Richard F. "Red Dog" Smith

Richard F. Smith

1951 – 2025

Richard F. Smith, age 74, of Willistown died peacefully on August 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by parents Raymond and Margaret (née Montgomery) Smith. He is survived by his beloved wife Eileen (née Potts) Smith, loving children Mariellen (Raj Kumar), Brian, and Colleen Smith, and grandchildren Rani and Kirin Kumarsmith. He is also survived by his four siblings Raymond, Robert, Margaret, and Gary Smith.

Richard, lovingly known as "Red Dog" by lifelong friends, was born in Collingdale, PA, where he lived until he graduated from Monsignor Bonner High School in 1969. He was a member of the swim team at Bonner and remained close with many of his grade school and high school friends throughout his life. After high school, Richard went on to St. Joseph's University, where he graduated with a B.S. in Business.

Richard had a very successful career in banking, which saw him work for many different banks and had him move from Philadelphia to Baltimore, then Richmond, VA for 17 years, and finally to Raleigh, NC, where he would retire from First Citizens Bank as a Senior Vice President.

Upon retiring, Rich moved back to his roots in Philadelphia to be close to his family. In retirement, Rich loved playing golf, swimming, vacationing with the family and friends, rooting for Philly sports (go birds!), and spending time with his grandkids.

Richard was married to the love of his life, Eileen, for 48 years. They were made for each other, sharing the same sense of humor and a steadfast loyalty to their family and friends. Rich and Eileen were blessed with three wonderful kids and two amazing grandkids, along with a close family of nieces, nephews, and cousins. While the past year was tough on Rich, he was overwhelmed at the love and support that he and Eileen received from some of the most loving family and friends who were there to support them. The family is forever grateful for their compassion.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday, September 8, 2025 beginning at time 9am at St. Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, where his Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30am. Interment will be at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please considering donating to the Penn Abramson Cancer Center at:

http://givingpages.upenn.edu/RememberingRichSmith

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