Richard Smith
May 11, 1941 - December 5, 2021
Sanibel, FL- Richard (Dick) Smith, 80, passed away on December 5, 2021 with his loving wife of 56 years by his side. He was born May 11, 1941 in New Straightville, OH. He was a graduate of Ohio University, a teacher and coach at Sheridan High School and retired from State Farm after 30 years. After becoming a full-time resident of Sanibel, Dick could be found soaking up the sunshine, walking the beach, driving his Crossfire or tinkering with stocks. He is survived by his wife Barbara of Sanibel, his daughter Harriet Wesig (her husband Randy) and granddaughter Evelyn of Daytona, Ohio, and stepbrother Terry McGrath( His wife Ruth Ann) of Logan, OH. Dick greatly appreciated all of the support and love from family: Beulah and Tom Gaitten, Harland and Norma Spencer, Ron and Jean Spencer, Ken and Patty Spencer, Robert and Betty Spencer, Wayne and Sharon Vincent and Roger and Georgie Waldie as well as many special friends who were like family. The family is planning a celebration of life after the holidays. In Lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 Health Park Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908.
Sanibel, FL- Richard (Dick) Smith, 80, passed away on December 5, 2021 with his loving wife of 56 years by his side. He was born May 11, 1941 in New Straightville, OH. He was a graduate of Ohio University, a teacher and coach at Sheridan High... View Obituary & Service Information