Richard Smith's Obituary
Richard Dale Smith, 65, of Decatur passed away on October 2, 2016 in McKinley Court Care Center.
Richard was born on October 7, 1950 in Decatur the son of Paul A. and Leona B. (Finley) Smith. He had worked for many years as a security guard and was in the National Guard in the 1970’s.
Surviving are his brothers, Mark A. Smith of Argenta; Randall L. Smith of Decatur; David O. Smith of Decatur; and several other family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul A. Smith and Leona B. Decker.
Committal service to celebrate Richard’s life will be 11 AM Thursday, October 6, 2016 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Thursday in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home.
The family of Richard Dale Smith is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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