Richard Lee Smith Obituary

We are sad to announce that on March 26, 2020, at the age of 83, Richard Lee Smith (Kearney, Nebraska), born in Luther, Iowa passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Smith and Nancy Smith (Steen). He is survived by: his wife Deborah Redfern of Kearney; his daughter Erica (Lonnie Kotschwar); his grandchildren, Anthony and Christine of Fremont; his daughter Malinda Hock; his grandchildren, Izabel, Greyson and Stella of Wymore; his daughter Alicia (Derek Richards); his grandchildren, Addison and Harper of Hays Center; and his son Devon Smith of Kearney.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
O'Brien Straatmann Redinger Funeral Home

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March 28, 2020

Barbara Colvin wrote a sympathy message

“I was friends with Richard when he worked at Montgomery Ward many years ago. He was a very caring person and a hard worker. So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. He will be fondly remembered.”

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