John Stephen Smith Obituary
We bid farewell to John Stephen Smith (Ashburn, Virginia), born in Wheeling, West Virginia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 22, 2025 at the age of 87. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact John had on those he encountered along his journey. Though John may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He is survived by: his wife Bernie; his child Msgr; his brother David C. Smith of Fairfax, VA; and his grandchildren, Dr. N. Reid Bolding (Claire) of Cleveland, OH, Pierce Bolding of Mobile, AL and Zoe Schoop of Key West, FL..
In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve's memory would be gratefully received by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington, https://secure.ccda.net.
