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SMITH--Alfred E. IV. The Board of Directors, administration, physicians and staff of Stamford Health mourn the loss of our friend and benefactor, Alfred E. Smith IV (Al) who, along with his wife Nan, made many contributions benefitting the Bennett Cancer Center Clinical Trials and Research Program. Al was also a passionate volunteer, serving on the Stamford Hospital Foundation Executive Committee and Healing Reimagined Capital Campaign Cabinet. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Nan Smith and her family. We are honored to have known Al. He had a remarkable vision and capacity for helping others, and his generous spirit was an inspiration to us all. Kathleen Silard Stamford Health President & CEO Dr Mark DeWaele Stamford Health Chair, Board of Directors Andrew M. Merrill Stamford Hospital Foundation Chair, Board of Directors

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 30, 2019.

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Tom White

February 15, 2025

December 1, 2019

May the God of all comfort sustain you at this time Psalms 119:76

Peter Kenny

November 27, 2019

I worked for Al, as his clerk, and with him for years at the NYSE. Wonderful man. Always in service to others and genuinely one of the most compassionate souls I have ever known. He will be profoundly missed by many. All of our thoughts and prayers are with you, Nan and family.

Ray Flynn

November 26, 2019

Al was a special friend whom I admired his loyalty to his commitment to Irish, American Catholic values. Say hello to Gov. Smith for me in Heaven. Mayor Ray Flynn of Boston.

Bernadette Schmoelzer

November 26, 2019

what a great man!

Denny LeRoux

November 26, 2019

Great memories of AL singing with my band at parties and events he could really make me laugh what a great guy

Jim Berry

November 25, 2019

I met Al when I had Mackenzies and he would come in almost every day for the papers and conversation. Such a smart,caring and fun guy to talk to. I know he helped many people.I'am sure he has lots of friends in his new home,who will love to hear his stories.You have many good memories to fall back on and your love of each other will last forever and ever

Patricia OCallaghan

November 25, 2019

I reached out to AL when I needed help at SLoan Kettering and he made a call for me that saved my mothers life- He was a good friend,one of the best-so funny,smart and the guy you always wanted to be around. Love to you Nan Trish

Roz Hubbard

November 24, 2019

It was a pleasure meeting,conversing, and keeping him safe for so many years at the NYSE. May you rest in Eternal Peace!

Karen Hackett

November 24, 2019

Al was a great humanitarian, he helped so many people. So sorry for your loss

Liam Powell

November 24, 2019

God, keep your comforting arms around Nan, Alfie and Catherine and all of Al's family and friends. And God keep your eye open for Al. He's one of the good ones for sure.

November 24, 2019

Nan,My condolences on the passing of Alfred,he was a fine person and a good man, I am sure he is in the arms of Our Lord. Sincerely Peter Igoe

November 23, 2019

My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead. Psalms 119:76

Peter Biancardi

November 23, 2019

We are saddened with the passing of Alfred. Our deepest condolences to Nan and family.
Uncle Peter & Aunt Mary Biancardi

Gina Yockey

November 23, 2019

Dear Nan,
Sending prayers and condolences on Alfreds passing .
With much love,
Gina and Denton
Grayson and Gwyneth Yockey

Suzanne McNally

November 22, 2019

I am very thankful to have had an opportunity to meet and work with such a Wonderful , Caring, Individual. R.I.P.friend ❤

Douglas Matthews

November 22, 2019

Dear Nan and children. I was deeply saddened by the passing of Alfred. Please accept my condolences on this occurrence. He was a great person of immense accomplishments and will be missed.

Jennifer Falvey

November 22, 2019

Along with my children, Bryar, Griffin and Wynn, I send heartfelt condolences to Nan, Alfie, Catherine, and the entire family. May you find comfort knowing that Al was a great man, beloved by all who knew him. He gave more than he took and he will be remembered as a hero.
All my love, Jennifer Falvey

Joseph Corradino

November 22, 2019

RIP Al. Great man.

Ed Lopez

November 22, 2019

I had the pleasure of working with Al on the NYSE. A true gentleman and a most caring person. Al would go out of his way to help anyone he worked with. Be it the lowest to the most important , made no difference . A class act in every way. R.I.P. my friend .

Tom O'Brien

November 22, 2019

A loyal friend, colleague, and the best MC in history. So saddened by his passing at much too young an age. He will be missed by all who knew him. Deepest condolences to Nan and family. RIP

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25

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hoyt Funeral Home & Cremation Service - New Canaan

199 Main Street, New Canaan, CT 06840

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26

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

New York City, NY

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