James Richard "Rick" Smart's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2025 in Asheville, North Carolina

James Richard "Rick" Smart

March 31, 1960 - January 21, 2025 (64 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

James Richard "Rick" Smart's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2025 in Asheville, North Carolina

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Anders-Rice Funeral Home & Cremation Center

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James Richard "Rick" Smart

March 31, 1960 - January 21, 2025 (64 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

James Richard Smart Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Richard Smart (Asheville, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 21, 2025 at the age of 64. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Richard Smart to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his brother-in-law Rodney Buckner. He is survived by: his wife Roxie Smart; his children, Bradley Smart, Andy Smart and Stacie Pedersen; his grandchildren, Harper "Little Gal" Smart, Palmer "Sweet P" Smart, Ethan "It" Pedersen, Enslee "Boo" Pedersen, Elyn "Zimm" Pedersen and Drew "Big'Un" Smart; his mother Ruby "Mimi" Smart; his siblings, Randy Smart (C. J.) and Cindy Smart; and his nephew Matt "Matty Cakes" Smart.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 24th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Anders-Rice Funeral Home (1428 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Anders-Rice Funeral Home & Cremation Center



Fri

Jan 24

Visitation

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Anders-Rice Funeral Home
1428 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806

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