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Richard Smith Obituary

SMITH Richard K. Smith, age 63, of Westerville, Saturday, March 31, 2007, at St. Ann's Hospital. Member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Westerville. U.S. Army Veteran of Vietnam War. Member of Armed Forces Community Relations Council, Vietnam Veteran War, Inc., Post 8, V.F.W. Post #15036, 145th Combat Aviation Vietnam Assoc. and American Legion Post #0443. Survived by loving wife of 39 years, Andrea M.; children, Timmothy K. (Marcie) Smith of Westerville, Chris (Mike) Langhans of Westerville and Matthew Smith of Orlando, Fla.; 2 granddaughters; 1 sister; and 4 brothers; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service and burial will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2007, at Northlawn Memory Gardens in Westerville. Arrangements by the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, Westerville, Oh. Friends, if they wish, may contribute to the American Red Cross, Columbus Area Chapter, 995 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Apr. 4, 2007.

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Deb Metzger

May 2, 2007

To my Sister Andrea, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will miss Richard, he was a dear friend and in many ways like a brother to me. Love, Your Sister, Deb

Beth and Harry Yeprem

May 1, 2007

Andrea and Family,
I just don't know what to say. I still can't believe that Richard is gone. I'm so sorry that I've not called, but you all have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Some day we will all understand the "why's" to life! That will be the day we see our friends and family who have gone before us.
I do believe that Richard was met at Heaven's gate by Steve and they have having a ball. They both miss they wives...and families, but they know that you are all well taken care of and are at peace!
I know they are in the biggest, neatest Military Vehicle they can find and in the parade of their lives! I can just see their smiling faces! Do you think there is a TJ's in Heaven? If so, they have reserved seats around a big round table!
((((hugs))))
Beth and Harry

Lori Zappala

May 1, 2007

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts have been with you since I learned the news.

Its funny I was just thinking today about a Southwestern soup that Richard made in your cool bowls. I was so impressed by the soup. I think of it and Richard every time I see a similar recipe.

Mike & Patti Bookman

April 10, 2007

Andrea & Family, We'll miss Richard and know God will be standing next to him watching over all of you. Bless you.

Gene Wilt

April 4, 2007

Richard will be sorely missed he was a good friend and a good advocate for all Veterans.

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