Ricardo was born on October 13, 1962 in Nassau, Bahamas, to parents Baney Smith and Marilyn Kerr.
He graduated from Norland Senior High School with his high school diploma. After high school Rick pursued a career as a Life Insurance Agent with Blue Cross Blue Shield. In 2014, he accepted a position as a Family Service Counselor with Service Corporation International at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens Central a Dignity Memorial Provider where he worked for 5 years.
Rick was a great family man, a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He married Ellen on December 6, 1990 and the couple had three loving sons together.
Rick is survived by his loving wife of 30 years Ellen, his sons; Rick II, Chad (Genay) and Raymond, his siblings Deidre, Tyrone (Lynda) and Pandora; his grandson Conner and his Godson Cheyenne. He is preceded in death by his father Baney Smith and sister Rochelle.
He was a social and active man who was deeply involved in his church for the majority of his life. He enjoyed spending time with his family, listening to music, and helping others. His family and friends will always remember him as a respectful and loving person.
Rick will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to know him.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnsouth.com for the Smith family.
