Steve “Big Dad” Smith of Pasadena passed away peacefully on July 5th. He worked as an Instrument Technician at the Deer Park Shell Refinery and retired after 40 years. During that time he also served as Chairman of the Health and Safety Committee and was President of United Steel Workers Local 13-1 for several years.
Steve will be remembered as a loving husband and father, as well as a talented songwriter, singer, and guitar picker.
He is survived by his loving wife Rene and his four children: Kevin, Greg, Stefanie and Allen. He will also be missed by his faithful doggie companion Delia Girl.
Services will be held on Monday, July 9, at Rosewood Funeral Home, 3939 Pasadena Boulevard with the viewing at 1:00 PM and the Celebration of Life service at 2:00 PM.