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Tom Smith Obituary
Due to Covid restrictions a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Goober, or Smitty as he was also known, was born in Seneca Falls on November 9, 1953, the son of Emerson and the late Rose (Llama) Smith. After high school, Goober enlisted in the United States Army. Upon completing his service, he worked at Goulds Pumps in Seneca Falls, a career he retired from after 44 years. A proud veteran, Goober was a member of Kirk Casey American Legion Post 366, Seneca Falls, where he proudly participated in the Honor Guard for many years as well a being a member of their award winning Color Guard. He marched in parades across the United States and Canada in the '70s and '80s. He was also a member the Lt Cyrus Garnsey III VFW Post 1323 Auxiliary, Seneca Falls.
One of Goober's greatest passions in life was the martial arts, in which he achieved the rank of 5th degree black belt. He also loved motorcycles and was a life member of the Harley Owners Group and local motorcycle clubs. His favorite place to ride was the Adirondacks, touring everywhere from the Wigwam and Thirsty Otter to the Screamen Eagle, Tap Room and of course the Tow Bar in Old Forge. He was also fanatical about the New York Giants, much to the dismay of the Eagles, Bills and Cowboys fans in his family. Anybody that knew Goober was familiar with his ""Goober Juice"" that always made an appearance at get-togethers and parties. The recipe was a closely guarded secret that he never shared and is now lost forever. He was also a notorious joker, and the stories of his best pranks are not safe to print.
Goober was one of the most generous people you could ever meet. He would gladly help anyone who needed it. On many occasions over the years he grew his hair out long just so he could donate it to Locks of Love to help make wigs for children in need.
He is survived by his loving wife of over 18 years, Diane ""Mrs. Goober""; as well as his children Jeniffer (Benjamin) Faro, Heather Smith, Cory (Camden McArdle) Smith, Jason (McKenzie) Acevedo and Vinnie (Leah) Acevedo. ""Ahmpa Wackadoodle"" will be sorely missed by his grandchildren, who all adored him Sydney, Avery, Elise, Declan, Sonya, Madelynn, and Lachlan. He is also survived by his father, Emerson Smith; siblings Tim (Diana) Smith, Terry (Cheryl Walker) Smith, and Tammy (Jack Finnegan) Smith; as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family and many, many friends.
To leave online condolences, messages for the family, or find additional information please visit DoranFuneralHome.com
Ride Free, Goober.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tom Smith
Audrey DiMatties
November 23, 2020
Diane and family, just learned and are filled with sadness. Tom was a great, fun guy and will be sorely missed. Sending prayers and love, Audrey and Bob DiMatties
Judy-Didona and Joe McMahon
November 19, 2020
To the Smith family,
Our most sincere sympathy in the loss of Goober.....such a great guy, beautiful personality and always smiling. He will be missed by so many family members and friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy-Didona and Joe McMahon
John Solometo
November 19, 2020
To the Smith family ,I send my thoughts and prayers .
I knew Tom for many years going back to when we were young kids playing ball in the streets ,no one was faster ,he could run like the wind. He was always full of laughter ,he was a great softball player as well. Tom was a great person and caring soul,he will truly be missed. I hope as time passes you will remember all the wonderful memories , again I send my thoughts and prayers .
God bless
John Solometo
Linda Rickerson
November 18, 2020
Tom (Goober) was a great guy. A friend to all who knew him. He will be sorely missed. May God bless Diane and family in this time of sorrow. RIP Goober
Virginia Beck
November 17, 2020
He was such a good guy he certainly will be missed❣❣ He treated our grandsons as his friends ❣❣Saying MANY PRAYERS FOR THE SMITH FAMILY GOD BLESS GOOBER Ginny Beck
Doug Hill
November 16, 2020
My sincerest condolences to Diane and the Smith family for your incredible loss. My heart breaks for you. Doug Hill
DAVE & JEFF ROGERS FAMILIES
November 15, 2020
Diane and The Smith family, we are so sorry of the passing of Goober. He was a caring person and would do anything for you and didn't matter what was involved. He will be missed by family and all his friends. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. RIP.
Dave and Isabelle Jensen
November 14, 2020
We will definitely miss you!! You was going to come to Florida a couple of years ago to see us but you did not make it!!! We wish you had!!! We would have all had our usual WONDERFUL TIMES!!!!
Joan Rowe
November 14, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Pam McDermott
November 14, 2020
"Goobs" you were such a Dear Friend, whom will be Sadly Missed. R.I.P. My Deepest Condolences to Diane and All of Goobs Family.
mike sandroni
November 14, 2020
Known tom since the 70's played euchre with him at the legion in seneca falls a couple of times. Will miss seeing him around the town. Rest in peace!!
Dick Johnson
November 14, 2020
I know Smitty for fifty years and he was one of the nicest people on earth. Rest In Peace my friend.
David and Lori Zona
November 14, 2020
Diane and family,
So sorry for your loss. Knew Tom since we were kids. Such a good guy. He will be missed.
Ralph and Cindy Deal
November 14, 2020
A friend at Goulds. I met him in the 70's there and we became good friends. We played softball on many differant teams in the old goulds league. we bowled on goulds bowling league. He was a natural. I haven't seen him much since he retired, but when I did we always talked for a while. Going to miss him. Prayers for the whole family for your loss.
Michael E Babbitt
November 14, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
I added a picture of us (TOM, Terry Scowcroft, Mike Babbitt) by our first motorcycles. I was planning to come back to Seneca Falls to see Family this summer but plans were changed due to the virus problem. I'll miss you ole buddy.
Cindy
November 14, 2020
Goober you will be sorely missed by everyone. My love and prayers for Diane your children grandchildren and a host of friends left here to morn your passing. Fly high my friend with the angles. RIP
Lisa & Randy Mitchell
November 14, 2020
These words, this tribute to Goober sums him up perfectly. I have a few stories of my own about him and the memories are making me smile. He was indeed a friend to all who who knew him and was truly one of a kind. Prayers and Sympathy to the entire family.
Jackie
November 14, 2020
Sending thoughts and prayers ❤❤
Kim and john tiaskkun
November 14, 2020
Prayers for the family. He was such a great guy.
Karen Perdicho Hoven
November 14, 2020
Tom we will miss you many years we always considered us as cousins and always will ♥ As we all grew up together love Karen Perdicho Hoven
Aunt Rose is there for you with open arms
Dave ward
November 14, 2020
I lost a really good friend!
Bryce Harris
November 14, 2020
I'm so heavy hearted by you leaving everyone so early. We rode together, chased girls and even caught some. Some how we both got hurt at Goulds at the same time and were able to ride daily. You met Diane and found the love of your life. We stayed in touch and I always looked forward to getting your Christmas cards. You left all your family and friends to early, you'll be in our hearts for ever. Bryce
Steve toth
November 14, 2020
I will miss your crazy humor a friend we few we band of brothers ride the sky goober
Gene emerick
November 13, 2020
Tom was a true friend to everyone he met he will surely be missed
Sharon Hauf
November 13, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Pamela Domke
November 13, 2020
Goober you were one of a kind. A man with a heart of gold. I will miss our Wednesday talks, and your random food drops in my car.. My deepest condolences to the family.. Goober will be missed by all..
Jeff and Pam Soscia
November 13, 2020
Diane and family, we are very sorry for your loss. We will miss Goober and his friendly "how you doing" whenever he came out of the house.
Dick & Bon Mellini
November 13, 2020
Tamara Heitmann
November 13, 2020
Sweet friend..... Our hearts are very heavy.... Godspeed Goober..❤
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