April 6, 1964 – Jan. 19, 2025
Grafton – Dennis P. Smith was sent to his eternal home on January 19, 2025 after a brief battle with acute renal failure. He was only 60 years old, and his family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death.
He leaves his wife of 24 years, Stephani (Brandt) Smith, his siblings Ralph Smith Jr. and his wife Moira, Edward Smith and his wife Karen, Stephen Smith and his wife Cathy, Anne Palmariello and her husband Joseph, and Pattye Chines and her husband Fran along with many beloved nieces, nephews, and grand-niblings. He is predeceased by his brothers Kevin Smith and survived by his wife Mona (Oddo) Smith, and Brian Smith.
Dennis was born in Brighton, MA, son of the late Ann (Liston) and Ralph Smith, Sr. His roots were in Stoneham where he was a graduate of Stoneham High School. Dennis earned his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Salem State College and embarked on a career in software engineering, featuring more than 23 years at State Street Corporation, most recently as Platform Owner within ETF Services.
Away from work he and his wife Stephani traveled the world together, sharing their love of history and food. Dennis had a passion for SF/Fantasy genre, anime, and cherished his long-time gaming group, including Brad Munn, Curt Kremer, Rich Pieri, and Jon Delano. Dennis was a proud cat-dad to many lucky cats, and leaves behind Aliera, Imriel, Zerika, Tazendra, and Telnan.
All are welcome to gather with Dennis’s family and friends Friday January 31st from 4-7pm at Roney Funeral Home 152 Worcester St., North Grafton, MA 01536. A Remembrance Service will be held on Imbolc, Saturday February 1st at 5pm in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please remember Dennis with a donation to SPIN (Stray Pets in Need) at www.straypetsinneed.org using the “Donate” link or alternatively sending donations to Stray Pets in Need, PO Box #812143, Wellesley, MA 02482-0014.