Richard E. Smith

Richard E. Smith, 82, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born in Ft Wayne, IN the son of the late Howard and Iris (Acker) Smith. He married Sharon Patterson, on July 12, 1958; she preceded him in death on February 16, 2015. Richard was a manager for Rogers Markets for 43 years retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, an avid golfer and a faithful lifetime Komets Hockey Fan since 1952. After his retirement, he enjoyed bowling, playing cards and golfing with his friends. One of his favorite things was spending time with his two granddaughters Emily & Lauren. Surviving son, Richard "Dan" (Joyce) Smith; daughter, Carolyn Smith both Ft Wayne; granddaughters, Emily (Jake) Schwerer Sandusky, OH and Lauren Smith Denver. CO.; great-grandson Isaac Schwerer; brother Robert W. Smith, Ogden, Utah. He was preceded in death by sisters JoAnn Trammel and Barbara Jean Smith, stepfather Don Ort. Funeral Service is at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Avenue with calling 1 hour prior. Calling also Tuesday, November 3 2020, 5:00 pm -7:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial in Decatur Cemetery, Decatur, Indiana. Memorials may be made to the Church Relief Society Fund. To view the online obituary, go to www.mccombandsons.com.