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LANCASTER: Ronald Noel Smith, 85, of Lancaster, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Lanfair in Lancaster.
He worked for Central Ohio Federal Savings and Loan in Columbus and moved to Lancaster in 1970 to work for Equitable Savings and Loan from where he retired after which he worked with Jones Cochenour and Company.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where he was a long time member of the choir. He was also a member and past president of Sertoma where he helped establish a sister club in Russia. Ron initiated the Shelby High School Class of '47 Scholarship Fund. Many students have benefited from this generous program.
After graduating from Otterbein University, he enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Korean War. Ron was a long standing member of the Fairfield Historical Society, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and he coached Little League. He gave generously to many charities. He was a founding member of the "Do Nothing Club".
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, William Noel and Florice Smith; brother, James Smith and "the love of his life", his wife of 61 years, Peg (Margaret).
Ron is survived by three daughters, Judy Smith of Lancaster, Christy White (Brian) of Lexington, OH, and Terri Fosnaugh (Richard) of Fredericktown, OH; three grandchildren, Laurie Kays (Shane) of Rushville, Matt White (Tyline) of Pataskala and Becca Geib (Seth) of Perrysburg, OH; two great grandchildren, Aydan Noel Kays and Owen Andrew White; brothers, Paul Smith of Wake Forest, NC and Fred Smith (Mary Sue) of Galion, OH; sister-in-law, Shirley Smith (James) of Atlanta, GA and his dog, Lishka.
A celebration of life will be held 1 pm, Saturday, March 21 at the First Presbyterian Church. With Reverend Mathew Richardson officiating. The family is being served by the Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to FairHoPe Hospice and the First Presbyterian Church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Smith
March 27, 2015
Dear Judy and family, We were so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I enjoyed working with him at FHA and also we had some nice visits with both your mom and dad. They were two wonderful people. With deep sympathy, Chris and Tom Moe
mike & cindy Kitsmiller
March 21, 2015
Judy & Family. Sorry for your loss, let us know if we can help in any way.
Rhonda Spangler Latham
March 20, 2015
Judy, Christy, and Teri, I'm sending prayers for comfort and peace at this sad time.
Crystal Miller RA @Primrose
March 20, 2015
Sorry for the loss of your loved one.
March 19, 2015
Smith fanily: We are sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Not only do our prayers go out for Ron, but to all of you. Aunt Margaret, Chuck, Georgene & Chris. God Bless.
Ellagene (Ellie) Diley
March 18, 2015
So sorry to hear about Ron's passing. We had some good visits during his stay at Fairfield Village. He was a very SPECIAL person and I am fortunate to have met him.
Karen Smith
March 18, 2015
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a good man and I am glad I got to know him when I worked for the Fairfield Heritage Association.
Tim& Tammy Gordon
March 18, 2015
So sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Tim & I have fond memories of both Ron & Peg and all they did for us and our sons. We were so fortunate to have them as our next door neighbors for many years & truly miss them both. God Bless your family during this difficult time.
Martin Folk
March 18, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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