Ryan Smith Obituary
In loving memory of Ryan Smith of Minerva, Ohio, who departed this world on May 5, 2026 at the age of 53. Ryan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ryan Smith to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his mother Renee Smith (Forbes). He is survived by: his father James Smith of Minerva; his wife Heather Smith (Wilson); his children, Alyssa Bennett (Brendan) of Cortland, Rylan Smith (Jorden Baker) of Minerva and Ruger Smith of Minerva; his sister Shelly Ridzon (Rich) of Carrollton; his siblings-in-law, Christy Hawk of Rauslin Mills, A. J. and Taylor Mills; his nieces and nephews, Wyatt Ridzon, Lane, Logan Hawk and Tate Mills; and his mother-in-law Jodi Mills.
Visitation was held on Monday, May 11th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home (206 E Lincolnway, Minerva, OH 44657). A funeral service was held on Monday, May 11th 2026 at 8:00 PM and on Tuesday, May 12th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Minerva Youth Football Program.
