Augustin Smith Jn Baptiste, known to his loved ones as "Mr. Steve," peacefully passed away at home on April 19, 2024, in Brooklyn, New York, at the age of 83.

Born in St. Lucia, W.I., Mr. Steve will always be remembered by his family as a jovial, funny, confident, resourceful, and helpful individual. An overall hardworking family man, he brought joy to others through his passion for cooking, listening to music, and playing his banjo. He found solace in tuning in to Mets games on the radio, watching cowboy and Karate movies, and entertaining his family and friends. Mr. Steve had a special love for showcasing the sights of New York City to visitors from St. Lucia.

Memorial services to honor Mr. Steve's life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 8:00 am at Dekalb Funeral Services, Inc, located at 491 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn.  The final resting place for Mr. Steve will be Cypress Hills Cemetery. Repast to reminisce, celebrate and honor Mr. Steve will be held at 193 Vernon Ave, Brooklyn.

Please send cards directly to the family home.

Dekalb Funeral Services, Inc of Brooklyn, New York, is entrusted with the arrangements for Mr. Steve's services, ensuring that his memory will be cherished by all who knew him.