Ralph Jerome "Rosie, Jerry" Smith

RALPH (ROSIE, JERRY) JEROME SMITH
August 3, 1937 ˜ October 28, 2024

Ralph Jerome Smith, aged 87, passed away on Oct. 28, 2024, in Vancouver, WA. Born on Aug. 3, 1937, Ralph, affectionately known by many as Rosie or Jerry, was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who cherished his time with his family.
Ralph is survived by his loving wife, Pam Smith; daughter, Darsie Slawson (Pat); son, Jason Smith (Stephanie); grandchildren, Justin Smith, Tayler Rounsley (Jonah), Grady Smith, and Jacob Slawson (Katrina); great-granddaughters, Millie and Lyla Smith; and his sister, Jane Neder. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Willanna Smith; and his sister, Nancy Smith.
Raised in Vancouver, Ralph attended Fruit Valley Primary School and graduated from Fort Vancouver High School. He began his career working for the railroad before transitioning to sales, where he spent the majority of his career at Standard Building Materials, establishing himself as a remarkable salesman within the building industry.
Ralph served honorably in the Army for two years, where he embraced the discipline and camaraderie that military life offered.
A man of many interests, Ralph was an avid fisherman, often found fishing locally with his close friends. He also enjoyed garage sailing, cooking, and bread baking, hobbies that he loved sharing with his family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor Ralph’s memory and legacy. He will be remembered as a loving and dedicated family man with a passion for life and a knack for making lasting connections. His warmth and generosity touched many lives, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
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