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Glenn Smith Obituary
Richard served proudly and bravely in the US Army from April 1956 until his honorable discharge in April 1958, when he reenlisted and transferred to the US Army Reserve service until March of 1962.
Richard was employed with and retired from Chevrolet after 40 years of employment. He was a Skate Instructor at Melody Skateland. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family, camping, boating, motorcycle riding, telling stories about his past and tinkering on projects in the barn. Richard loved to share his experiences & knowledge with others. He also liked going to the Casino and weekly runs to browse the Goodwill and Big Lots stores. Richard had an infectious smile. He was loved by so many and will be missed by all.
Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Donna M. (Lindblom) Smith; sons Scott (Denise) Smith of Brownsburg, IN and Kent (Cindy Pritchett) Smith of Plainfield, IN; daughter Kim (Gordon) Young of Pittsboro, IN; grandchildren Tyler Smith, Dakota Young and Kayden Young; five great grandchildren; and nephews Bradley Smith and Ben Hagen.
A celebration of life will be held on March 29, 2025, at Avon American Legion Post 145, 4812 E Main St, Avon, IN 46123 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm. There will be a tribute with military honors at 2:00 pm at the legion.
In lieu of flowers...donations may be made to Avon American Legion Post 145, in honor of Richard.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Dave Runyan
March 27, 2025
Dearest Kent and family. We just received the news about your father's passing and our hearts go out to you. We will be there to celebrate his life and legacy with you. We wanted to extend our love and condolences. Much love Dave and Laurie.
Michelle Green
March 4, 2025
I loved my uncle Richy very much ,He was Funny and had a great laugh,most of the memories I had of him was when I was a child back then our family got together a lot more often then but I remember every time He went to leave he would say see you in jail ! Witch was meant to be funny , I miss you Uncle Richy see you heaven
Don and Jean Sanders
March 3, 2025
We had the pleasure of knowing Richard for a very short time in our lives but enjoyed his infectious smile and great sense of humor. He played a mean game of darts! He was very creative by taking discarded items and making something very useful. Our thoughts and prayers are with Donna and the family - he will be missed.
Don and Jean
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Mike Roessler
March 1, 2025
Such a great guy.... I´m lucky to have known Richard and the Smith family my entire life as my dad Ron Roessler and Richard were friends as they were growing up and in my dads words "Richard was the best friend he ever had..." All the stories from camping, cookouts and just family gatherings warm the heart, definitely will be missed. Prayers for the family and friends.
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