1966
Richard
2023
Richard Mark Smith
September 28, 1966 — June 19, 2023
Richard Mark Smith, 56 years of age of Rush Township, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania died on Monday, June 19, 2023, at home after a brief illness.
Born Wednesday, September 28, 1966 in Allentown, Pennsylvania the son of the late Rose Marie Smith, and Arlington Christman. Richard was also predeceased by his sister, Joann Black.
Surviving are; son, Ryan Smith; daughter, Kimberly Ann Nierer; brothers, Kenneth Smith, Michael Smith, George Smith, Joseph Smith; grandchildren, Kaiden, and Kailynn; companion and caregiver, Cindy Szacka.
Rick made a living driving truck until his health deteriorated. Rick had a good sense of humor and enjoyed hearing and telling a good joke. He jokingly referred to himself as "the smartest man in the world", which his son Ryan always found amusing. He enjoyed stock car racing, NASCAR, talking politics, but mostly enjoyed being with his family.
Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
Born Wednesday, September 28, 1966 in Allentown, Pennsylvania the son of the late Rose Marie Smith, and Arlington Christman. Richard was also predeceased by his sister, Joann Black.
Surviving are; son, Ryan Smith; daughter, Kimberly Ann Nierer; brothers, Kenneth Smith, Michael Smith, George Smith, Joseph Smith; grandchildren, Kaiden, and Kailynn; companion and caregiver, Cindy Szacka.
Rick made a living driving truck until his health deteriorated. Rick had a good sense of humor and enjoyed hearing and telling a good joke. He jokingly referred to himself as "the smartest man in the world", which his son Ryan always found amusing. He enjoyed stock car racing, NASCAR, talking politics, but mostly enjoyed being with his family.
Private arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. (570) 668-2550
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com
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