Ryan D. Smith

Ryan D. Smith, age 45, of Frankfort, NY, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, unexpectedly at his home. He will be remembered for his love of his family, his dogs, his love of classic cars, hockey, football, and a general love of all sports.

Ryan was born on September 12, 1981, in Herkimer, NY and was raised and educated in Ilion.  He was also a graduate of Herkimer Community College. At a time, Ryan lived in Dallas, TX, and Clinton, NY, before settling in Frankfort. Ryan had a strong passion for working in the restaurant industry, he was a personal trainer while living in Texas, and also had his own jersey and 3-D printing business. 

Ryan is survived by his mother, Michele DeRocco-Smith; his beloved dogs, Stormy-Skye, Gia-Bell, and especially, Guinness, a mans true best friend. He is also survived by his grandfather, Michael E. and the late Maureen DeRocco of Ilion; his loving aunt and uncle, Melissa Zalocka and her husband, Ronald of Ilion; his cousins, Miranda Edwards and her son, Maverick of Ilion, Brady Zalocka of Ilion; uncles, Mark DeRocco of Ilion and Michael J. DeRocco and his wife Connie of Reno, NV. Ryan also leaves his best friend, Sonny, who Ryan saw as a brother to him.

Ryan was predeceased in death by his father, the late Terence Smith.

In keeping with the wishes of his family, there will be no services at the funeral home, Ryan's family will honor his life in their own special way. In lieu of flowers, Ryan’s family asks that you may consider a memorial donation to the American Heart Association.

Ryan's family has entrusted his funeral arrangements to the Enea, Ciaccia & Applegate Family Funeral Directors. 315-894-8000.

Online notes of sympathy may be left at www.eneafamily.com.