He was born January 18, 1953 in Batavia, a son of Jean S. Smith of Batavia and the late George E. Smith Jr.
Rick was the owner of the family business, George E. Smith Motors in Batavia, until his retirement in the late 1990’s. He was also an avid golfer and a lover of cars.
Surviving besides his mother is his wife, Mary Zak Smith of Batavia. Daughters, Marijeanne Bugenhagen of Buffalo and Michelle (Tony) Morgante of Akron. Son, Eric G. Smith of Ashburn, VA. Two grandchildren, Angelina and Tony Morgante. Step-son, Michael Zak of Batavia. Sisters, Cathie (Bob) Kersten of Buffalo and Peg (Bill) Lawrence of Batavia. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends are cordially invited to share in his Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday (February 22nd), 11:00am at Resurrection Parish, 303 East Main St., Batavia.
Memorial contributions in his name may be offered to a charity of the donors preference. Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.
ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD McANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 2 BOGUE AVE., BATAVIA, NY 14020. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.
