Richard Smith Obituary

We announce the death of Richard Smith of Pensacola, Florida, who passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 78. Richard will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Smith to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Corbett Clinton Smith Sr. and Norma Smith (Waitts); his wife Lynda; and his siblings, Corbett Smith Jr. and Kitty Trexler (Smith).

He is survived by: his sister Nancy Smith; his children, Sherry Lyn Byram (Tray), Richard Anthony Smith (Jim Peterson) and Daniel Justin Smith (Maybritt); his nephews, Clinton Trexler and Michael Trexler (Melanie); his great-nephews, Vincent, Steven, Gavin, Zachary and Joshua Trexler; his grandchildren, Kenneth, Matthew (Maggie), Ashley (Andrew), Natalie and Tristan; and his great grandchildren, Anderson, Adaline, Amelia, Maverick and Lane.

While the family is planning a reunion celebration to honor Rich, they request that donations be made to a charitable cause of choice in lieu of flowers to honor Rich's spirit.