Fred W. “Freddy” Smith, 67 of Richwood, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday April 30, 2024 at his home.
He was born September 28, 1956 in Kenton to the late Tucker and Janet Ann (Zuspan) Smith.
Freddy was a lifelong resident of Richwood. He graduated from North Union High School in 1975 and went on to study auto mechanics and welding in Nashville, TN. He then embarked upon a career as a mechanic, rising to become a service manager in several local shops, including Mills Chevrolet, Bobcat of Columbus and Parrott Implement.
Freddy was, from birth, an adventurer and lover of the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, swimming, golf, and was a gifted high school baseball player. Freddy was an avid Ohio State sports fan, who never missed a chance to watch a game and root on his beloved Buckeyes. He was also a dedicated Cleveland Guardians fan. However, Freddy was most known for his fierce love of and loyalty to his family, both near and far.
He is survived by his two sons, Tucker (Shavon) Smith of Radnor and Paul Smith of Bellbrook.
Siblings, Greg (Marjorie Williams) Smith of Sylva, North Carolina, Juli (Frank) D’Ascendis of New Jersey, and David (Jim Fitzgerald) Smith of Folcroft, Pa.
Services celebrating Fred’s life will be held Friday May 10, 2024 at 7:00 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in Richwood. Pastor Joseph Rhea will officate. Friends may call starting at 5:00 pm on Friday at the funeral home in Richwood. Private burial will take place in the Claibourne Cemetery.
Memorial gifts may be made to: R.E. A. P. (the Richwood food pantry) at 235 Grove Street Richwood, Ohio 43344
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com.