Richard "Smacka" McDermott's obituary , Passed away on April 10, 2026 in Newburyport, Massachusetts
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Richard "Smacka" McDermott

August 27, 1947 - April 10, 2026 (78 years old)

Newburyport, Massachusetts

Richard "Smacka" McDermott's obituary , Passed away on April 10, 2026 in Newburyport, Massachusetts
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August 27, 1947 - April 10, 2026 (78 years old)

Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Richard McDermott Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard McDermott of Newburyport, Massachusetts, who passed away on April 10, 2026 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas McDermott and Nellie McDermott; and his siblings, Thomas, Jack, Wayne, Leo, Bobby, David, Dorothy, Jane and Alice.

He is survived by: his children, Kim Kane and Vicki McGrath; his grandchildren, Alyssa Gaigg, Scott LaPlante, Caitlyn Kane, Tyler Kane, Zachary Fowler and Brendan Kane; and his pet Daisy. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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April 17, 2026

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“For several years i worked with "Smacka" in the composing room of the Nbpt. Daily News. It was a pleasure to know him and work with him. Altho much time has passed he's remembered fondly. "Smacka" never ceased to brighten our days. May he rest in blissful peace. Barbara (Standley) Hutchinson”

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Belleville Cemetery
26 Storey Ave, Newburyport, MA 01950

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