Ricky Carl Smith

Ricky Carl Smith, 64, of Gallipolis, Ohio passed away on Thursday June 11, 2020 in Gallipolis. Rick was born on September 9, 1955 in Gallipolis, Ohio, son of Stella Howell and the late Carl Smith. Rick was a Union Boilermaker with local #667 and the Gallipolis Chapter of the H.O.G. Club. He is survived by his children Dell (Rachel) Smith of Jackson, Ohio, Olivia (Jimmie) Skidmore of Patriot, Ohio, and Melissa (Don) Mays of Bidwell, Ohio, his mother Stella Howell of Ocala, Florida; grandchildren, Kennedy, Grayson, Landon, Leah, Braylin, Madison, and Drew; great grandchildren, Easton and Raelynn; brother Nick (Donna) Smith of Gallipolis, Ohio and a sister Debra Crenshaw of Ocala, Florida, uncles Roger (Sandi) Smith of Gallipolis, and David (Sandy) Smith of Phoenix, Arizona, longtime companion Judy Dever of Gallipolis; aunt, Joan (Kenny) Siders of Gallipolis In addition to his father Carl, Rick was preceded in death by his stepfather John Howell, grandparents Ardell and Lucille Smith. There will be a graveside service for Rick on Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Addison-Reynolds Cemetery at 1:00 P.M. There will be calling hours for Rick on Monday, June 15, 2020 at Willis Funeral Home from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. All those who visit are asked to practice social distancing guidelines. In lieu of flowers the family ask that you consider a donation to help with funeral expenses. Please visit www.willisfuneralhome.com to send e-mail condolences.