Jeffrey Dean “Jeff” Smith, 61, of Richmond, Indiana passed away Thursday January 5th 2023, with family by his side. He was born December 29, 1961, to Rev. Richard and Judy Smith in Richmond, Indiana. He was an active member of Alliance Bible Church for many years. He loved to attend BSF (Bible Study Fellowship). He was a member of the Jaycees organization and played Santa in the Richmond Square Mall for many years. Jeff was an avid Pittsburg Steelers fan. He loved to watch WWE with his family as well as riding his bicycle all around town. His sticky fingers would always find your pen if you left one laying around him claiming “it’s the best writing pen”. He leaves to cherish his memory his father and mother Rev. Richard and Judy Smith, his wife Alice of 35 years, a son Brian (Danielle) Evans, three daughters Brittany (Harry) Lutz, Kasey (Nick) Parrish, and Jami (Fred) Smith, 10 grandkids that he loved dearly. Brothers Rodney (Melelani) Smith, Dirk Smith, Eric Smith, Jerry Smith and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his best fur babies Lou, Snickers, Castor, Pollux, Abby, Storm, Cali, Tigger, Elliot, Rajah, and Gizmo.
Celebration of life will be January 14, 2023 at The First Nazarene Church/ Alliance Bible Church 1600 Chester Blvd. Richmond, Indiana at 11 am with dinner to follow as Jeff loved to eat and chit chat with family and friends.
I will miss you “Bonehead”. I will never forget all the great times we had while growing up. You will be missed.
We were shocked when you called to let Steve know you were in the hospital. The last text from Steve to you and back was I love you. What a precious gift of friendship that existed long before I had the privilege to get to know you and Alice. I admired you so much for your strength and determination in finishing the Reid Rides. You left behind a beautiful family, whom I am sure have peace knowing they will be able to see you again because of your love for Jesus. We will too! Love and prayers will continue to go up for the family – until we meet again.
Son, Dad Here,
You’ll be missed greatly. Mom and I talk about the times we have had together when you were with us.
I Just does seem possible that you will not be calling us anymore, but you’re with the Lord. And now your with Grandma Stevens and Grandma Stevens. We will all be together some day. I will miss.our talks. About my John Wayne Movies.
Dad with Love.