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Stephanie Smith Obituary
Stephanie A. Smith, with loved ones in attendance, on July 8, availed herself of the Vermont Medical Aid In Dying (MAID) program for the terminally ill.
Stephanie, 73, of Clayton, was employed many years as director of the Montgomery County Animal Shelter. Her passions included raising service pups; fund raising for the Dayton Food Bank; and volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and Guardian Ad Litem for neglected and abused children, receiving the Rising Star award in 2017 and the Power of One award in 2022. She was an active member of the League of Women Voters of Greater Dayton and the Dayton Women's Rights Alliance, and worked tirelessly for the furtherance of justice. Stephanie was bright, funny, kind, generous, outgoing and will be greatly missed. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Contributions in her name may be made to the Dayton Food Bank https://thefoodbankdayton.org/
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Chris Middleton
5 hours ago
Steph and I were in Rick Staders class. She was so kind and warm. I had the privilege of getting a hug from her. She lived a life for sure!
Andrea
Yesterday
I admired Stephanie´s commitment to truth and Justice. Her passion came through in UDOLLI Classes and her work at theLWVGDA. I extend my sympathy to her family and friends. She will be missed.
Kate McKinney
July 15, 2025
Our deepest sympathy to Stephanie´s family. She was a
wonderful volunteer at UDOLLI.
She loved animals and always
presented the food bank for contributions. Our prayers,
Kate McKinney and Gary Ruff
Minnie Cuesta
July 15, 2025
Miss you Boss. We had great time off the clock.
RIP say hi to Nose .
Val
July 14, 2025
Stephanie and I shared memberships in a number of organizations. That's how I came to know her as action oriented. When something needed to be done, Stephanie was always willing and able to roll up her sleaves and get to work. Her love for animals was also a part of her legacy. She has left us too soon and, hopefully, we can manage to live up to her expectations.
jOY sCHWAB
July 13, 2025
STEPHANIE WAS LOVED AND ADMIRED BY SO MANY PEOPLE, INCLUDING MYSLEF. HER OUTGOING PERSOALITY, DEEP CARE FOR OTHER PEOPLE, ACTIVISM, HER SMILE, HER LAUGHTER, -- SO MUCH WILL BE MISSED, BUT ALWAYS REMEMBERED FONDLY.
Kathie Burns
July 13, 2025
Stephanie was a wonderful person! It was my great pleasure to work with her for many years at Montgomery County & even greater pleasure to be considered a friend by her during those years. She will be remembered & loved by many for many years to come. My sincere condolences to her family.
Jennifer Hill
July 13, 2025
Steve and Susan, Stephanie is resting now.
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