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Geoffrey Smith Obituary

Geoffrey H. Smith, 74, of Barkhamsted passed away due to a sudden onset of Acute Leukemia on October 12, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Linda G. Drobner and son of the late Dr. Leonard K. Smith of Avon and Marjorie (Hill) Smith of West Hartford. He attended both the Kingswood-Oxford School and the Storm King School in NY State. He served in the US Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brothers, Larry and Brian; and his sisters, Jennifer and Lynda. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Carmon Funeral Home and Family Center, 301 Country Club Road, Avon, CT. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For condolences, directions, and a full obituary please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 18, 2023.

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The Tiberio´s

November 11, 2023

Linda,
Our deepest sympathies and condolences in your loss. Geoff was a friend and inspiration for our many ski trips together. We are sad to miss the service; physically unable.
Our thoughts are with you. Love, Larry and Maria

Brian

October 17, 2023

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