Obituaries

Edward J. Smith

Edward J. Smith, 68, of Steubenville died peacefully Monday, May 17, 2010 at Valley Hospice North surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Steubenville on October 3, 1941 a son of the late Henry W. Smith, Sr. He was a  1959 graduate of Steubenville High School and a retired construction worker. Ed had also tended bar at several places over the years; played guitar and sang in numerous bands throughout the Valley.  He is survived by his son Edward (Michelle) Smith of North Ridgeville, OH; daughter Shanley (Tony) Demitras of Toronto, OH; mother Elizabeth A. Lewis Smith and brother Henry W. Smith, Jr., both of Steubenville; grandchildren Alijah, Andoni,  Aizek, Ayla and Lilly; uncles Frank (Michelle) Tice of East Liverpool. OH and Ken (Leorna) Lewis of Florida; aunt Shirley Lewis of California and his favorite cousin Marge Morris of California.  He also will be missed by his cats.  A celebration of his life will be held at The Spot Bar in Steubenville on Sunday, 1p.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice in Steubenville.  “Goodbye No Bar”.

Date of Death: May 17, 2010