Obituary of Richard Lee Smith

Richard Lee Smith, age 59, a resident of Albuquerque, went to join his Lord on March, 08, 2014. He was born June 22, 1954 in Belen, New Mexico to Billy Everet Smith and Betty Jo Mathis Smith. Richard was a loving and devoted father with a generous heart and a willingness to help anyone in need, no matter the cost to himself. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Laura Smith; daughter, Kady Smith; sons, Dallas and John Smith; and Justin Keller; mother, Betty Jo Allen; brother, Michael Smith; sister, Debbie Bolling; many other loving relatives and friends. Cremation will take place and a Celebration of Richard's life will be held on Friday March 14, 2014 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Taylor Ranch Community Center located at 4900 Kachina NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87120. Arrangements entrusted to Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque, 225 San Mateo Blvd. NE., (505)764-9663.