Ronald Smith
January 13, 1943 — May 19, 2025
Ronald Larry Smith, 82, of Ray, OH, passed away May 19, 2025, at 3:40pm, at Vineyards at Concord, after an extended illness.
He was born January 13, 1943, in Chillicothe, to the late Charles and Georgeana (Cunningham) Smith. On June 24, 1966, he married Carolyn Sue Diehl who proceeded him in death on June 23, 2024.
Ron is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Bradley (Patty Haller, OD) Smith; grandchildren: Bradyn Smith; Kaylin, Isaac and Cathryn Smith; sister and brother-in-law Charlotte (Phil) Wells; brother and sister-in-law Daniel (Karen) Smith; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and son Aaron Smith.
Ronald Larry was a graduate of Southeastern High School, Class of 1960. Ron spent his entire work career at Mead Paper Company Chilpaco Division on the paper machines, and retired with over 40 years of service. In his retirement years he loved to antique, spend time with family, and catch up with friends and neighbors at the Londonderry Donut shop.
In accordance with his wishes, cremation service is under the direction of Haller Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will receive friends from 5-7pm Wednesday, May 28, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to either: Ross County Senior Citizen's, 1842 Western Ave., Chillicothe, OH 45601; or Adena Health Foundation-Hospice Fund, 9 S. Paint St., Chillicothe, OH 45601.