Walter Dean Smoot

Walter "Smooty" Dean Smoot, age 81, of Neshannock Township, passed peacefully at home on November 23, 2020. Born on February 27, 1939 in New Castle, PA, he was the son of the late Jasper P. and Maude B. Bibb Smoot. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Jasper B. Smoot; his sister, Maxine Fuss; and his nephew, Curtis L. Smoot.

He is survived by his loving wife, Janet (Black) Smoot, whom he married on July 23, 1966; his daughters, Ronda Smoot of Monaca and Tami (Scott Taylor) Smoot of Hubbard, OH; and his son, Brian (Dana) Smoot of Enola, PA. He also leaves behind his beloved granddaughter, Bailee Smoot; his grandson, Brayden Smoot; his nieces, Karen Lynn (John) Kassi and April (Greg) Stafford; and his nephew, Jeffrey Bower.

Smooty worked for 47 years at New Castle Industries and later at Gajda Machine Shop as a machinist. In addition, he was a proud member of the New Castle Blue Lodge and the Hidden Valley Sportsmen's Club.

Smooty loved the outdoors "and everything." He was an avid hunter for 70 years, with many friends and memories. He dearly cherished the time he spent with his family.

The family would like to thank the staff at Kindred Hospice for their compassionate care.

There will be no public memorial service.

Arrangements by Cremation & Funeral Service by Gary S. Silvat, Inc.  Share memories or send condolences by visiting: www.crematepa.com.