Richard E. Smith died on July 25, 2017 at the age of 79. He was born on Dec. 15, 1937, in Iola, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lola and Erva Smith, and two sisters, Mary and Dee. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; sons, Stephen (Beth), Scott (Debbi) and Dick. He is also survived by grandchildren, Adam (Megan), Jennifer (Chad), Jessica, Alex, Michael, Brendan, Ethan, Nick (Kate), Nathan, Makenzie (Zac); and four great-grandchildren, Anna Grace, Sam, Simon and Jude. Other survivors are two sisters, Pat and Judi, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Richard graduated from Nowata High School in 1956. He served four years in the Navy aboard the submarine, USS Spinax, as an electronics technician. He then attended Oklahoma State University, graduating with a degree in electrical engineering. He loved fishing, hunting, and attending OSU sporting events. He loved his OSU Cowboys and was very patriotic. Spending time with his family was important to him and he especially enjoyed holidays. Richard worked as a design engineer and retired from Seagate. He made many friends throughout his career. He was baptized at St. Patrick Catholic Church in 1985. A wake service will be held on Friday, July 28, at 7:00 p.m. at Mercer-Adams Funeral Service, 3925 N. Asbury, Bethany. A funeral Mass will be held on Sat., July 29 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 2121 N. Portland, OKC. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Patrick Church or The Hugs Project for care packages for the military, 720 W. Wilshire, Suite 105, OKC 73116. You fought the good fight, good and faithful servant. We will miss you! Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, July 29, 2017 10:00 AM St. Patrick Catholic Church 2121 N. Portland Oklahoma City, OK 73107