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Richard D. Smith

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Richard D. Smith obituary, 1957-2022, Queensbury, NY

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1957

DIED

2022

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Richard Smith Obituary

Richard D. Smith

Feb. 5, 1957 - April 27, 2022

CORINTH - Richard D. Smith, 65, a resident of Corinth, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on February 5, 1957 in Glens Falls, NY he was the son of the late Floyd and Stella (Cross) Smith.

He graduated from Queensbury High School.

Richard started working for Northern Distributor in 1978. When it changed owners, he was one of the originals to assume position in Saratoga Eagle until his passing. He also worked part time at Tops Furniture in Hudson Falls.

He was a long time resident of Corinth, since 1988. In 1979, Richard married Nancy Whiting. He was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.

Richard is predeceased by his parents, Floyd and Stella Smith and his brother, Michael Smith.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Nancy L. Smith of Corinth, NY; his son, Adam and his wife Samantha Smith of McKinney, TX; and his two granddaughters: Ava Rose and Skyler Madison Smith of McKinney, TX. Richard is also survived by his siblings: Floyd Smith, Joann Connelly, Thomas Smith, William Smith, David Smith, Peter Smith, Paul Smith, Marylou Jones, Fred Smith, Susan Greene, Steven Smith and Danny Smith.

Funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family.

There are no calling hours scheduled.

For those who wish a special remembrance can be made to the family by visiting www.sbfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Rd., Queensbury.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Post-Star on May 3, 2022.

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Cathy and James skellie

May 5, 2022

Cousin Nancy, we are so sorry for your loss!

Jeff St. John

May 4, 2022

My condolences to Nancy & the Smith family on Rick's passing.

Ann

May 3, 2022

Nancy ,Adam and family I´m so sorry to hear about Rick passing. I would run into Rick often while he was delivering and always ask about you and Adam. Again my condolences to you all . This is so sad

Cindy Rathbun

May 3, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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