LACONIA - Steven James Dalton, 47 of 94 Warren Street, formerly a longtime resident of Belmont, died Saturday, April 14, 2012 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Laconia, the son of Raymond W. Dalton Jr. and Lorraine (Davey) Dalton Smith. Steven served in the US Air Force and was a Firefighter and EMT for the Belmont Fire Department for 21 years, retiring as Lieutenant. He was an active Rotarian and was voted to become the upcoming President for the year 2013. He currently worked as Code Enforcement Officer for the Town of Belmont and prior to that he worked for NHBB for 19 years. Steve was an avid NASCAR fan, formerly working as a member of Ricky Craven’s Busch North race team, he was also a Harley Davidson enthusiast.
He is predeceased by his Father and his beloved dog and best friend, Jasper.
He is survived by his son, Jason Nichols Dalton of Gilford, his mother, Lorraine Dalton Smith and her husband Larry of Lincoln, Maine and three step-sisters, Lauren Smith of Concord, NH, Colleen (Smith) Mulligan of Concord, NH, Erin (Smith) Mauer of Belmont, NH, Kyle Smith of Laconia, NH. and many family members, extended friends and fellow firefighters.
Calling hours will be held from 2 PM to 4 PM and from 7 PM to 9 PM on Thursday, April 19, 2012 at the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, using the Carriage House entrance. Funeral services will be held at 1PM on Friday, April 20, 2012 at the First Baptist Church of Belmont, 49 Church Street, Belmont with Pastor James F. Smith officiating. Steve will go to Park Cemetery in Tilton, escorted by his Brother Firefighters. He will be interred with Military recognition for his service to his country.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Belmont Fire Department Relief Association, PO Box 837, Belmont, NH 03220.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.