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William E. Smith

1921 - 2013

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Friday

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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Friday, July 12, 2013

Enea Family Funeral Home-Ilion/Frankfort

4309 Acme Road

Ilion, New York, United States

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10:00 am

Saturday, July 13, 2013

Emmanuel Episcopal Church

Albany Street

Little Falls, New York, United States

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Mohawk Cemetery

Columbia St.

Mohawk, New York, United States

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Janice Lillie Caprio posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Condolences to Don and family. Your dad was a wonderful man!

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Denise Baylis posted a condolence

Monday, July 15, 2013

I will never forget how patience Mr. Smith was on my first trip with ski club. Skiing was something I always wanted to try. I remember the first thing he taught me- how to stop! He spent time with me giving the basics & off he sent me to give a try on my own. He gave me the love of skiing. D. Baylis

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Sandra White Doring posted a condolence

Saturday, July 13, 2013

So very sorry to hear the news. I was lucky enough to see him at the "mega" reunion. Mr. Smith was a great teacher and a wonderful man.

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rod jones posted a condolence

Thursday, July 11, 2013

we had been too noisy too late one nite at hunting camp and Uncle Bill had had enough. We hheard him coming down the stairs...a little loud yelling " you son's of bit...." there he stood with pistol strapped to his side with nothing else on but his bvd's

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Dan Jones posted a condolence

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Later in my Uncle Bill's hunting life, Bill, Stollie and Tollman weren't able to hunt " up top " around Roundtop Mt. So after brothers, cousins and friends got done hunting " up top " on Saturdays, it was our oblgation to go to the upper cottage and tell the "old guys" the order of our drives and adventures we delt with that day. To see the look in their eyes as they retrace our steps of the day gives me more appreciation of hunting in the north country. Bill taught us there was more to hunting the big woods than just harvesting a nice buck.I hope I can get as many years of enjoyment from camp that my Uncle Bill did through hard work, family and even a few drinks!

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Phyllis and Paul Conigilaro posted a condolence

Thursday, July 11, 2013

I was so glad to see Bill at our last retiree meeting! Rest in peace!Phyllis

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Taraze Kerber posted a condolence

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Barb, I am soooo sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless....Taraze

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Linda Riel Gannon posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Mr. Smith will always be my favorite teacher. In 1960 I was elected Jr. High President and had the privilege of residing in his homeroom. His sense of humor, wonderful smile and the way he busted on Mrs. Hilliard was entertainment beyond compare. How dare she expect him to chaperone a dance during hunting season. He had no patience for this kind of nonsense and we loved him for what we viewed as his rebellious attitude. We so enjoyed witnessing her annoyance which did not phase him at all. He was always a gentleman, but he had his rules and regulations, and he and Prof. Tolpa ruled our world. I know that I begin thinking about a career in teaching because I thought that if I could truly enjoy my job like he did, I would never have to work a day in my life! And I did! I used his fine example of blending humor and genuine concern for students and enjoyed 35 wonderful years in the high school classrooms of Warwick, Rhode Island. Last year I had the privilege of visiting him at Don's home. After fifty years of exchanging Christmas cards, long distance calls, class reunions and friendship, the years seemed to melt away. His beautiful smile and positive attitude amazed me. I have to add how touched I was 45 years ago when he and his lovely wife attended my wedding three days after Christmas during a blizzard that closed the NY Thruway and left Blessed Sacrament half empty. I send my love and prayers to his dear family, and like many other Mohicans, I will never forget his wonderful spirit and courage.

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Greg Tanner posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

So you want some stories huh...I could go on for hours and never repeat…ok, just a few precious ones. 8th grade social studies class - Barbara crosses her legs and swings them out into the aisle. Mr. Smith's rule was no legs in the aisles. Here comes Mr. Smith with those 3 rulers rubber banded together and poor Barbara's knee got cracked a good one. Nobody said a word. After all, that was the teacher's daughter. Well not everyone was silent. One freckle nosed kid thought it was funny and laughed out loud. Next time down the aisle, Mr. Smith showed his displeasure with my laughing with a crack on my bare knuckles. After that, all laughter was saved for the hallway. One day while fishing in Canada Bill was captain of the boat, and his mates were Hal Hefner in the front seat and Don Reardon in the middle. I spotted a black bear on a side hill next to the water's edge just walking and feeding. I got Bill's attention and he slowly started moving towards it. Don wanted pictures and got out his camera ready for a shot. I could hear him telling Bill to get closer, which Bill was doing. (mind you, this bear was about 100 ft. up on a steep slope and didn't even know we were there). At some point Hal thought that was close enough and started telling Bill to stop. Now you've got to know that's not going to happen. At some point Hal's talking turned to screams and eventually Hal ended up in the back seat of the boat with Bill trying to steer it away from the shore. I might have wet my pants that day from laughter. There are so many more………………..gtanner

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David J Walrath posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Smith Family: So sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was a great man and teacher. My two brothers and I were taught by Bill and we will always remember him with love.

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Kip & Pat Garlock posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Our condolences to Donny, Barb and family, we have lots of great memories of Bill and all those memories will be treasured by us for ever.

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Greg Tanner posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

This is going to be tough. I've got a tear in my eye and haven't written anything yet. Every so often I get reminded how "lucky" I've been in my lifetime. The luck I speak of now, refers to the relationship I had with Mr. Smith. How lucky I've been to have shared time with him. Bill Smith was like a father to me. He was also my teacher, my coach, my mentor, my Canadian fishing partner, and my good friend. My whole family shares with me the loss of this great man. May you rest in peace, Bill.

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Terri Sterling posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

I remember the first time I realized he was related to the Jones'. We were at their camp in Morehouseville - Mountain Home Road. I'd been there many times before with groups of friends, but never had encountered Bill Smith there. Mr. Bill - as I always referred to him - came down from the "upper camp". A bear had broken in and broken several things, including the mirror. Seems he saw his own reflection and attacked. No one had been at camp at the time, and no one was hurt. Seems this wasn't the first time, and it defeinitely wasn't the last. But Bill always took it in stride. No fear. That's the way he was right to the end. He was a strong man with a strong will. RIP Mr. BIll

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Linda Gianelli posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Linda Gianelli purchased flowers (Gracious Lavender Basket) So sorry for your loss. Bill was always a very upbeat and positive person. He will be missed... Love, Mom, Linda and Paul, Nancy and Don and Barbara and Bruce

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Terri Sterling posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

In Jr High he was my Social Studies teacher. He had the yardstick, Prof Tolpa had the rubber hose. Between the two of thme, you were bound to get a rap on the knuckles or bottom in that hallway! No teacher would get away with that today, but it was all in good humor back then - LOL. He was stern, but caring. At camp, he was a hunter, friend, indulged in a few beers with the guys. At home he was brother, uncle, father to our dear friends. He will be sadly missed by so many. RIP Wild Bill :)

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Bonnie (Crouch) Bryant posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

I believe that Mr. Smith taught many in a few generations of the Crouch family. He truly was a great American and teacher. I send condolences to the family and hope that you find comfort in celebrating the life of this wonderful man.

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Kristin Arndt Miller posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Mr. Smith was my teacher, as well as teacher to both of my parents. He was an outstanding educator, whose gentle life lessons helped his students well beyond the confines of his classroom, and exemplary man. My sincere condolences for your loss.

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Kathleen Rood Bartlett posted a condolence

Monday, July 8, 2013

I was greatly saddened when I saw Mr. Smith passed He was a great teacher to my dad, sister, brother, and me. He will be greatly missed

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