Ronald Lee Smith, 71, of Rushville died at 2 p.m. Dec. 2, 2020, at his residence.
He was born April 18, 1949, in Beardstown, a son of Floyd S. and Edna Louise Pieper Smith.
Surviving are his mother; one brother, Floyd Jr. Smith; two sisters, Mary F. (and Roger) Quigle of Colchester and Cheryl Smith of Rushville; one nephew; and five nieces.
He graduated from Rushville High School and served in the Army where he was a paratrooper. He was a truck driver until retirement.
He was a member of the Schuyler American Legion Post #4 and the Macomb Fraternal Order of the Eagles #3698.
A graveside service was held Sunday at Rushville City Cemetery with Rev. Stacy Tomich officiating and military honors by Schuyler American Legion Post #4 and a U.S. Army Honor Detail. Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville was in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Schuyler American Legion Post #4 or Macomb VFW Post #1921.
Condolences may be sent to www.worthingtonfh.com.
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