Stephen Lee Smith
September 7, 1940 ~ February 12, 2016
Stephen Lee Smith 9/7/40 - 2/12/16. He is survived by his wife, Julia, daughter Theresa Tuohy (William), son Michael Smith (Diren), step-sons James and Liam DeSanto (Kristan), foster daughters, Sue Albi and Andrea Passmore. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Jeremy Tuohy, Lee Ann Tuohy, Caitlin Tuohy, Sophia DeSanto and Giana DeSanto.
Steve joined the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department in 1964 and worked his way up the ranks over 34 years of professional service to the rank of Deputy Fire Chief/Chief Fire Marshal and retired in 1998. During his years with the Fire Department and continuing into retirement, Steve also pursued his passion of history by collecting antiques, especially historical vessels from which to drink building a body of knowledge in which his expertise was sought after from all over the world.
Visitation services will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave. Vienna VA on Friday, February 19 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, February 20 at 11am at Fairfax City Cemetery followed by a Memorial service at Capt. Pells Crab House.
In lieu of flowers donations to Steve's chosen charity, Operation Smile (www.operationsmile.org) are preferred.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Steve joined the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department in 1964 and worked his way up the ranks over 34 years of professional service to the rank of Deputy Fire Chief/Chief Fire Marshal and retired in 1998. During his years with the Fire Department and continuing into retirement, Steve also pursued his passion of history by collecting antiques, especially historical vessels from which to drink building a body of knowledge in which his expertise was sought after from all over the world.
Visitation services will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 W. Maple Ave. Vienna VA on Friday, February 19 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, February 20 at 11am at Fairfax City Cemetery followed by a Memorial service at Capt. Pells Crab House.
In lieu of flowers donations to Steve's chosen charity, Operation Smile (www.operationsmile.org) are preferred.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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I’ve known Steve for many years through Gambrinus Stein Club. He was always glad to share his knowledge, and he was a true joy to be around. He will be greatly missed.
Praying for Steve’s wonderful wife and family as we remember his fun loving personality. Our sincere condolences, Scott and Tiffany Obenhein & Family
…If I live to be a hundred, I will never know from where… Came those lovely Scarlet ribbons Scarlet ribbons, for her hair… ♡ Your Sunshine
…If I live to be a hundred, I will never know from where… came those lovely Scarlet Ribbons Scarlet Ribbons, for her hair… ♡ Your Sunshine
One of my favorite people in the whole world. I love you and will miss your sarcasm and wit. So terribly sorry I won’t be attending the funeral. Condolences to Julia, Theresa and Michael. Send me a few God Winks when you can. Pat & Bruce Parker
Steve is at last at peace and no longer in pain. Rest in peace, Steve, in the knowledge that you will be missed, you ole curmudgeon.
Oh, Theresa, my heart is breaking for you. I know how precious your relationship with your dad was. I pray you find comfort in the fond memories you have of him. Hugs, kisses and lots of love, Tammy
Our prayers and hearts go out to all the family of my second cousin,Steve Lee Smith. My family spent many wonderful times with his Mother, my GG Aunt Ruth, whom we loved very much. Our sympathy goes out to his dear children Theresa and Michael, whom we only visited with a few times, as well as his sweet wife Julia, and all who knew him. Once, he asked for a photo of myself and told me he wanted to put it on his shelf where the beautiful things were, I felt honored! He was a character and I pray he is at peace with his Mother and Father in heaven. God Bless and remember to keep your fork, for the BEST is yet to come!
Sorry I missed ya old man.
We have known Steve for over 20 years from the many stein chapter meetings in VA, MD, PA. Steve was always a very special person and we talked at length many times. There will never be anyone like Steve. He would speak his mind but when he was around our family he was the perfect gentleman! He will be missed! Julia and family, wish we could be there on Friday but FL is a drive away. We will be there in our thoughts and prayers. Carolyn & Martin
Liam, Krys and Julia we send our heart felt sympathy on the loss of your step-father and husband. May your hearts be at peace with all your memories.
I will always cherish my memories of my visits with you at the Olde Tavern and Museum and your hospitality. Your passion for and the generosity you showed me sharing your vast knowledge of the addiction we shared has pushed me to be a better collector. RIP Master Steinologist.
I was so very blessed to be your Jersey daughter. I’m not quite sure how to live in a world without you, it hurts too much to think about it. Please say hello once in a while, I’ll be waiting. Love, your Little Bit.
I was so very blessed to be your Jersey daughter. I’m not quite sure how to live in a world without you, it hurts too much to think about it. Please say hello once in a while, I’ll be waiting. Love, your Little Bit.
Our thoughts and prayers to all of Steve’s family. Although he is not with us physically, I know that he is with us always as long as we remember him. I have been very fortunate to have learned so much from him and will fondly remember all of the good times we had together whenever I polish a stein just like he taught me. May he rest in peace and comfort come to his family and other friends.
I was very saddened to hear about the loss of your dad and sincerely feel the pain and sorrow your family is going through at this time. We can only hope that the tears all of you shed today will transform into happy ones in the future knowing that your dad left all of you with many fond memories that each of you will cherish for your lifetime and keep him alive in your hearts forever…. And remember your father is now safe in Gods hands and will be forever watching over all of you…. With Deepest Condolences, Cousin Billy and Alexandra Kaluta
Theresa, one of my two best friends from elementary school through high school your dad was a gentle man to me like a second dad. Frequent visits and spending the night many times and even a memory filled trip to the beach for a week. Your family was an extension of mine. I loved all of you! My heart goes out to you, your brother mother and all other relatives. I pray for an easy transition through this time and that good memories will keep him close in your heart! I loved the father daughter dinner/dance as that was not something I enjoyed. Love you sis! God bless you and comfort you!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, it was with a heavy heart when I learned Steve had passed. Steve was an instrumental influence for my hiring as a police officer, while we rarely stayed in contact we always shared a good relationship. God Bless
Julia, Theresa, Michael, I am so very sad for your loss. Although he is gone, his love for each of you remains, and always will. Hoping the legacy of love Steve left each of you will be a source of strength and comfort for you now. With deepest sympathy…
Theresa: Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy. With love, Greg, Debbie, Julianne, Meredith, Sonny & Scott Tuohy
Sorry for you loss Theresa!!!
I have many fond memories of my dear COUSIN STEVE. We played together as children. And although we lost touch raising our families. We always knew one another were there if we called them. God Bless his children Theresa, and Michael, and wife Julia. Sorry we can’t attend the funeral. Sending our deepest sympathy.
I still treasure the beautiful drinking goblet Rick & I received as a wedding present from Steve. God bless him & may he rest in peace.
We stein collectors lost a great member and freind. Steve was willing to share his knowledge and steins with us. He recently sent me one of his steins for an article I am working on. I know he would have enjoyed reading about the information I had gathered. I hope I can share it with him some day. They may not have beer in heaven, but you can bet Steve will find some beer steins. Rest in peace. Ron
Steve, I’ll sink a 0.5 litre of beer today in your memory. Honest, helpful and forthright, you guided me in the ways of stein collecting, when I started out. You will be sorely missed. Chris Wheeler
Dear Julia and family, Steve was a terrific person, straight talker, and so generous in sharing his knowledge with all of us in the stein world. I am so sorry for your loss, and to the very great loss to us all.