William J. Smith

He was born in Manchester on September 5, 1925, the son of the late Roland and Sarah (Farnham) Smith. He was educated in the local school system and was a graduate of St. Joseph High School for Boys.

Prior to his retirement he had been employed as a truck driver by Holmes Transportation. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Smith was a 60 year member of Sweeney Post, American Legion and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #5260. He had served as an usher at both OLPH and St. Joseph Cathedral parishes. He had owned and enjoyed antique cars.

Family members include his wife, Mariette (Payment) Smith of Boscawen; two step daughters, Susan Gardner of Concord, NH and Elaine McIntyre of Griffin, GA; a step son David Boisvert of Houston, TX; 6 step grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren.

Services are private. In lieu of flowers please send donations to military and veteran charitable foundations of your choice.