Alan Ward Smith

It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Alan Ward Smith on July 25th, 2025 at age 72.

Predeceased by his father and mother, Fredrick and Elsie Smith and loving sister Melody McCall Liberty, he is survived by his two sons Ryan (Meaghan) and Tyler (Brigette) and his daughter Shannon. He was very proud of his six grandchildren Reagan (Ryan), Quinn and Paige (Tyler), and Andrew, Alynn, and Alec (Shannon). He also leaves behind his former spouse Holly Smith, his good friend and mother of their three children; his loving partner Catherine Holton; brother Eric Smith (Christine); brother-in-law Jim Liberty (Tiffany); nephew Russ Liberty (Cheryl); nieces Sheryl Liberty Liedtke (Chris); Rachelle Liberty (Scott), Kurt Smith (Sojaila), Gregg Smith, Kerry Smith Muench (Dave), and many, many other loving family members and cherished friends.

Alan was born on April 29th, 1953 to Fred and Elsie Smith and grew up in Chili New York. Alan began his longtime home building career working with his sister Melody, brother Eric and brother-in-law Jim. His path blossomed into a business partnership with Melody and Jim building beautiful high-end houses in Mendon, Pittsford, Brighton and other locations in the Rochester area. Alan took great pride in these accomplishments and achievements. Once on his own, he took his countless talents around the country continuing his building successes and leaving his mark in many states.

Alan was a well-respected member of his community. He was an avid car racing enthusiast, loved his performance cars along with his good friend Mark Eagan, enjoyed music (especially the blues), history, architecture and indulging his passion in taking his motorcycle across country visiting and exploring the national treasures and taking in the beautiful landscape.

He will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and love for his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and though he is gone from sight, he will remain in our hearts forever.

Alan’s celebration of life will be held at White Haven Memorial Park (210 Marsh Rd. Pittsford, NY 14534) on SATURDAY (August 16, 2025) at 1:00PM in the “All Seasons Chapel” In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Open Door Mission https://opendoormission.com/ (P.O. Box 14236, Rochester, NY 14614-0236) in his memory.