Richard H. Smith, US Army (Retired) age 83, of Helena, died at St. James Hospital in Butte, on July 14, 2021, with family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents Sherman W. and Opal (Bobbitt) Smith and his loving wife Darlene J. (Luchau) Smith.
Richard is survived by his children: Timothy A. (Heather) and Sherman W. (Deb) Smith, and step-children: Jason Wood; Jennifer (Stan) Supinski, Kevin (Susan) Wood, James (Fritz) Wood, Brenda (Mark) Johnson, Danielle (Matt) Moreau, and Rodney (Lund) Wood; his 20 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to the Tri-County Special Olympics at:
https://www.somt.org/tri-county-area
A Rite of Committal with Military Honors will be held at 9 AM on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at Montana State Veterans Cemetery at Fort Harrison.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or share a memory of Richard.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Richard and his family.
Service Schedule
Rite of Committal
9:00 a.m.
Wednesday July 21, 2021
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison, Montana
Service Schedule
Rite of Committal
9:00 a.m.
Wednesday July 21, 2021
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Fort Harrison, Montana
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Kay Metcalf says
So many words to describe this man. He was someone of great understanding, devoted to family, and respectful. I feel heart-broken for each family member.
Love and Hugs to you all,
Kay Metcalf