William Richard Smith Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on November 17, 2025, at the age of 91, William Richard Smith (Asheville, North Carolina) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping William's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He is survived by: his wife Cynthia Elaine "Lainey" Smith; and his children, Stephanie Lynn Smith, Stacy Ann Smith Poznick, Cameron Scott Smith, Clarice Marie Vinje Marcin, Valerie Jean Vinje DelCarlo, Cosette Ruth Vinje Ctvrtlik, Eric Arthur Vinje, Wesley Eugene "Chip" Hall, Jr. and Jennifer JoAnne Hall. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
