Richard C. Smith

Richard C. Smith, 84, of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family. Richard was born on August 2, 1938 in Massillon, the son of the late Clarence and Evelyn (Moyer) Smith. Dick was a Washington High School graduate. He was a United States Army veteran. He ran Massillon Cabinet Shop after the death of his father. Dick was an avid hunter and golfer. He loved the outdoors.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and Dennis Smith.

He is survived by his children, Kelly (Dale Balazowich) Walker, Kimberly (Alan) Stanford, and Ryan (Stacey) Smith: grandchildren Jacob Dempster, Brandon (Danielle) Amigo, Erica Dempster, Emily (Joshua Whitson) Dempster, Corey Venables, Christian (Patience) Walker, Bailey Smith, Zachary Smith, Andrew Smith, Rylee Smith, Grayson Smith, and coming in June, Kai Smith; great-grandchildren, Liam Whitson, Ethan Dempster, Dennis Amigo, and Karlie Constable; brother, Kevin (Lisa) Smith; longtime special friend, Bobby Cowart; and numerous nieces, and nephews.

Cremation will take place. There will be no calling hours or services. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Traditions Health Hospice & Palliative Care: www.traditionshealth.com.

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