Edward V. Smith, age 87, passed away September 23, 2013. He was born July 27, 1926 in New Britain, Connecticut to Vincent & Lilian Smith. Edward is survived by his wife, Shirley; children Bob (Jodi) Smith, Mark Smith, Ed (Sue) Smith, John (Michelle) Smith, David (the late Trish Smith) Smith, Christy (Kirk) Pierce, Matt (Karen) Smith, and Phil (Wendy) Smith; 15 grandchildren and a sister Connie. A rosary will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2013 at 5:00 in the afternoon with viewing one hour prior at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave., in Aurora. The funeral mass will take place on Monday, September 30, 2013 at 10:00 in the morning at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 13120 E. Kentucky Ave., in Aurora with burial following at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver. Memorial Donations are suggested to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, c/o Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 13120 E. Kentucky Ave., Aurora CO 80012. Please click on ""Sign Guestbook"" to share memories and offer condolences with the family.