Henry C. "Hank" Smith Obituary (1945

Leicester-The Honorable Henry C. Smith, age 78, passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Hank was born March 14, 1945 to the late Henry C. and Helen Aldrich-Smith. Pre-deceased by his beloved sister Bonnie Dostal. Hank is survived by his much-loved wife of 35 years, Carol A. Smith, eight beloved children; Dori (Dave) Jones, Charles (Robin), Tonya (Dennis-his beloved-friend) Nickel, Julia Porcelli, Robert Porcelli, Shannon (Joe) Nero, Francine (Matthew) Doran, Tiffany (Christopher); 15 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. During his long and successful life, Hank was a very well trusted man of many talents. He owned and operated two popular and well trusted Motor Vehicle repair shops. He was Captain of Avon Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Hank was a Livingston County Deputy Sheriff. During the past 20 years his proudest career accomplishment was being elected, holding and maintaining his title of Honorable Judge Henry C. Smith for the town/village of Leicester. Hank was a loving, giving, and honorable man. He never met a person he didn't see the good in and like. He will be loved and missed by many. Friends may call on Sunday, March 10 from 1-4pm at the Stephenson-Dougherty Funeral Home, 350 Genesee St., Avon with his funeral service to follow calling hours at 4pm. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.