Ronald R. Smith, 78, of Reedsville, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital. Born on June 19, 1946, in Bellefonte, he was the son of the late Elmer and Esther (Poorman) Smith. On May 16, 1992, he married his beloved wife, Deborah K. (McCalips) Smith, who survives at home after sharing 32 years of marriage together.
Ronald was a 1964 graduate of Bellefonte High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged in February 1971. Upon returning home from the service, Ronald worked as a skilled and accomplished carpenter for Veronisi Builders of State College until his retirement.
In addition to his wife, Deborah, he is survived by a son, Steven M. Smith (Chris) of Clarence, PA, and a daughter, Jill R. Foley (Sean) of Lawrenceburg, IN, and one grandson, Grant.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother.
Ronald was a member of the Runville United Methodist Church in Runville, PA. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers, as well as Penn State. He enjoyed just about anything that afforded him the opportunity to be outdoors, and especially loved fishing, hunting and going to camp. He also enjoyed watching and reading westerns.
A public viewing will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, at Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., 206 N. Spring Street, Bellefonte. Funeral services will begin at 12:00 PM with Pastor Jeanette Desmond officiating. The burial service will directly follow at Advent Cemetery in Milesburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Ronald to Centre County PAWS, 1401 Trout Road, State College, PA 16801 or to Pets Come First at 2451 General Potter Highway, Centre Hall, PA 16828.