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Ricky Smith Obituary
He was born in York County and lived in Felton. He was the son of Kenneth and Romaine (Koontz) Smith.
Rick is survived by his brothers, Kenneth and wife Sue, and Dennis and wife Sharon, sister Sonja Shaull, brother-in-law William Runkle. He also had four nephews and five nieces, three step nephews and one step niece. He was preceded in death by both his parents and one sister, Sandra E. Runkle.
His real name was Ricky, but everybody knew him as Rick. He liked playing cards, reading, and doing his word find books. He loved being around his family. He also loved animals.
Services will be private at the family's convenience, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA.
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