Brendan Smith (January 26, 1936 - December 10, 2015)

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Brendan Smith
  • January 26, 1936
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  • December 10, 2015

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Brendan Anthony Smith of Hacienda del Rio, Edgewater FL passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015 peacefully at his home.

He was born in New Rochelle, NY January 26, 1936. He graduated from Mamaroneck High School in NY. He then served our nation in the US Army in Germany from 1956 to 1958. Following his military duty he attended Davis and Elkins College in WV. He then served as Lieutenant of Detectives in the White Plains NY police Department from 1960 to 1985. During those years he also worked with his brother-in-law, Ray Ericksen, as a painter retiring in 1993. He raised his family in Carmel NY and in 1985 moved to Holden Beach, NC where he served as a police officer.

He was preceded in death by his wife Olive S Alcox Smith, granddaughter Kathleen Fae Haskins, parents Rosemary Thonpson Smith of NYC and James Arthur (Smyth) Smith of Newry, Ireland, sisters Maria Thresa Byrne, Ann Elizabeth Springmeyer, Ellen Monica Ericksen, Margaret Mary Phipps, brothers Alfred Emanuel, James Emmett and Patrick Joseph; nieces and nephews Lori Smith, Raymond Ericksen, James Byrne, Cathy, Brian Ericksen and Patrick “Steve” Smith.

He is survived by his daughter Erin Kathleen Haskins, granddaughter Megan Kathleen Carmichael, son Colin Emmitt Smith and extended family of nieces, nephews and their children. In lieu of memorial donations flowers and condolences can be sent to the family at 190 Rio Grande Edgewater FL 32141.

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  1. Margie Reno says:
    20 Dec 2015
    Hey Brendon, We will miss our lively discussions, but will continue in God's new world in Paradise and perfect health. See you then!
    Your friends always,
    Margie and Sue

  2. Dottie & Ray says:
    20 Dec 2015
    Dear Erin & Colin,
    So many years and so many places we have memories of with mom and dad, happy, laughing, some emotional, yes we even cried together, but we had each other to share our feelings. Traveling through locks on the Erie Canal was one of our high points of our times together.
    Watching you two grow up into the women and man that you have become is a tribute to your parents and to yourselves.
    Ray enjoyed all the visits with dad and their many decisions on everything from world politics to religion. Oh boy did it get heated at times but they remained great friends to the end.
    Perri and Tony, your mom and dad, were one of the finest people we knew. And for that we are grateful!
    Sending you and Colin our love and prayers. With love

  3. Rose Selkirk says:
    16 Dec 2015
    RIP Brendan You were a wonderful man.I always enjoyed talking to you over the years.I prayed for you at Hospice when you were there.You didn't know me but one day we will meet again.Rest my friend. Rose

  4. Erin Haskins lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 16, 2015 at 12:29:54 PM

  5. Megan Carmichael lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2015
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  6. Megan Carmichael says:
    16 Dec 2015
    To the greatest grandpa one ask for. I will always remember the summer's spent with you, you teaching me to drive the golf cart. I love you papa and will forever miss you.

  7. Sarah Tardona and Family says:
    16 Dec 2015
    I just wanted to say that I first met the Smith family through Mrs. Smith she was my school bus driver. She then introduced me to her daughter and our close friendship took off from there. I do remember the first time I went the house Mr. Smith came out shaking his finger and saying "WE HAVE RULES HERE AND THEY WILL BE FOLLOWED" then he laughed and said "welcome". and ever since then we became friends for life. So when I moved we stopped by their house to say hello and catch up for it now has been over 25 years since I've seen them. Erin was so excited to see me and meet my Family and here comes Mr. Smith coming over shaking his finger and yelling "THE SAME RULES APPLY HERE ALSO" He was so funny. He will be greatly missed from all who had the pleasure to cross his path. Mr and Mrs Smith were like second parents to me I spent a lot of time at their home and even traveled with the family. Just getting to know them was very special to me and for that I will be forever great-full. Rest in peace.

  8. Nancy Ericksen lit a candle:
    15 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 15, 2015 at 12:12:40 AM

  9. Karen Ericksen mccarthy lit a candle:
    12 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 12, 2015 at 12:31:17 PM

  10. colarusso family says:
    12 Dec 2015
    Eddy the colarussos wish your family peace in heaven RIP uncle tony love the colarusso boys

  11. Dawn says:
    12 Dec 2015
    It is a sad thing to lose ones father. Remember all the great moments and those years that were his happiest. He is where he is most content now, rejoined with your mother and smiling down on you both. Live life to it's fullest and he will always be there. Dawn

  12. Robert and Roseanne Byrne says:
    12 Dec 2015
    Such a wonderful uncle who touched the lives of may with his kindness.

  13. Merle says:
    12 Dec 2015
    Sorry for your loss Colin.

  14. Marilyn & Charlie Byrne lit a candle:
    12 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 12, 2015 at 12:27:07 AM

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    11 Dec 2015
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    11 Dec 2015
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    11 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 11, 2015 at 12:55:19 PM

  18. Cathy smith says:
    11 Dec 2015
    I am sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed visiting with you and uncle tony. We had many laughs and I will cherish that visit forever. Thinking of you and sending prayers your way during this difficult time. Xoxo

  19. Cathy smith lit a candle:
    11 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 11, 2015 at 12:14:24 PM

  20. Eddie and Debbie Ericksen lit a candle:
    11 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 11, 2015 at 12:29:36 PM

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    11 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 11, 2015 at 12:12:37 PM

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    11 Dec 2015
    Lit since December 11, 2015 at 12:11:14 PM

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    11 Dec 2015
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