Steven E. Smith, 67, of Lancaster, PA formerly of Ripley, NY passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Erie, PA he was the son of the late Vivian (Short) and Raymond Smith. He was the beloved husband to Lorinda (Knapp) Smith with whom he shared over 45 years of marriage.

Steven was a proud veteran of the US Army and the US Air Force. He served from 1975-1999. Steve was a dispatcher for Crossett company from 1999-2007 and worked for R. E. Marten company until 2019. He and Lorinda enjoyed traveling. They climbed Mt. Fuji, visited the Rhine River in Germany and traveled throughout the US. Steve was an avid collector of vinyl records. Most of all he cherished spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his half-sister Elizabeth Damon (Randy); his niece Jasmine and nephew Scott.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to www.Cuddly.com , an organization that helps support animals find loving homes and their care. Interment will be private.