Richard O’Neal “Smitty” Smith

Mr. Richard O’Neal “Smitty” Smith, age 70, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. 

The family received friends Tuesday Evening, May 26, 2026, at Williams Funeral Home of Eatonton from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Smitty was born in Miami, FL, on August 31, 1955, to the late Arthur O’Neal and Iva Enid McRae Smith. He was generous in spirit. He was a loving and caring father, husband, and brother who loved hunting and deep-sea fishing.

Smitty is survived by his wife, Kathy Smith of Eatonton, children, Rick Smith of Eatonton, Lara Smith of Eatonton, and Jairon Barcenas-Mendez, granddaughter, Katherine Stinnett, and other loving family members.

To express condolences and sign the guest book, please visit www.williamsfuneral.net. Williams Funeral Home of Eatonton has charge of arrangements.