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Eric Robert "Ricky" Smith obituary, Wallingford, CT

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Eric Smith Obituary

Eric "Ricky" Robert Smith, age 65, departed this life on October 10, 2025, at Apple Rehab Rocky Hill. He was born in Bristol, CT on February 20, 1960 to the late Robert and Joyce (Stapleford) Smith. Eric was a free spirit. He loved walking in nature, bicycling, holidays, family gatherings, and he especially loved indulging in his favorite desserts and coffee. Eric is survived by his brother Kevin Smith and his wife Leslie, sister Sherry Frenette and her husband Vinny, and brothers Elliott Plummer and Carlton Plummer. He was predeceased by his sisters Brenda Smith, Kelly Plummer, and brother Aaron Plummer. All services are private and at the convenience of the family. The B.C. Bailey Funeral Home of Wallingford, Connecticut has been entrusted with the arrangements. To leave a message of remembrance, please visit www.BaileyCares.com To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Eric "Ricky", please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Oct. 11, 2025.

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