmouth, his nephews Brandon Empey and his wife Krystle, and Nathan Empey.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his calling hours Sunday, January 28, 2018, from 12:00pm 3:00pm, followed by a funeral service at 3:00pm in the SMITH FUNERAL AND MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, RI. Burial will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be sent to Project Spay, P.O. Box 445 Swansea, MA 02777.

www.wjsmithfh.com

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  • 04/27/2021

    Lisa L Le Vie

    Sue, Alex, Nikole and Eric Please accept our deepest sympathy . We are so sorry about Jeff. He was such a kind and gentle soul, who will be Greatly missed . We are so glad we had the opportunity to get to know him. He was Blessed with such a Loving and Supportive family . May you find comfort in your Memories of a man who Loved each and everyone of you . You are in Our thoughts and prayers Kevin and Kelly Kenyon

  • 04/27/2021

    Lisa L Le Vie

    Sue, Alex, Nikole, and Erik, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. He was an amazing man, who I am blessed to have known over the years. During this difficult time, remember all the good memories you had together. Know that you all now have a very special guardian angel watching over all of you!! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers and sending lots of love! Jen Kenyon

  • 04/27/2021

    Lisa L Le Vie

    Jeff was a great man. I consider myself very lucky to have been able to grow close to him over the past decade. He was always looking to have a good time. For me, I will always remember our regular bocce games but more importantly our conversations and laughs we had along the way. Thank you for being a great father in law, papa and friend over the years. You will be missed. Rest easy my friend. - Chris

  • 04/27/2021

    Lisa L Le Vie

    Sue, Alex, Nikole, and Erik: I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a very special man and loved by those who knew him. He will be deeply missed! Keeping you all in my thoughts during this time! -Brendan

  • 04/27/2021

    Lisa L Le Vie

    Nikole and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the beautiful memories. With love, sympathy, positive energy. Lisa Le Vie & Family

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