Mr. Rhonald “R.D.” Smith, age 72, Limestone, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2018 at his residence.
Mr. Smith was born in Washington County and a son of the late Robert and Thelma Shorter Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Billy Smith, a sister, JoAnn Keplinger and a brother, Harold Smith.
He was of the Baptist faith.
Mr. Smith was a retired Deputy from the Washington County Sheriff’s Department.
Survivors include a son, David Smith; three sisters, Stella Benfield (Mike Edwards), Doris Casey (Rick) and Marie Elkins; three brothers, Carl Mac Smith (Christine), Daniel Smith and Chad Smith (Aimee); two grandchildren, Cloee-Anna Smith and Chasity Smith; two great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces; and his beloved dog "Peanut".
The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and other times at the home of his sister, Stella.
Interment services will be conducted 2:00 pm Thursday, January 25, 2018 at Seviers Cemetery with Rev. Joey Murdock officiating.
Pallbearers will be family & friends.
01/25/2018
Jill keys emmert
Just found out about Ronnie if there was anyone who taught
me about real life it was him I have nothing but respect for this
man I never seen him mistreat anyone only help he saved me
several times at road runner may he rest in peace
I’m honored to have known this man and his family. My
condolences go out to the family. I love this man so much and
I have learned a lot from him. I will truly miss him. As of even
today I’ve been wanting to call him then I realize I can’t. My
prayers will always be with the family. I pray for peace to just
cover eachone in the family. My love goes out to each of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Sorry
for your loss.
you will be missed my friend..thank you for the training and wisdom in my early years as a young pair of boots my favorite quote from you " i took and told you"
01/23/2018
David Wayne and Sheri Lynne Smith
So much left unsaid and undone, but
we know you're watching over us along
side Bill in Heaven now. Thank you
for all you taught me in life. You'll
be missed forever...
David says to tell everyone thank you
for looking out after his daddy, he
misses everybody and hopes to see
y'all real soon.
