Upton - Steven D. Smith, 59  of Upton died unexpectedly on May 17, 2022 after a short illness.

Born in Framingham, MA, Steve was the son of the late M. Phyllis (Thivierge) and Wallace L. Smith of Southborough, MA.  Steve grew up in Southborough, MA.  He worked for 34 years as an interstate semi-tractor/trailer driver.  After retiring from tractor/trailer driving, he then transported disabled children and young adults to various schools and medical appointments.  At the time of his death, Steve was working for Tractor Supply Company in Millbury, MA.

Steve was a volunteer fireman in Southborough for several years and was also a member of the Uxbridge Antique Fire Museum and was the designated driver of the Museum's 1940 Seagrave Fire Engine.  Steve had many interests, but his real passion was photography, a hobby he excelled at.  Wherever he went, Steve's trusty camera equipment went with him and he was responsible for taking many beautiful family pictures as well as incredible wildlife and nature photos.

Steve leaves his beloved companion "Woody", a beautiful blue parakeet.  Steven leaves his siblings and their spouses Judith Uthoff (Roy) of Webster; Roderic Smith (Wendy) of Uxbridge;  Melinda McIntyre of Marlborough; and Laurel Stone (Michael) of Northborough.  He also leaves seven nieces and nephews as well as several great nieces and nephews.

There are no calling hours.  A committal service will be held at the Rural Cemetery in Southborough, MA at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 300 5 ^th Ave., Waltham, MA 02451 or the Diabetes Center of Excellence - UMASS Memorial Health, 55 N. Lake Ave., Worcester, MA 01655