Edward J. "Smitty" Smith

Edward J “Smitty” Smith, 87, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Salem Hospital. He was born on April 15, 1939, in Revere, MA the son of the late Edward John and Isabel (Paquette) Smith and lived in Revere most of his life. He was married to Mary T. (Hanly) Smith for 63 years.

He was an independently contracted oil delivery driver for many years. Those years were centered on family, friendships and Revere. He moved to Swampscott in 1990. He spent his later years travelling with Mary and enjoying his grandchildren, local sports, and landscaping. Papa was the embodiment of hard work and selflessness, and he instilled that in his sons as well as his grandchildren. He was the best role model, grandfather, and friend we could ask for.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his loving sons, Kevin Smith and his wife, Jayna of Maynard, MA., Stephen Smith and his wife, Rita of Marlborough, MA., and Philip Smith and his wife, Amanda of Peabody, MA. He also leaves his cherished grandchildren, Alexander, Christian, Benjamin, Elizabeth, Edward, James and Matthew. In addition, he leaves his sister, Doris Romano of Chelsea, MA. He was a dear brother-in-law and uncle to many.

A private memorial service will be held in the Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home in Lynn, MA.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Edward “Smitty” Smith may be made to: My Brother’s Table in Lynn Mass. https://mybrotherstable.org/.