Richard V. Smith, Sr., age 79, of Columbus, died Saturday, January 8, 2022 at OSU Hospital East. He was born on June 10, 1942 in Columbus, Ohio. Son of the late John Melvin and Gloria (White) Smith, Sr. He was the owner of an auto mechanic shop and was passionate about working on old cars. He especially loved his 57 Chevy. A proud, strong, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and son, he was a great defender of everyone he loved. He will be sorely missed by his children, Troy Smith, Mina Smith (William) Turner, Angela Smith (William) Lisath, Kathleen Smith Tucker, Richard V. (Myrine) Smith, Jr., and Khrista Smith. Brian (Susan) Norris, Damon Norris, Sr., and Maricka Norris, (whom he raised and loved as his own), a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his loving sisters, Myrna (Louis) Byrd, Kathleen Johnson, Sharon Alston, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah (Norris) Smith and brother, John Melvin Smith, Jr. Richard attended Columbus East High School, was in the Ohio National Guard and called to active duty by the U.S Army. He loved attending Car Shows for vintage vehicles and his vocation of working on cars. He taught this to all of his children as well. Family will announce services later in the Spring. Private interment at Glen Rest Memorial Estates, Reynoldsburg. Arrangements entrusted to SCHOEDINGER EAST, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43232.
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