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Richard Smith Obituary

Richard A. Smith HANAHAN - Entered into eternal rest on the morning of March 2, 2012, Richard Alvin Smith, husband of Aicha Smith of Hanahan, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Alvin Smith are invited to attend his Liturgy of Christian Burial at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at 10:30 am. Prayers of Final Commendation and Farewell will follow in Carolina Memorial Park. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, 2180 Greenridge Road on Monday between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm with a prayer service at 6:00 pm. Mr. Smith was born on November 14, 1943 in Tucson, AZ the son of Angus T. Smith and Marcia Ward Smith. He was a US Navy veteran consultant in Civil Service and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Aicha Smith of Hanahan, SC; mother, Marcia Smith of Folly Beach, SC; daughter, Lisa Delamater of Manassas, VA; two brothers, Angus Smith of Folly Beach, SC and Timothy Smith of James Island, SC; two sisters, Sandra Hickman of Folly Beach, SC and Jean Smith of James Island, SC; and one grandson, Christopher Delamater. He was preceded in death by his father, Angus T. Smith. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2012.

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Randy Benoot

March 21, 2012

I've known and worked with Richard for many years here in Dallas and he was truly a very good friend. I along with everyone here at the Dallas, NWIRP Facility will truly miss this special person.

Truman Little

March 8, 2012

I have only known Richard since 1999 when he would visit the Dallas NWIRP. He was always courteous but professional and I was proud to call him my friend.

Amanda Woods

March 8, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Smith family and friends.

Amanda Woods

March 7, 2012

Richard was one of the finest people anyone could ever meet and have a business relationship with. I spent many hours and years with him while working at Chance Vought Aircraft. My very best to his family in this loss. Don Higginbotham

David Langol

March 6, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Smith family. Lisa, I have fond memories of your father and was saddened to learn of his passing. Please know that you're in my thoughts right now.

Mike Murray

March 5, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Richard's family during this difficult time. I worked with Richard at VSE Corporation but was unaware of his condition. He was a fine man and will be sorely missed.

Mayor Blackwell and City Council

March 5, 2012

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your loved one. Your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers. Mayor Minnie Blackwell and Hanahan City Council: Michael Sally, Joel Hodges, Jeff Chandler, Mike Dyson, Kevin Cox, and Dan Owens

March 4, 2012

I had not seen Richard in many years and was unaware of his condition. Joy and I send our condolences for your loss and pray for your family in your time of mourning. Joy and Rob Bolus

March 3, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Ken and Lynn Holland, Folly Beach

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