Michael S. Smaldon, age 20, of Boonville, passed away on October 29, 2026 at SUNY Upstate Medical Center. Even in his passing, Michael continued to give to others. Through his decision to be an organ donor, he gave the precious gift of life and left behind a final act of kindness that will continue to touch others for years to come.

Michael was born in New Hartford on October 26, 2006, to Erica Rositano and John Smaldon Jr. He currently was employed in the concrete and construction business working for Smaldon's Contracting. He was a hard worker and took great pride in his skills.

Michael was a true outdoorsman who found his greatest joy in the wild whether he was hunting, fishing, or tearing up the trails on his four wheeler and dirt bike.

Michael is survived by his mother, Erica Barretta; his father, John (Mackenzie) Smaldon, Jr.; his sisters, Nikki (Jon Hoffman) Major, Brandi (Mike Helmer) Smaldon, Sophia Smaldon, and Madison Barretta; his brothers, Steven (Kerry Neuman) McNally, Matt (Harley) Smaldon, Brian (Emily Giarrusso) Smaldon, and Giovanni Foster; his maternal grandmother, Judy Rositano; grandparents Joe (Doreen) Rositano; his step-grandparents, Cherrie "Nin" Coe and David Leffingwell;his nephews, Blake Major, Scott Sook III, and Jordan Smaldon; his nieces, Adrianna Smaldon, Kayleigh Hoffman, and Izzy Helmer; his high school sweetheart, Cece Carbone; many close friends; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Relatives and friends may pay their respects on Monday, November 9, from 12 to 2 PM, at the Barry Funeral Home, 807 W. Chestnut Street, Rome. A service will be held at 2 PM and he will be laid to rest in St. Mary's Cemetery following the service.

Please offer online condolences at: www.barryfuneralhome.com.