Douglas Doug Smith

Douglas ""Doug"" J. Smith, 48, of Rutland, VT and formerly of East Hartford, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 11, 2013 in Rutland, VT after a brief illness. Born in Hartford on August 13, 1964 he had been a life-long resident of East Hartford prior to moving to Rutland, VT nine months ago. Doug was the loving son of Richard F. Smith, Sr. of East Hartford and the late Elizabeth ""Betty"" (Tupper) Smith. He was a graduate of East Hartford High School, Class of 1982 and was a talented handy man. He was a loyal fan of the Boston Red Sox and enjoyed NASCAR racing and Modified racing at Stafford Speedway and other local racetracks. Most of all, Doug will be remembered by all who knew him for his dedicated devotion to his brother, Jim. Along with his father, Doug is survived by his companion and best friend, Lisa Pencz of Rutland, VT with whom he made his home, and her son, Dylan Wilcox of Rutland, VT; three brothers, Richard ""Rick"" F. Smith, Jr. and his wife, Barbara, of Manchester, James ""Jim"" Smith of Middletown, Brian Smith and his wife, Cheryl, of Manchester; two sisters, Sharon Wood of East Hartford, Sandra ""Sandi"" Mathiau and her husband, Tom, of East Hartford; eight nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.

At the wish of Douglas, private funeral services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Mary's Cemetery, East Hartford. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Doug's name may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute (Jimmy Fund), P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284. The D'Esopo-East Hartford Memorial Chapel is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family please visit www.desopo.com.