Arthur R. Smith Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Arthur R. Smith (Fort Wright, Kentucky), who passed away on June 18, 2025 at the age of 75. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Arthur R. Smith to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur J. Smith and Ruth E. Smith; and his sister Sandra Smith Frommeyer. He is survived by: his wife Diane Bertke Smith; his son Benjamin Bertke Smith (Jessica); his grandsons, Derek, Blake, Logan and Luke Smith; and his sister Patty Smith Gibson. He is also survived by his nephews and many great nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 26th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Middendorf Funeral Home (3312 Madison Pike, Fort Wright, KY 41017). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 26th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the same location.
Sympathy may be expressed by a memorial contribution to: American Heart Association, or Stray Animal Adoption Program (SAAP) at the link provided below. In memory of Arthur R. "Cotton" Smith, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities: Stray Animal Adoption Program American Heart Association.
