Thomas S. Smith

Thomas Samuel Smith, 76, died quietly on Monday May 10, 2010 at Hospice House in Concord with his family surrounding him. He was born in Syracuse, NY, the third child of the late Samuel and Kathleen (Dyer) Smith of Newry, ME. He was a graduate of Gould Academy, Bethel ME, Class of 1952, after which he entered trade school prior to enlisting in the armed services. After serving in the Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict, he worked as a heavy duty diesel mechanic specializing in engine and transmission rebuilds, retiring from McLaughlin Mayflower in 1996. A long-time resident of Concord, Tom served as President of the Bow Pioneers Snowmobile Club, and a member of the Board of Trustees of the United Baptist Church. He was known to frequent the Sandwich Depot for coffee and a blueberry muffin along with his dog, Rose O’Grady, in his antique red 1947 Chevy Pickup. Tom enjoyed participating in various parades and classic vehicle events, winning many trophies. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Virginia Sarah (Apte) Smith; a son, James Edward Smith of Merrimack; a daughter, Danna Kathleen Foster and husband, Tim, of Dahlonega, GA; stepsons Adam Jewell and wife, Wendi; Vincent Jewell and wife, Carrie; and Christopher Jewell and wife, Amanda; all of the Lebanon/Claremont area; and 5 grandchildren. A Graveside Service with military honors will be held at the New Hampshire State Veteran’s Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen at 10:30 am on Friday, May 14, 2010. A Celebration of Life Remembrance will be held at the United Baptist Church, corner of South and Fayette Streets, Concord at noon.