Russell Smith

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Russell L. Smith, 75, of Reeds passed away at 11:34 p.m. Wednesday April 13, 2016 at his residence. Russell was born July 6, 1940 in Carthage. He was the son of Clarence Smith and Thelma Smith. Russell was a lifetime resident of Carthage. He was self- employed having his own Lawn Care Business for several years. Russell was an honest, hardworking family man.

Russell was united in marriage to Lola Smith on April 22, 1963 in Oklahoma. She preceded him in death on September 18, 2014. Russell is survived by one son, Michael Smith, Sr. of Granby, MO, one daughter Peggy Hopper and her husband Jerry of Granby, MO, one brother Jay Smith of Sarcoxie, MO, three sisters Lorene Hendricks and her husband Buddy, Della Neel and Nancy Brooks and her husband all of Carthage. Four grandchildren, Jeremy, Jamie, Eric and Starlet and 7 great grandchildren. Russell was preceded in death by one grandson Michael Smith, Jr, 5 brothers Bobby, Manuel, Daniel, Robert and Roy Smith and one sister Linda Smith.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Pennsboro Cemetery Greenfield, MO. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2016. Online condolences maybe sent at www.ulmerfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ulmer Funeral Home.