Ronald W. Smith, age 72 of Rhinelander, died April 4, 2019, at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital in Rhinelander. Ron was born July 19, 1946, in Rhinelander to Cordal and Rita (Lambert) Smith.

Ron is survived by his son, Timothy (Kelly) Smith; four grandchildren; stepdaughter, Mary (Jeff “Oz”) Nelson; brother,  Eugene (Cindy Shrank) Smith; nieces, nephews, other family and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his partner, Susan Yeater. Private family services will be held for Ron. (Carlson Funeral Home)