Smith, Kenneth R.

Albion: Age 82, passed away peacefully Monday night, April 20, 2015. Born in Medina, NY to Dwight and Alberta Smith. He lived most of his life in East Shelby and later within the Albion area. Kenneth was a passionate man and devoted father who was happiest when he was with his family. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, watching football and baseball. He will be remembered for his kind and caring nature but most of all his strength and integrity.

Kenneth was extremely loving and proud of his 4 children, William and his wife Melinda Smith of Fairport, NY, Deborah and her husband Stephen Karas of Albion, NY, Thomas and his wife Hong of Galveston, TX and Patricia Smith of Charlotte, NC. He is also survived by his brother, Irving and his wife Alice Smith of St. Louis, MO; sister Vivian and her husband Robert May of Brockport, NY. Most of all he adored his 8 grandchildren and their families including 5 great-grandchildren Kristen and her husband Bradley Hovinga and their children Lillian, Katherine and Claire, Heather and her husband Richard Finley and their children Allyson and Richard, Sarah and Rachel Karas, Christopher and Jasmine Smith, Amber and Nicole Mangione.

He will be remembered as well by many other nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would like to thank Strong Memorial Hospital, the Wilmot Cancer Center and Crest Manor for their understanding, comfort. guidance and skillful care of our father during his last few months. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Cancer Foundation can be made to www.kidneycancer.org

Friends may call Saturday 3-5 PM at RICHARD H. KEENAN FUNERAL HOME, 7501 PITTSFORD PALMYRA ROAD (EGYPT LOCATION), FAIRPORT where a Service will take place at 5 PM. You will be greatly missed Dad and we are grateful for you always being therefor us.