Ronald Smith Obituary
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Surviving are his wife, Nancy Smith of Williamsburg; one daughter, Diana Lynn (Melvin) Horner of Williamsburg, IN; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and one sister, Rita Smith of Wabash, IN.
Ronald was preceded in passing by his parents and one son, Michael A. Smith.
Mr. Smith served in the National Guard. He was a member of Darrow Church of Christ, where he served as a past elder. Ronald enjoyed camping, working in his tool shop, riding motorcycles with his wife and friends in the past. He loved spending time with his family and friends, as well as family trips and vacations. He was a wonderful Husband, Dad, and Grandpa and will be missed by all who knew him.
Cremation rites are being handled by Knapp Funeral Home in Watseka. There will be a private graveside service at a later date at Sheldon Cemetery in Sheldon, IL.
Memorials may be made to Darrow Church of Christ.
Please share a memory of Ronald at knappfuneralhomes.com. To send flowers to the family of Ronald, please visit our floral store.
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John and Diane Conner
November 20, 2025
Friends forever!!! Gone but never forgotten Lots of good laughs over the span of many years. We will never forget His wit and humor. Time sure does fly by too fast. Now its his time to fly high and sore . Untill we meet again so long for now dear friend! See you later down the road. Love you, John and Diane Conner
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